yoga4cancer (y4c) is a Oncology Yoga methodology that is tailored to address the specific physical and emotional needs left by the cancer & its treatments. This unique approach is not just gentle or restorative yoga but focuses on how to stimulate the immune system through movement, improve flexibility & strength along with reduced anxiety and boost overall well-being.
yoga4cancer was developed by Tari Prinster is a cancer survivor, master Oncology Yoga teacher, and author. Tari’s organization has trained over 3,000 professionals worldwide and supports research to assess the contributions of yoga. Yoga4cancer also advocates for Oncology Yoga in both private and public organizations. Tari and her global community have seen the benefits to recovery that Oncology Yoga provides-before, during and after treatment.
Visit yoga4cancer.com to take a free class or learn more about Oncology Yoga.
Can you do a yoga video designed specifically for people with a port and doing chemo. I feel most of these poses cannot be safe with a port or need to be done one handed.
just found this as yoga teacher and now caretaker to my other half amazing hubby with his Lymphoma. I would love to teach yoga to other clients undergoing treatments . I teach now on zoom from Boston home.
Beth - I hope you found the video helpful! We have more resources, events, and trainings that you might want to consider. All are located on our website at yoga4cancer.com. We also have many teachers in the Boston area who teach Oncology Yoga which could be another resource. Sending you support and strength!
We would recommend at least 3 times but also combine with other movements to reduce side-effects of common treatments. I encourage you to check our Beginner's Series here on RU-vid or on our website at yoga4cancer.com/beginner-series/ . Hope that helps!
We understand that challenge.. many of our students start with similar limitations or issues. This sequence can easily done from a chair. Also we have several videos that are done from a chair. Hope you find them helpful!
Oncology Yoga can be used at any stage or during active treatment for all cancer types to manage many common side effects. We recommend that you get clearance from your doctor before doing any exercise. But even simple movements or meditation can be done in coordination with treatments.
Yes. There are specific physical, mental, and emotional impacts of cancer and it's treatments that need modification. Most Oncology Yoga trainings will provide these. Our 75 hour program does and we encourage all yoga professionals to get training before working with cancer patients and survivors to ensure a safe and effective practice.
