Evidence-based, oncology-informed yoga for women impacted by cancer. Options include structured group programs and private sessions, all delivered live online and tailored to support physical and emotional well being during and beyond treatment.
Before you begin
Before commencing any group program or private session, all participants attend a brief 15-minute online appointment. This is a confidential discussion which allows time to understand your health history and provides an opportunity for you to discuss your individual goals, concerns and expectations.
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Services
Group Online Programs
(commencing April 2026)
Small group programs include Gentle Yoga for Cancer and Yoga for Strength and Stability.
Programs consist of 1 x 60 minute class per week and run for 6 weeks.
Gentle Yoga
Gentle Yoga is a supportive yoga program for women impacted by cancer who are experiencing fatigue, pain, stiffness, reduced mobility, or ongoing treatment-related side effects. It is particularly suited to those who feel deconditioned, cautious about movement, or are new to yoga.
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This is a chair-supported class. Participants may remain seated for much or all of the session and do not need to get up and down from the floor. This makes the class accessible for people with limited mobility, balance concerns, or reduced strength.
Sessions include:
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Gentle, adaptable yoga movements
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Breathing practices to support relaxation and energy regulation
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Mindfulness and guided relaxation
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Options to rest at any time
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Investment: $195 (6 week program).
What this course supports:
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Fatigue management
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Pain and stiffness
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Nervous system regulation
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Sleep and emotional wellbeing
This is a calm, nurturing class focused on safety, choice, and self-compassion.
Yoga for Strength and Stability
Yoga for Strength and Stability is designed for women impacted by cancer who feel ready to build strength, balance, and confidence in their body. This may include people during or after treatment who have sufficient physical capacity and want to improve functional strength for everyday life.
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Physical capacity & accessibility:
This class includes standing and floor-based poses. Participants should be able to get up and down from the floor independently, with the support of yoga props such as blocks or bolsters if needed. Modifications are offered to accommodate individual needs and day-to-day changes in energy.
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What the class includes:
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Strength and stability focused yoga poses
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Breathing practices to support focus and energy management
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Mindfulness and guided relaxation
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Clear options to adjust intensity
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What this course supports:
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Functional strength and stability
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Balance and confidence in movement
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Joint and bone health
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Ongoing physical confidence during or after cancer treatment
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This class supports participants to feel stronger and more capable, without pushing beyond what feels safe or appropriate.
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Investment: $195 (6 week program)
Which class is right for me?
Gentle Yoga if:
You prefer a chair-based or chair-supported class
Getting up and down from the floor feels difficult or unsafe
Fatigue, pain, balance issues, or treatment side effects are limiting movement
Yoga for Strength and Stability if:
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You are comfortable getting up and down from the floor (with props)
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You want to build strength, balance, and confidence
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You feel ready for a more physically active yoga practice
Cancer-informed private yoga
Private yoga sessions offer individualised, cancer-informed support for women impacted by cancer. As cancer affects everybody differently, private sessions allow the practice to be adapted to your individual needs, symptoms, and stage of treatment or recovery.
Sessions are delivered live online and may be particularly suitable if you:
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Are managing complex or fluctuating side effects
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Prefer one-to-one guidance
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Would like personalised support alongside or prior to joining a group program
Private sessions take a holistic, evidence-based approach and may include:
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Modified yoga postures (asana) tailored to your physical capacity
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Breathing practices (pranayama) to support relaxation and energy regulation
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Mindfulness and meditation to support emotional wellbeing
Sessions are gentle, adaptable and focus on safety, choice, and self-compassion.
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Referrals from health professionals are welcome.
Yoga 4 Cancer Program
Counterpart (Women's Health Victoria) helps connect, support and inform women with cancer to live well. Claire facilitates online yoga for cancer programs that run for 6 weeks. ​The classes are free of charge, bookings are essential via Counterpart or click the link below. ​​
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Upcoming courses:
Tue 10 Feb to Tue 17 Mar (6 weeks)
Tue 5 May to Tue 9 Jun (6 weeks)​​
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