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Alberta Cancer Exercise

Alberta Cancer Exercise

An evidence-based exercise program designed specifically for individuals undergoing or recovering from cancer treatment. Open to all cancer survivors over the age of 18 who are capable of low-to-moderate intensity exercise.

Benefits of cancer recovery exercise

Evidence has shown that exercise is a great aid in cancer therapy and recovery. Classes can help increase strength, limit swelling, and reduce pain. They can also keep you involved in life, improve your mood, body image and self-confidence.

Workouts take place in a supportive environment where modifications are made based on energy levels for that day. Your fellow participants are also survivors – they know what you are going through.

Winter registration dates

Registration is ongoing for all programs, classes, camps and swimming lessons. You can register:

Types of cancer recovery exercise classes

You can register online, in person at our Recreation facilities, or by calling
403-268-3800.

  • Alberta Cancer Exercise: Baseline Program - adults

    This 12-week, evidence based physical activity program is open to those living with and beyond cancer. Participants should be capable of low to moderate intensity exercise. This program continues to be researched by the Health & Wellness Lab at the University of Calgary.

    Age: 18+

    Prerequisite: In pre-cancer treatment, currently receiving treatment or completed treatment within the last 3 years. (or have persisting cancer-related issues for more than 3 years).

    Pre-screening and registration through the Health & Wellness Lab at the University of Calgary (Call 403-210-8482 or email ace@ucalgary.ca).

  • Alberta Cancer Exercise: Maintenance Level 1 - adults

    Continue to progress your health and wellness alongside a group of your peers in this continuation to the Alberta Cancer Exercise (ACE): Baseline Program. This is offered to those living with and beyond cancer that have completed the ACE Baseline Program.

    Age: 18+

    Prerequisite: Recently completed the Alberta Cancer Exercise: Baseline Program

    This class is appropriate for those that have completed treatment (apart from taking an oral hormone therapy) and all other chronic conditions that are considered medically stable.

  • Alberta Cancer Exercise: Maintenance Level 2 - adults

    Level 2 will continue to progress your fitness with moderate to high intensity exercises. In a community-oriented setting, you will be provided with more challenging options to improve your physical and mental health. This is offered to those living with and beyond cancer that have completed the Alberta Cancer Exercise: Maintenance Level 1 program at least once.

    Age: 18+

    Prerequisite: Recently participated in Alberta Cancer Exercise: Maintenance Level 1 program (at least once). This class is appropriate for those that have completed treatment (apart from taking an oral hormone therapy) and all other chronic conditions are considered medically stable.

About our fitness instructors

Our certified instructors have additional training in exercise for cancer survivors based on research from The University of Calgary Health & Wellness Lab.

What are classes like?

Most classes are offered in a variety of circuit formats, with each individual following the specific exercise modification that is best for them. These modifications take into consideration limitations based on treatments, surgeries, etc. Classes also include wellness topics and education components. Classes are based on research from the University of Calgary Health & Wellness Lab.

Come prepared

Please bring:

  • A water bottle
  • Clean, indoor athletic shoes that have not been worn outdoors

Pre-screening is required through the Health & Wellness Lab at the University of Calgary prior to registering - call 403-210-8482 or email ace@ucalgary.ca. Individuals that have experienced a change in their health or fitness status must be re-screened through the Health & Wellness Lab.

More fitness classes

  • All fitness classes

    We have a variety of inspiring fitness classes to help you stay healthy and active in the water or in a studio.

  • Gentle Fitness

    Low to moderate intensity classes for those looking for a modified fitness routine. Join your peer group to keep active and have fun!

  • Aqua Fitness

    Improve your range of motion, muscular strength, and cardiovascular fitness in our low impact shallow and deep-water aqua fitness programs.

  • Wellness & Meditation

    A powerful way of gaining the benefits of an aligned mind, body and spirit.

Learn how to set up an account, register for programs and find information on cancellations in the help section of Live and Play.

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