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Power of Programs: Encore
What is Encore?
Encore is an exercise program designed specifically for women who have experienced mastectomy, lumpectomy or breast reconstruction surgery at any time in their lives. Based around floor and pool exercises and relaxation techniques, it is safe, fun and therapeutic.
The water resistance exercises are gentle but effective, and the warm water relaxes and relieves affected muscles. Encore can help women strengthen and tone their arms, shoulders and chest, regain mobility, and improve their general fitness.
How can Encore Help?
After surgery, many women experience numbness, pins and needles, loss of mobility, and discomfort in their upper bodies. Encore can help relieve these problems through gentle stretching exercises.
The YWCA Encore program aims to:
- improve flexibility in arms and shoulders
- boost self-esteem and self image
- relieve discomfort experienced as a result of surgery
- reduce the potential risk of lymphoedema and;
- help create a positive attitude towards life and health, all while making new friends and acquaintances
A Supportive Environment
Encore is more than an exercise program. Women can share their experiences, concerns and feelings with other women who understand what you’ve been through. The YWCA believes that a supportive environment is an important part of the recovery process, and an important part of life where women can help other women.
Sessions
Encore gratefully acknowledges the efforts of volunteers and our supporters who have assisted by fund raising for the program and providing their own time. Without the generosity of the Encore supporters and grants such as the Move It! Making Communities Active Program 2010, funded by the Office for Recreation and Sport, these programs would not exist.
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Flinders Medical Centre, Flinders Drive, Bedford Park
Fridays, 4:30pm – 6:30pm
Term 1 |
No program scheduled |
| Term 2 | 27 April – 15 June |
| Term 3 | 20 July - 7 September |
Term 4 |
No program scheduled |
Ingle Farm, 11 Roopena Street, Ingle Farm, SA 5098
Fridays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Term 1 |
No program scheduled |
| Term 2 | 27 April – 15 June |
| Term 3 | No program scheduled |
Term 4 |
12 October - 30 November |
Klemzig, MS Society, 274 North East Road
Fridays,1:00pm - 3:00pm
Term 1 |
No program scheduled |
| Term 2 | No program scheduled |
| Term 3 | 20 July - 7 September |
Term 4 |
No program scheduled |
Murray Bridge, Our Wellbeing Place, 108 Swanport Rd and Murray Bridge Heated Pool and Spa, 104 Swanport Rd
Fridays, 1:30pm – 3:30pm
| Term 1 | Completed |
| Term 2 | No program scheduled |
| Term 3 | No program scheduled |
Term 4 |
No program scheduled |
If you are interested in participating in our Encore program please contact head office on 8203 9400 or email office@ywca.com.au for further details and to obtain an enrolment pack. Or you can download the Encore brochure and application form and send it to YWCA of Adelaide.
Please note that programs will only commence if sufficient interest has been expressed.
Click here to view article from The Murray Valley Standard
