\Winthrop-University Hospital’s Breast Health Center will offer “Breath, Body, Balance,” a six-session program combining Yoga, Tai Chi and QiGong for women with breast cancer. The free program will be held from 6 to 7 PM in the Pediatric Conference Center located in the lower level of the hospital at 259 First Street in Mineola. Classes will be held on the following Thursdays: January 8, 15, 22 and 29; February 5 and 12, 2015. Women who have a history of breast cancer or who are in current treatment are welcome to attend.
The sessions will begin with breath work, and continue with soft stretches. The workshop is finished with a time of sitting quietly, to use visualization and relaxation to enhance calm and well-being.
Sessions are taught by Helen Lein, A certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher. Registration is required. To register, please call Ms. Lien at (516) 465-2452 or e-mail thinkanddo.net@gmail.com.
For information about the Breast Health Center at Winthrop, please call (516) 663-2556.
