Health and wellness activities - Victoria
Wellness Days
These special events give you an opportunity to hear a holistic health message about changing health behaviours and adopting healthy lifestyle practices. The focus of the day is on the importance of diet, nutrition, physical activity and stress management in living well with MS. Come and try a range of health promoting activities such as yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi, massage, Heartmoves for MS, strength training and nutritious foods from local providers in the community. Hear from popular keynote speaker, Dr Craig Hassed.
Wellness Days are held periodically throughout the year and at a variety of locations across Victoria.
Yoga and Multiple Sclerosis
About Garth
Garth McLean will be teaching a workshop on managing Multiple Sclerosis through the application of
Iyengar Yoga.
Diagnosed with MS in 1996, Garth has successfully managed the condition for over 15 years with a disciplined yoga practice based on the guidance of BKS Iyengar and family. Garth's determination and daily practice have played an integral role in keeping his MS symptoms in remission. This has motivated Garth to share his experience with others with MS and their teachers. He has served as a guest teacher at the 2009 France Iyengar Yoga Teachers' Convention in Sommierres, France and in 2011 at the Spain Iyengar Yoga Teachers' Seminar.
About The Workshop
(All workshops open to all. Saturday recommended for new students to yoga)
About the Sessions
Morning Sessions
Based on the classical yoga postures, adopted and adapted to suit the needs of students with MS.
Afternoon Sessions
Focus on the more restorative aspects of Iyengar Yoga. Postures and breathing techniques that effect and offer a sense of relief to the parasympathetic nervous system.
Session Times Melbourne
Saturday April 21
General Session 1.30pm – 4.30pm
Based on some of the classical yoga postures, adapted to the needs of students with MS. Focus in the later
half on the restorative aspects of Iyengar Yoga. Postures and breathing techniques that effect and offer a sense of relief to the parasympathetic nervous system.
Cost
Saturday general session $45
RSVP advance booking is essential as spaces are limited.
Melbourne
Yarraville Yoga Centre
E. info@yarravilleyoga.com
P. 03 9687 4418
*Melbourne’s Workshop will begin April 21.
Visit the Balmain Iyengar Yoga School’s website at www.balmainyoga.com
Maximising Your Strength classes
Maximising Your Strength is a successful gym-based exercise program. Classes are held at various locations across Victoria. Set up in partnership with MS Australia – ACT/NSW/VIC, these exercise groups are run locally by qualified and accredited personal fitness trainers with a special interest and training in MS. Classes are designed to improve muscle strength, balance and physical stamina, with the added benefits of enhanced sense of wellbeing and opportunity to have fun.
Dates, times and locations of Maximising Your Strength classes
Aqua classes (SWEAT)
Aqua classes are popular among people living with MS, as the buoyancy of water can enable them to move freely and do more than they could accomplish on land. The classes are designed to improve strength, endurance, core strength and balance.
Dates, times and locations of SWEAT aqua classes
Yoga
Yoga is a system of exercises which help improve your breathing and posture and can help induce a state of relaxation. It can also help manage pain and stiffness in muscles and joints. Yoga is usually taught as a sequence of poses and breathing exercises.
Dates, times and locations of yoga classes
MS Australia – ACT/NSW/VIC, together with the Heart Foundation, is delighted to announce Heartmoves for MS. The Heartmoves program focuses on delivering safe, low-to-moderate intensity exercise. Classes incorporate gentle aerobic activity, weight-bearing or resistance exercise, and stretching – all of which help to build strength and fitness as well as improve balance.
Come and try singing
Can't sing? Neither can we, but we have fun trying! Come along for some laughs and good company.
When: Every Thursday, 11am.
Where: The Nerve Centre, 54 Railway Road, Blackburn.
To express your interest contact: Our Blackburn office on (03) 9845 2700.
MS Australia would like to acknowledge the contributions of Ruth Hawkins from Music Evenings and Bernies Music Land
for the donation of our beautiful piano.
Myotherapy at the Nerve Centre
MyoConnect – is a myotherapy clinic that operates at the Nerve Centre building in Blackburn. The clinic specialises in providing a friendly, personal and professional service of mobile and clinic based myotherapy for people who are living with chronic illness and disability.
Go for Gold Scholarships
The Go for Gold Scholarships are awarded on an annual basis to people with MS and living in ACT, NSW and Victoria. The scholarships help people pursue their dreams in the areas of education, music, travel, sport, the arts, and employment. The program is sponsored by the 24-hour Mega Swim, held at various locations each year.
Go for Gold Scholarships | 24 Hour Mega Swim
Before starting any new exercise program, it is recommended you seek the advice of a doctor, physiotherapist or exercise physiologist about what type of exercise may best suit your interests and ability. For more information on health and wellness activities in Victoria, please contact MS Connect on 1800 042 138.