Cancer Care
Created in partnership with Alison Estabrook, M.D., a nationally recognized breast cancer surgeon, this innovative program is designed to share the latest in medical information while also bringing complementary health and wellness programming to those living at risk of and/or impacted by breast cancer. Click here to read more about Dr. Estabrook.
Our current virtual cancer care program is based on the four pillars of health: MOVE, RESTORE, NOURISH, and CONNECT. All of our programs are based on scientific findings of the importance of a plant-based diet and regular exercise in easing the side effects of cancer treatment and boost healing.
RESTORE
Breast + Ovarian Cancer Support Massage
Tuesdays, 10-2 pm
To schedule an appointment, Please fill out the JCC Cancer Care Massage Intake Form and submit it. We will call you to make an appointment. Prescription required.
Receive supportive, holistic bodywork, employing massage techniques suitable for individuals undergoing treatment or for those who are post-treatment and/or postsurgery from therapist Dominique Bousquet.
If you have any concerns or questions about oncology massage please email oncologymassage@mmjccm.org.
Please understand the specific nature of this program. We are responsible for utilizing our limited time to best serve patients. If you are unable to make your scheduled appointment, please let us know as soon as possible so that we have the opportunity to rebook the time. A cancellation fee will be charged, as set forth below, for any cancellation unless such cancellation is due to a medical emergency, or you are having COVID-19-related symptoms. Please let us know of any health issues immediately. Documentation will be required.
Cancellation Fees: JCC Members ($55), and General Public ($65)
Daily Drop-In Meditation (Virtual)
Activate peace and calm whether you're brand new to meditation or an experienced practitioner, all are welcome.
Mornings: Mon–Fri, 7:30–8:30 am. Click here to participate.
Evenings: Mon–Thu, 5:45–6:45 pm. Click here to participate.
For more information about meditation instructors, click here.
MOVE
Free Free Ongoing Virtual Cancer Care Exercise Classes
The following fitness classes are free and designed specifically for those being tested or treated for cancer. You do not need to register in advance.
VIRTUAL
- Sundays, 3–4:15 pm: Yoga 4 Cancer with Leorna Leung
- Mondays, 6:15–7:30 pm: Yoga for Cancer Care with Whitney Chapman
- Tuesdays, 4–5 pm: Nia Moving to Heal with Caroline Kohles
- Wednesdays, noon–1 pm: Moving for Life with Martha Eddy + Staff
- Thursdays, 9:45–10:45 am: Ai Chi Renewal Program with Teri Dupuy
- Thursdays, 6:45–8 pm: Healing Yoga with Jerry Snee
- Saturdays, 11 am–noon: Moving for Life: Gentle Cardio Workout
IN PERSON
- Ongoing, Tuesdays, 10–11 am: Gentle Water Aerobics for Women Living with Cancer
NOURISH
Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan is working together with Plant Powered Metro New York to present plant-based cooking classes and demos that address different aspects of a healthy diet and the ways in which nutrition can help protect against and improve a variety of health conditions.
To view upcoming nutrition programs, click here.
NOURISH
Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan is working together with Plant Powered Metro New York to present plant-based cooking classes and demos that address different aspects of a healthy diet and the ways in which nutrition can help protect against and improve a variety of health conditions.
To view upcoming nutrition programs, click here.
Cancer Care Classes
Nia Moving to Heal for Women Living with Cancer
Nia Moving to Heal for Women Living with Cancer
Virtual + In Person. Nia is a holistic workout for the mind, body, and soul that incorporates elements from martial arts, dance, and relaxation techniques. Learn to slow down and personalize movements for your own body, while focusing on feeling better.
Moving for Life
Moving for Life
Virtual. Exercise increases energy levels, boosts immunity, helps with weight management, and eases symptoms of many chronic illnesses! This class starts with a gentle warm-up, then moves to soft aerobics and strength-building, using dance moves. It ends with a cool down.
Yoga for Men Who Are Cancer Survivors
Yoga for Men Who Are Cancer Survivors
In Person + Virtual. Join us online or in person for this FREE Healing Yoga class via Zoom or in the Mezzanine classroom at the JCC. For your ease we are including the Zoom link so that you have access to Zoom in case your plans change.
Healing Yoga for Women Impacted by Breast or Ovarian Cancer
Healing Yoga for Women Impacted by Breast or Ovarian Cancer
In Person + Virtual. Join us online or in person for this FREE Healing Yoga class via Zoom or in the Mezzanine classroom at the JCC. For your ease we are including the Zoom link so that you have access to Zoom in case your plans change.
Yoga 4 Cancer
Yoga 4 Cancer
Virtual. Yoga4Cancer is designed to help those living with cancer manage treatment side effects and speed recovery through an evidence-based oncology yoga program.
Yoga for Cancer Care
Yoga for Cancer Care
Join us online or in person for this FREE Yoga for Cancer Care class via zoom or in the Mezzanine classroom at the JCC.
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Nov 22
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Nov 22
Virtual. Create beautiful compositions through this unique rhythmic art form, suitable for artists at all levels. In no time, the simple steps allow tanglers to access delicious pleasure and calm.
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Dec 6
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Dec 6
Virtual. Create beautiful compositions through this unique rhythmic art form, suitable for artists at all levels. In no time, the simple steps allow tanglers to access delicious pleasure and calm.
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Dec 13
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Dec 13
Virtual. Create beautiful compositions through this unique rhythmic art form, suitable for artists at all levels. In no time, the simple steps allow tanglers to access delicious pleasure and calm.
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Dec 20
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Dec 20
Virtual. Create beautiful compositions through this unique rhythmic art form, suitable for artists at all levels. In no time, the simple steps allow tanglers to access delicious pleasure and calm.
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Jan 3
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Jan 3
Virtual. Create beautiful compositions through this unique rhythmic art form, suitable for artists at all levels. In no time, the simple steps allow tanglers to access delicious pleasure and calm.
Yoga 4 Cancer
Yoga 4 Cancer
Virtual. Yoga4Cancer is designed to help those living with cancer manage treatment side effects and speed recovery through an evidence-based oncology yoga program.
Yoga for Cancer Care
Yoga for Cancer Care
Join us online or in person for this FREE Yoga for Cancer Care class via zoom or in the Mezzanine classroom at the JCC.
Nia Moving to Heal for Women Living with Cancer
Nia Moving to Heal for Women Living with Cancer
Virtual + In Person. Nia is a holistic workout for the mind, body, and soul that incorporates elements from martial arts, dance, and relaxation techniques. Learn to slow down and personalize movements for your own body, while focusing on feeling better.
Yoga for Men Who Are Cancer Survivors
Yoga for Men Who Are Cancer Survivors
In Person + Virtual. Join us online or in person for this FREE Healing Yoga class via Zoom or in the Mezzanine classroom at the JCC. For your ease we are including the Zoom link so that you have access to Zoom in case your plans change.
Moving for Life
Moving for Life
Virtual. Exercise increases energy levels, boosts immunity, helps with weight management, and eases symptoms of many chronic illnesses! This class starts with a gentle warm-up, then moves to soft aerobics and strength-building, using dance moves. It ends with a cool down.
Healing Yoga for Women Impacted by Breast or Ovarian Cancer
Healing Yoga for Women Impacted by Breast or Ovarian Cancer
In Person + Virtual. Join us online or in person for this FREE Healing Yoga class via Zoom or in the Mezzanine classroom at the JCC. For your ease we are including the Zoom link so that you have access to Zoom in case your plans change.
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Jan 10
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Jan 10
Virtual. Create beautiful compositions through this unique rhythmic art form, suitable for artists at all levels. In no time, the simple steps allow tanglers to access delicious pleasure and calm.
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Jan 17
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Jan 17
Virtual. Create beautiful compositions through this unique rhythmic art form, suitable for artists at all levels. In no time, the simple steps allow tanglers to access delicious pleasure and calm.
Beginner Pelvic Floor Workshop 1+2: Don’t Suffer in Silence (Women Only)
Beginner Pelvic Floor Workshop 1+2: Don’t Suffer in Silence (Women Only)
Virtual. Many factors can weaken pelvic floor muscles, including pregnancy, childbirth, surgery, aging, and being overweight. If these muscles weaken, you may lose bladder control when you sneeze, cough, exercise, or experience lower back, pelvic, or hip pain.
Beginner Pelvic Floor Workshop 1: Don’t Suffer in Silence (Women Only)
Beginner Pelvic Floor Workshop 1: Don’t Suffer in Silence (Women Only)
Virtual. Many factors can weaken pelvic floor muscles, including pregnancy, childbirth, surgery, aging, and being overweight. If these muscles weaken, you may lose bladder control when you sneeze, cough, exercise, or experience lower back, pelvic, or hip pain.
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Jan 24
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Jan 24
Virtual. Create beautiful compositions through this unique rhythmic art form, suitable for artists at all levels. In no time, the simple steps allow tanglers to access delicious pleasure and calm.
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Jan 31
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Jan 31
Virtual. Create beautiful compositions through this unique rhythmic art form, suitable for artists at all levels. In no time, the simple steps allow tanglers to access delicious pleasure and calm.
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Feb 7
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Feb 7
Virtual. Create beautiful compositions through this unique rhythmic art form, suitable for artists at all levels. In no time, the simple steps allow tanglers to access delicious pleasure and calm.
Beginner Pelvic Floor Workshop 2: Don’t Suffer in Silence (Women Only)
Beginner Pelvic Floor Workshop 2: Don’t Suffer in Silence (Women Only)
Virtual. Many factors can weaken pelvic floor muscles, including pregnancy, childbirth, surgery, aging, and being overweight. If these muscles weaken, you may lose bladder control when you sneeze, cough, exercise, or experience lower back, pelvic, or hip pain.
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Feb 14
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Feb 14
Virtual. Create beautiful compositions through this unique rhythmic art form, suitable for artists at all levels. In no time, the simple steps allow tanglers to access delicious pleasure and calm.
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Feb 21
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Feb 21
Virtual. Create beautiful compositions through this unique rhythmic art form, suitable for artists at all levels. In no time, the simple steps allow tanglers to access delicious pleasure and calm.
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Feb 28
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Feb 28
Virtual. Create beautiful compositions through this unique rhythmic art form, suitable for artists at all levels. In no time, the simple steps allow tanglers to access delicious pleasure and calm.
Zentangle: Intro to Therapeutic Drawing: Week 1: Exploring Contrasts
Zentangle: Intro to Therapeutic Drawing: Week 1: Exploring Contrasts
Virtual. Zentangle is easy to learn, relaxing, and fun. Drawing patterns, called tangles, allows you to focus and get lost in repetition while creating beautiful art. The main goal is to relax your mind, relieve stress, and achieve a meditative state.
Zentangle: Intro to Therapeutic Drawing: Take All Five and Save
Zentangle: Intro to Therapeutic Drawing: Take All Five and Save
Virtual. Zentangle is easy to learn, relaxing, and fun. Drawing patterns, called tangles, allows you to focus and get lost in repetition while creating beautiful art. The main goal is to relax your mind, relieve stress, and achieve a meditative state.
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Mar 7
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Mar 7
Virtual. Create beautiful compositions through this unique rhythmic art form, suitable for artists at all levels. In no time, the simple steps allow tanglers to access delicious pleasure and calm.
Zentangle: Intro to Therapeutic Drawing: Week 2: String Things
Zentangle: Intro to Therapeutic Drawing: Week 2: String Things
Virtual. Zentangle is easy to learn, relaxing, and fun. Drawing patterns, called tangles, allows you to focus and get lost in repetition while creating beautiful art. The main goal is to relax your mind, relieve stress, and achieve a meditative state.
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Mar 14
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Mar 14
Virtual. Create beautiful compositions through this unique rhythmic art form, suitable for artists at all levels. In no time, the simple steps allow tanglers to access delicious pleasure and calm.
Zentangle: Intro to Therapeutic Drawing: Week 3: Shading Techniques
Zentangle: Intro to Therapeutic Drawing: Week 3: Shading Techniques
Virtual. Zentangle is easy to learn, relaxing, and fun. Drawing patterns, called tangles, allows you to focus and get lost in repetition while creating beautiful art. The main goal is to relax your mind, relieve stress, and achieve a meditative state.
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Mar 21
Zentangle: Beyond the Basics Class Mar 21
Virtual. Create beautiful compositions through this unique rhythmic art form, suitable for artists at all levels. In no time, the simple steps allow tanglers to access delicious pleasure and calm.
Zentangle: Intro to Therapeutic Drawing: Week 4: Fragments
Zentangle: Intro to Therapeutic Drawing: Week 4: Fragments
Virtual. Zentangle is easy to learn, relaxing, and fun. Drawing patterns, called tangles, allows you to focus and get lost in repetition while creating beautiful art. The main goal is to relax your mind, relieve stress, and achieve a meditative state.
Zentangle: Intro to Therapeutic Drawing: Week 5: High-Focus Tangles
Zentangle: Intro to Therapeutic Drawing: Week 5: High-Focus Tangles
Virtual. Zentangle is easy to learn, relaxing, and fun. Drawing patterns, called tangles, allows you to focus and get lost in repetition while creating beautiful art. The main goal is to relax your mind, relieve stress, and achieve a meditative state.