Cancer Course

Course Description

Cancer is a reality that affects one in three Australian men and one in four Australian women. Thanks to advancements in medical treatment, the five-year survival rate has significantly improved—from 46.9% in 1982-1987 to 66.1% in 2006-2010.

As movement practitioners, we are increasingly working with clients who have been diagnosed with cancer, are undergoing treatment, or are navigating recovery. Understanding the impact of cancer and its treatments on the body is essential to providing safe, effective support.

This course explores the physiological effects of cancer, the various treatment approaches, and how they influence movement, strength, and overall well-being. We will also examine the role of medication in exercise prescription and discuss practical strategies for adapting movement practices to meet the needs of clients at different stages of their journey. Additionally, we will explore common movement patterns and exercises to help practitioners confidently support clients in their rehabilitation and recovery.

Who is this course for

The course is designed to help movement teachers understand:

**An introduction to cancer: what it is, how it develops, and its various types

**Understanding tumours: benign vs. malignant, their impact on the body, and treatment considerations
**Overview of autoimmune diseases and their effects on movement and overall health
**Understanding lymphoedema: causes, symptoms, and its impact on movement and exercise
**The physical and emotional experiences of clients living with these conditions
**Common treatments for cancer, autoimmune diseases, and lymphoedema, and their effects on the body
**The short- and long-term consequences of treatment, including rehabilitation challenges
**Exercise considerations and movement strategies tailored to:
Clients undergoing treatment
Clients in early recovery (one to five years post-treatment)
Clients in long-term recovery (five years or more post-treatment)
**Preliminary exercises and movement adaptations to ensure safety and effectiveness
**How to modify traditional Pilates repertoire to accommodate client needs

This course equips movement practitioners with the knowledge and confidence to support clients through exercise, helping them improve mobility, strength, and overall well-being at any stage of their recovery.

Learning Outcomes

**Basic understanding of biochemistry and how this relates to the muscles and fascial components of the body
**Basic understanding of the physiological definitions as they relate to cancer and tumours
**Cancer treatments and the physical consequences they may have during and after the treatment
**Lymphoedema, what it is and basic exercise programming.

What you get

When purchasing the Cancer course you will receive 3 year access to all course material. This includes the online video lessons, covering theory and exercise strategies and an extensive manual. You will receive flow classes that you can implement with clients straight away.

Continuing Education Credits

The Cancer online course has been approved for continuing education credits by the following associations. Please be aware that these CECs can only be claimed with the relevant association if the course is finalised and the final quiz is passed before the below mentioned expiry date.

For a small taste of this course view the free sample lesson on The Types of Cancer.

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