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UW WELL-FIT Cancer Exercise Program
c/o University of Waterloo - UW Fitness
Lyle Hallman Institute
200 University Ave W
Waterloo, ON
N2L 6E6
Lyle Hallman Institute
200 University Ave W
Waterloo, ON
N2L 6E6
519-888-4567 ext 36841
519-888-4911 or ext 84911
Good2Talk: 1-866-925-5454
Fax: 519-888-4033
Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Last Updated: Jun 18, 2025: Suggest an edit
Application
Ask your oncologist or oncology nurse for a referral
Eligibility / Target Population
People currently undergoing or recently recovering from chemotherapy, radiation, hormonal therapy treatments, or who recently had surgery as their only form of treatment
Fees
Set fees
Languages
English
Area Served
Waterloo Region and area
Accessibility
Partially Accessible
Accessibility Note
Accessible washroom, changeroom and exercise facility * doors to gym not automatic
Description of Services
Develops individualized exercise programs aimed at improving cardiovascular function, muscular strength and endurance as well as range of motion that may have been lost as a result of cancer treatment
The program provides safe, private, small group, one hour exercise sessions twice a week over the 12 week period * appropriate for everyone regardless of fitness level or diagnosis, tailoring each program to the individual's specific health needs
The program provides safe, private, small group, one hour exercise sessions twice a week over the 12 week period * appropriate for everyone regardless of fitness level or diagnosis, tailoring each program to the individual's specific health needs
About Us
UW WELL-FIT is a unique small group exercise program for individuals currently undergoing treatment for various cancers. The 12 week exercise program aims to minimize the negative side effects that individuals experience with cancer treatments, and improve quality of life for patients.
Last Updated: Jun 18, 2025: Suggest an edit
