Reclaim - gentle movement & connection for women affected by cancer

Reclaim is a 12-week dance and creative movement programme for women affected by cancer.

Whether you are living with cancer, recovering from treatment, adjusting to life beyond diagnosis, or supporting someone with cancer, Reclaim offers a welcoming, supportive space to reconnect with your body through movement, creativity and shared experience.

Cancer can change the way we feel about our bodies, our confidence and our sense of self. Reclaim is designed to gently support women in rediscovering strength, joy and self-expression—not through dance technique or performance, but through creative movement that is accessible to everybody, regardless of age, fitness or previous dance experience.

Guided by experienced dance artists, each session combines gentle movement, creativity, music and opportunities for reflection in a relaxed and inclusive environment. Participants are invited to move at their own pace, explore what feels right for their bodies, and connect with others who understand some of the challenges that cancer can bring.

Reclaim is about rebuilding confidence, fostering connection and creating moments of freedom, creativity and belonging. Through movement, we hope participants will develop a more compassionate relationship with their bodies, feel less isolated, and leave each session feeling uplifted, empowered and more connected to themselves and others.

As with all Moving Minds programmes, Reclaim is grounded in evidence-informed creative health practice and shaped by the experiences of the women who take part. Alongside delivering a high-quality creative experience, we are committed to understanding the programme's impact, helping to build the evidence for dance and movement as an important part of holistic cancer care.

No previous dance experience is needed—just curiosity and a willingness to move in whatever way feels right for you.

Who is Reclaim for?

Reclaim is open to women affected by cancer. Whether you are currently undergoing treatment, supporting someone with cancer, living with and beyond cancer, or in recovery, you are warmly welcome.

Interested in taking part?

If you would like to find out more about Reclaim or register your interest in joining a future programme, we'd love to hear from you.

Email: hello@movingmindsdance.co.uk

Or call: 07881 922343

Programme Details

When Wednesdays, 7.00–8.30pm(One hour of gentle movement followed by refreshments and time to chat)

Dates 12-week programme starting Wednesday 9 September

Venue St Aelred's Community Centre216 Fifth AvenueYork YO31 0PN

Cost £4 per session (including refreshments). We want Reclaim to be accessible to everyone, so if cost is a barrier, please get in touch.