The National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM) program is dedicated to increasing awareness about the importance of the early detection of breast cancer through a nationwide campaign. NBCAM started as a weeklong campaign in 1985 with two founding members. Today the YWCA Santa Monica / Westside is one of many organizations that support this effort. During October, which is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the YWCA joins forces to spread the message that early detection of breast cancer followed by prompt treatment saves lives.

This year, 2012, we have 3 free mind/body workshops during breast cancer awareness month:

Thursday, October 18, 2012 -"Tai Chi Workshop - Meditation in Motion" with Steve Jordon, 12 noon to 1:00 pm.

Must pre-register.

Friday, October 19, "Gentle, Restorative Yoga" with Adelaide McLean,

8:30 - 10 am, Must pre-register.

Saturday, October 20, "Yoga For Peace" yoga workshop with Hannah Kapp, 10:15 am - 12 noon.

Must pre-register.

To register or for more info,  call Sharon Donaldson at (310) 452-3881 ext. 103 or email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

The YWCA offers women with cancer a FREE annual membership plus FREE aqua classes, designed specifically for women with breast cancer.  Our excellent fitness and yoga classes are also available to women with cancer for less than 1/2 price, for more information, contact Sharon Donaldson at (310) 452-3881 or at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Helpful links:

• www.teamsurvivor-la.org
• www.susanlovemd.com
• www.nbcam.org
• www.cancer.org
• www.komen.org
• www.cancer.gov
• www.cdc.gov
• www.nationalbreastcancer.org