What is the YWCA Australia?
ywca encore is a program of YWCA Australia
YWCA Australia is the national association for YWCAs in Australia.
The YWCA is a global network of women leading social and economic change in over 120 countries and reaching 25 million people worldwide.
Through our member associations, we offer a range of programs aimed at developing women’s leadership, supporting women and girls, their families and communities at critical times in their lives, and promoting gender equality.
YWCAs provide programs and services to more than a quarter of a million people across Australia each year and the ywca encore program is an important part of our work.
To find out more about YWCA Australia visit the YWCA Australia website.
Who can attend ywca encore?
Any woman who has had breast cancer treatment at any stage of their lives.
Whether your breast cancer treatment is recent or was many years ago, you can still join and benefit from ywcaencore. Women of all ages participate in our program.
You will need to wait at least eight weeks after surgery before starting the YWCA Encore program.
You will also need to have approval from your medical practitioner (GP, oncologist or surgeon).
What does it cost?
Nothing!
Thanks to our funding partners, the ywca encore program is absolutely free.
Is there a program near me?
To find your nearest ywcaencore program please contact 1800 305 150 (a free call within Australia) or email us at encore@ywca.org.au
How is ywca encore funded?
ywca encore is supported by a number of partners.
For 10 years, ywca encore in Australia has had a relationship with Avon. We are currently looking for additional corporate sponsorship.
In NSW, ywca encore is funded through the support of NSW Health and Dragons Abreast NSW.
In the Northern Territory, ywca encore is funded through the support of by Dragons Abreast NT.
Many ywca encore programs also do their own local fundraising.
Where is my local ywca encore class?
To find your local ywca encore class, please call 1800 305 150 (a free call from most fixed lines in Australia) or email encore@ywca.org.au
How many participants in a ywca encore session?
There will be 6-14 participants in your ywca encore session.
What do I need to take to a ywca encore session?
Wear comfortable clothing (there are some floor-based exercises) and bring your bathers/swimmers and a towel for the pool-based exercises.
Can I attend ywca encore if I have lymphoedema?
Yes (with your medical practitioner's consent). The gentle pool exercises may be beneficial for lymphoedema.
