Build Strength Over Cancer with the J and The Hamsa Wellness Community
Strength Over Cancer is a specialized fitness course held at the J for cancer patients, previvors healing from prophylactic surgeries, and those who have completed treatment. As certified cancer exercise specialists, our instructors provide the hands-on guidance needed to support your unique needs in both the short and long term, through recovery and into survivorship. Even if you were not active before your cancer diagnosis or surgery, you will receive the support you need to build strength and mobility safely and successfully.
Benefits of the Strength Over Cancer Fitness Class Include:
- Reduced treatment-related fatigue and improved sleep
- Improved overall physical ability
- Reduced muscle loss
- Build strength
- Improved balance and mobility
- Reduced anxiety and depression
- Improved sense of well-being
- Associated with better survival rates
Strength Over Cancer 1
This 11-week course is FREE and open to both J members and the public, courtesy of The Hamsa Wellness Community and its partners. Classes are held weekly on Tuesdays from 5-6pm at the Staenberg Family Complex. Participants may only enroll once.
The initial class will be a physical assessment, allowing our instructors to build you a personalized fitness program based on your health and wellness. From there, you will train alongside a small group of other cancer patients, giving you a support network as you build your strength. Additionally, you may bring one person as a support person, who must be identified at the beginning of the course. For the duration of the Strength Over Cancer course, both you and your guest will have access to the J’s facilities, including the fitness floor, the pool, and group exercise classes. Learn more about the J’s fitness options on our fitness webpage.
Strength Over Cancer 2
This 10-week, small group session builds upon the foundation laid in the 11-week Strength Over Cancer 1 course. Participants will engage in circuit training with carefully adapted exercises targeting key areas of fitness and functionality. One of our certified cancer exercise specialists will provide hands-on guidance in a small group setting, helping you safely perform each exercise and gradually improve your endurance and stability.
Participants must have completed the 11-week Strength Over Cancer 1 class to participate. Minimum requirement of 2 participants to hold the class; max of 7. Priority given to first-time participants. Participants will select their day/time for the duration of the course.
Please see dates below and fill out the form for more information.
Schedules, Pricing, & Registration
Summer 2026
Strength Over Cancer 1
All classes are held at the Staenberg Family Complex in Creve Coeur (Signature Training Studio).
- Tuesdays | 5 – 6pm | June 9 – August 18, 2026
Pricing: FREE
Strength Over Cancer 2
All classes are held at the Staenberg Family Complex in Creve Coeur (Signature Training Studio).
- Mondays | 6-6:45pm | June 8 – August 10
- Tuesdays | 10-10:45am | June 9 – August 11
- Wednesdays | 5-5:45pm | June 10 – August 12
- Fridays | 11:30am-12:15pm | June 12 – August 14
Pricing: FREE for J Members | $50 for Nonmembers
Need More Information?
Registration is required, and no drop-ins are allowed. Please fill out our Hamsa Wellness Community Intake Form to learn more.
This program is brought to you by J Fitness and The Hamsa Wellness Community at the J.
