YWCA Encore is an exercise program designed specifically for women who have experienced mastectomy, lumpectomy or breast reconstruction surgery at any time in their lives.

Based around floor and pool exercises and relaxation techniques, it is safe, fun and therapeutic. The water resistance exercises are gentle but effective, and the warm water relaxes and relieves affected muscles.

Encore can help you strengthen and tone your arms, shoulders and chest, regain mobility, and improve your general fitness.

Encore renews self esteem and helps create a positive attitude to recovery. Encore is a national YWCA programme, conducted for women, by women and is provided free of charge.

We aim to help you:

• improve mobility and flexibility in your arms and shoulders
• relieve any discomfort you may be experiencing as a result of surgery
• reduce the potential risk of lymphoedema and assist women with lymphoedema
• create a positive attitude to life and health

Women attend two hours per week for eight weeks, attendance is by enrolment only and GP, Oncologist or Breast Surgeon approval is required. Click here for a Participant's Enrolment Form.