Canada has over 80 Prostate Cancer Support Groups that meet once a month. This Richmond group in British Columbia is founded in 2013 by volunteers and focused on providing help to Chinese-speaking men, but everyone is welcome. We speak English, Cantonese and Mandarin, meet on the second Thursday of every month from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at the Seniors Centre of Minoru Centre for Active Living (7191 Granville Avenue, Richmond, BC V6Y 1N9 Multipurpose Room 1 (1033)). Join us for the professional presentation and talk to other men and family members who have been dealing with prostate cancer for weeks, months or even years.

No registration is required and all ages are welcome. Please swipe your Seniors Facility Pass ($36/year for seniors 55+ or spouses) or pay a $5 drop-in fee at the front desk when arriving for each session. Or join the free Zoom meeting at the same time.

If you want to chat one on one with a survivor, you may drop in our walking club. The Richmond Blue Walkers walk 5-10 km on Tuesday to Friday from 9 am-11 am, along the beautiful river dykes and parks in Richmond (Walk in the Richmond Shopping Centre during the rainy/cold days). Click here for the schedule or contact Daniel Leung at 604-836-6423 for the locations and meeting places.

The Prostate Cancer Foundation Canada accepts donations online to support our group, please go to http://prostatecanada.ca/ 捐款支持我們支援網絡，請到前列腺癌基金會 http://prostatecanada.ca/

此支援小組乃義工組織，我們講英語、普通話和廣東話，幫助您了解良性前列腺疾病與前列腺癌的病徵、預防、治療、康復與最新醫療硏究等資訊。每月第二個星期四下午6:30-8:30在「明納健康活動中心」的長者中心多用途活動室 1 (1033)。

每次聚會都需要在前台刷您的會員證(55歲以上長者年費$36)，可以付$5的單次場地費，也可以免費參加同時舉行的網上會議。

列治文前列腺癌友步行團「藍天健行」每週二至週五早上9時至11時，沿著美麗的河堤和公園散步（在暴雨或嚴寒天氣，步行於列治文購物中心平台）。查詢活動更新或打電話604-836-6423 (Daniel)。

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Thursday, May 15, 2025

SIRvivor BC: Prostate Cancer Exercise Program

SIRvivor BC is a specialised exercise program for men 19 years of age or older who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, in any stage of treatment or recovery, and at any fitness level, ability, and background. The program focuses largely on strength development through resistance-based exercise. It helps you improve muscle endurance, meet new people, and learn safe and effective exercises.

Why? The majority of men who have had a prostate cancer diagnosis are not meeting the recommended exercise guidelines. SIRvivor BC provides a structured environment where you can learn and practice safe, effective exercises and help you meet exercise recommendations. Resistance-based exercise may also help combat some side effects of long-term prostate cancer treatment, such as decreased muscle strength and bone density. SIRvivor BC also allows you to interact with men who share similar experiences to you and build your community. SIRvivor BC has been successfully piloted in BC, Calgary and Halifax, and results showed men improve their body composition, flexibility, dynamic balance and muscular endurance.

What? SIRvivor BC runs for 6 to 12 weeks, consisting of 2 one-hour sessions each week. The exercises are easily modified to be manageable for each individual, and the program is run by certified fitness trainers who have specific knowledge on working with men who have had a prostate cancer diagnosis.

Who? The SIRvivor BC program is run by the Prostate Cancer Supportive Care (PCSC) Program. The PCSC Program is a comprehensive cancer survivorship program developed at the Vancouver Prostate Centre, located at Vancouver General Hospital, serving people across British Columbia. The SIRvivor BC program is part of their provincial initiative to support men with prostate cancer to be more physically active.

For the programs currently being offered, visit the PCSC website:

https://pcscprogram.ca/sirvivor/

For the Home Exercise Program - With Weights, click on this link:

https://med-fom-cepl.sites.olt.ubc.ca/files/2020/03/SIRvivorBC_HomeProgram_Weights.pdf

For the Home Exercise Program - Body Weight, click on this link:

https://med-fom-cepl.sites.olt.ubc.ca/files/2020/03/SIRvivorBC_HomeProgram_Body-Weight-Only.pdf

Friday, August 12, 2022

SIRvivor BC Exercise For Prostate Cancer - New class in Richmond, Sept 14 - Oct 22, Wed/Sat 2-3 pm

Updated: You may search for "Exercise for Prostate Cancer SIRvivors" on the City of Vancouver Activity Search

What is SIRvivor BC?

The SIRvivor BC Prostate Cancer Community Exercise Program runs for 6 to 12 weeks, consisting of 2 one-hour sessions each week. The program is tailored to men living with prostate cancer and focuses largely on strength development through resistance based exercise. The program is delivered by exercise trainers certified through the BC Recreation and Parks Association. This program is also being evaluated under a research study, which seeks to gather feedback from the program participants on their experience in the SIRvivor BC program. We hope to use this feedback to help us improve and grow the program over the course of the next few years.

Who is eligible for SIRvivor BC?

All men who are 19 years of age or older and have had a prostate cancer diagnosis are eligible for the SIRvivor BC program. All participants will also be asked to complete a simple pre-exercise screening with a certified exercise physiologist.

Where is SIRvivor BC offered?

Fall 2022 programs:

LADYSMITH, Frank Jameson Community Centre, 810 6th Ave, Ladysmith
Sep 20-Oct 27 and Nov 8-Dec 15, 2022, Tuesday/Thursday 2:00-3:00pm
Information: reccowichan.ca or 250-245-6424

CITY OF KELOWNA, Parkinson Recreation Centre, 1800 Parkinson Way, Kelowna
July 4 – August 29, 2022, Monday/Thursday 3:00-4:00pm
Information: rec.kelowna.ca or 250-469-8800

RICHMOND, Minoru Centre for Active Living, 7191 Granville Ave, Richmond
Sept 14-Oct 22, 2022, Wednesday/Saturday 2:00-3:00pm,

Registration Class #175554: Online at www.richmond.ca/register / Call Centre 604-276-4300 (Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 5 pm) / In-person at any Richmond Community Facility

CAMPBELL RIVER, Strathcona Gardens Recreation Complex, 225 South Dogwood St, Campbell River
Sept 12-Nov 2, 2022, Monday/Wednesday 3:15-4:15pm
Information: Contact recreation coordinator Justin Wolfe at jwolfe@srd.ca or 250-830-6739

Frequently asked questions:

How will SIRvivor BC benefit me?

The majority of men who have had a prostate cancer diagnosis are not meeting the recommended exercise guidelines! SIRvivor BC provides you with a structured environment in which you can learn and practice safe, effective exercises and help you meet exercise recommendations. Resistance-based exercise may also help combat some side effects of long-term prostate cancer treatment, such as decreased muscle strength and bone density. SIRvivor BC also gives you an opportunity to interact with men who share similar experiences to you and build your community.

What if I am new to exercise or have not worked out in years? Is this program right for me?

Yes! SIRvivor BC is designed for men of all fitness levels, abilities and backgrounds. The exercises are easily modified to be manageable for each individual, and the program is run by certified fitness trainers who have specific knowledge on working with men who have had a prostate cancer diagnosis. They will be able to guide and coach you through the program to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable experience!

The cost of the program: what if I cannot afford it?

The average cost of the SIRvivor BC program is $50.00 when you join for the first time. The program is two classes per week for approximately 12 weeks, for a total of 24 sessions. That works out to $2.10 per class. For repeat participants, the program is $120.00, or about $5.00 per session – the same price as a Grande latte from Starbucks! If cost is an issue, please talk to the recreation centre about municipal subsidy programs that may be available.

Can I continue working out at home after the program ends?

We encourage all participants to re-register in the program – exercise is most beneficial when it becomes a regular part of your lifestyle! Please contact your community centre for information on how to register for future offerings.

Current SIRvivor participants, please see the attached documents for home-based programs you can complete if you are not registered in a program:

SIRvivorBC_HomeProgram_Body Weight Only

SIRvivorBC_HomeProgram_Weights

Contact

For more information, please contact our research coordinator:

Email: sirvivor.bc@ubc.ca
Phone: 604-827-1914

The implementation of this program provincially has been funded by the Prostate Cancer Supportive Care (PCSC) Program.

To access additional information on the PCSC Program offerings and supportive care for men with prostate cancer, visit the PCSC at https://pcscprogram.ca

Friday, April 2, 2021

SIRvivor BC: Prostate Cancer Exercise Program

原先計劃在列治文「明納健康活動中心」的長者中心舉辦的 SIRvivor BC : 前列腺強身建體班，由於COVID-19疫情，已改為網上練習。仍然可以報名，參加者必须是針刺取樣確診者或康復者。

針對前列腺癌確診者或康復者的男性前列腺癌運動計劃，從2021年5月5日至6月12日，每逢周三和周六下午2:45 pm - 3:45 pm舉行。

報名請致電列治文市政府 604-276-4300，註冊編号73982，費用為$25+ $1.25 GST！

The new SIRvivor BC: Prostate Cancer Exercise Program for men with prostate cancer from May 5 to June 12, 2021, was started on Zoom.

(This was the new in-person exercise class at Richmond Minoru Centre for Active Living, But changed to Zoom online class due to the COVID-19)

The lesson still has spaces, please call 604-276-4300 for registration #73982, is a $25 fee + $1.25 GST! The register must be diagnostic prostate cancer or after the treatment patients.

Richmond Minoru Centre for Active Living is starting up a new in-person low impact exercise class in May for men with prostate cancer.

Please call 604-276-4300 for registration #73982, is a $25 fee + $1.25 GST!

For other cities and virtual class, please see the flyer:

Wednesday, February 19, 2020

SIRvivor BC: Prostate Cancer Exercise Program

Due to the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the BC Recreation and Parks Association and the UBC Research Group will be postponing all spring and summer SIRvivor classes. We plan to offer the classes at community centres throughout BC again in Fall 2020. Updated on March 23, 2020

Monday, December 30, 2019

2020 Exercise for Prostate Cancer Survivors in Vancouver / Seniors Drop-in Fitness Class in Richmond

Exercise for Prostate Cancer Survivors

- Vancouver

TrueNTH Prostate Cancer Survivors Exercise Program

This program is open to all prostate cancer survivors and their carer/spouse. It is designed to help men with prostate cancer learn how to exercise correctly and to reach and maintain wellness goals.

A combination of resistance training, flexibility, balance and aerobic exercise in 2 x 60 minute circuit classes per week. Comprehensive physical assessments completed during week 1 and week 9.

All participants and spouses/caregivers are required to purchase a flexi-pass whether returning or registering for the first time. No other fee will be charged.

Name	Number	Date(s)	Day(s)	Time	Location	Enrolled	Openings	Fee and Action
Exercise for Prostate Cancer Survivors	250777	January 20, 2020 to April 20, 2020	Mon, Wed	4:15pm - 5:15pm	*Creekside Cmty Rec Centre	3	15	Free Add to Cart
Exercise for Prostate Cancer Survivors	257721	January 9, 2020 to March 26, 2020	Mon, Thu	10:30am - 11:30am	*Marpole-Oakridge Cmty Centre	0	10	no charge

SIRvivor Prostate Cancer Survivors Exercise - Killarney

A group-based exercise program for men with prostate cancer. This 12 week program is led twice/week for 60 minutes by a BCRPA-registered Fitness Leader with additional cancer exercise training. Classes will address the needs of men with prostate cancer & will include resistance training, flexibility, balance and aerobic exercise.

Name	Number	Date(s)	Day(s)	Time	Location	Enrolled	Openings	Fee and Action

SIRvivor Prostate Cancer Survivors Exercise	252933	January 7, 2020 to March 26, 2020	Tue, Thu	3pm - 4pm	*Killarney Cmty Centre	1	19	Check details for fees

If you are living in Richmond, you may join the Seniors Drop-in Fitness Class at Richmond Minoru Centre for Active Living, 7191 Granville Ave, Richmond, BC V6Y1N9

https://minorucentre.ca/seniors-services/senior-drop-in-programs/

Drop-in Fitness Class (senior rate $5.65\\9/hour or $47.2/10visits)

https://minorucentre.ca/fitness-admission-fees/