Online arthritis classes

Learn about arthritis in these commonly affected joints, ways of managing your arthritis without surgery, and what happens if you need joint replacement surgery.

Upcoming classes:  Tues Dec 9, 1:00 - 2:30PM;   Mon Dec 15, 5 - 6:30PM;   Mon Jan 12, 10 - 11:30AM;  Wed Jan 14, 5:00 - 6:30PM;  Mon Jan 26, 10:00 - 11:30AM
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Learn about the benefits of exercise, the types of exercises you can do to support your joints, and signs that you are doing too much

Upcoming classes: Thurs Nov 27, 5:00 – 6:30 PM;   Fri Dec 12, 10:00 - 11:30AM;   Thurs Dec 18, 5:00 - 6:30PM;  Thurs Jan 8, 5:00 - 6:30PM;  Wed Jan 28, 1:00 - 2:30PM
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Learn about the impact of diet on arthritis, nutrients and supplements that can help and strategies for healthy eating.

Upcoming classes:  Tues Dec 2, 4:30 - 6:30PM;   Thurs Dec 18, 10:00AM - 12:00PM;  Tues Jan 6, 4:00 - 6:00PM;   Thurs Jan 22, 10;00 - 12:00PM
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Learn evidence-based strategies to manage arthritic pain so that you can exercise, rest and have a function-centered life.

Upcoming classes:  Tues Dec 9, 3:00 - 5:00PM;   Wed Jan 7, 1:00 - 3:00PM;   Tues Jan 20, 3:00 - 5:00PM
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Upcoming classes: Thurs Nov 27, 1:00 - 2:30PM;   Mon Dec 15, 1:00 - 2:30PM;   Wed Jan 7, 10:00 - 11:30AM;  Tues Jan 27, 5:00 - 6:30PM
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Upcoming classes: Wed Dec 10, 10:00 - 11:30AM; Wed Jan 14, 10:00 - 11:30AM
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Upcoming classes: Thurs Dec 11, 10:00 - 11:30AM; Fri Jan 30, 1:30 - 3:00PM
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Note: this class is not for inflammatory arthritis; please register for Managing Spondyloarthritis instead.

Upcoming classes:   Fri Dec 5, 1:00 - 2:30PM; Thurs Jan 8, 10:00 - 11:30AM
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Learn about the health benefits of sleep, the relationship between sleep and stress, and strategies for improving your sleep and managing your stress. 

Upcoming classes: Tues Dec 2, 1:00 - 3:00PM; Tues Jan 13, 3:00 - 5:00PM; Tues Jan 27, 10:00 - 12:00PM
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Interested in learning meditation skills to help manage pain and stress?  This information and practice session will get you started on your wellness path!  Recommended after completing Pain Management and/or Sleep & Stress Management

Upcoming classes: Thurs Dec 4, 11:00AM - 12:00PM; Thurs Jan 8, 10:00 - 11:00AM
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Learn how and why cannabis can help with pain and how to access cannabis for medical purposes.

Upcoming classes:   Wed Dec 17, 3:00 - 4:00PM; Wed Jan 28, 3:00 - 4:00PM
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This class focuses on vitamins, minerals, herbs, probiotics, prebiotics, and “natural supplements” for arthritis. Learn about the safety, quality and dosages of supplements, how they interact with medications and side effects.

Upcoming classes:   Tues Dec 16, 4:00 - 5:30PM;   Thurs Jan 8, 4:30 - 6:00PM;   Wed Jan 28, 10:00 - 11:30AM
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Learn about the benefits of using poles while walking and techniques to support your joints.

Upcoming classes: Mon Dec 1, 1:30 – 2:30 PM;   Mon Jan 26, 1:30 - 2:30PM
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Learn how inflammatory arthritis affects the body, how it is diagnosed, what medications are used, how to do a body scan, and how to manage flares. Attendance at both sessions is encouraged, but not mandatory. 

Part A: Understanding the Disease (IA)
Learn the basics about the disease process and medications prescribed for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic arthritis (PSA) and Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS).
Monday 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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Part B: Tools for Management (IA)
Learn the purpose of a body scan and how to perform one, how to manage flares and apply modalities, and understand the role of exercise. Note: This class focuses on RA and PSA. For those with AS, please consider attending the “Managing Spondyloarthritis” class.
Thursdays 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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Learn about Ankylosing Spondylitis and other inflammatory arthritis conditions involving the spine. Note: this class is not for osteoarthritis or disc problems, please register for Spine Osteoarthritis instead.

Tuesday or Thursday 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
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Learn about the different types of advanced therapeutic medications, risks/benefits, and special considerations.
Mondays 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. 
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Bone health is very important for people with inflammatory arthritis. Learn how to build stronger bones with diet, exercise, lifestyle, and medication. Attendance at all sessions is encouraged, but not mandatory. 

Part A: Osteoporosis Overview and Treatment
Learn about osteoporosis, the risk factors, diet, supplements and medications.
Mondays 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.
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Part B: Part B: Prevention and Management with Exercise
Learn about the effects and benefits of different exercises and the importance of good posture. Will include a demonstration of exercises.
Wednesdays 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
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Part C: Managing Your Everyday Activities
Learn about preventing falls and ways to manage everyday activities with greater ease and confidence.
Fridays 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
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Interactive small group session to answer your questions and discuss arthritis and self-management. Recommended after attending at least one other education session.

Upcoming classes:   Fri Dec 12, 1:30 - 2:30PM; Thurs Jan 29, 10:00 - 11:00AM
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Do you struggle with behaviours, thoughts or emotions that affect your eating?  Learn how to improve what you eat by changing your relationship with food and eating.

Upcoming classes Mindful Eating 1: Thurs Dec 4, 10:00AM - 12:00PM;   Wed Jan 7, 10:00AM - 12:00PM
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Upcoming classes Mindful Eating 2:  Wed, Dec 11, 10:00 - 12:00PM;  Wed Jan 14; 10:00AM - 12:00PM
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Learn about the healthiness of your beverage choices, how much you should be drinking, and what beverages are good or bad for arthritis. 

Upcoming classes:  Thurs Nov 27, 10:30-12:00PM;  Wed Dec 3, 10:30AM - 12:00PM; Wed Jan 21 10:30AM - 12:00PM;  Tues Jan 27, 4:00 - 5:30PM
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Discuss strategies for protecting the joints in the arms and hands during everyday activities. Recommended after completing Hand Arthritis OR Shoulder Arthritis. 

Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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Discuss strategies for protecting the joints in the hips and knees during everyday activities. Recommended after completing Managing Hip and Knee Arthritis OR Foot Arthritis.

Tuesdays 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.
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Learn how to create a successful action plan to manage your arthritis.
Fridays 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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Discuss factors that affect fatigue. Examine your daily activities and learn to conserve energy.
Thursdays 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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Learn about the community resources that you can access through the community, provincially and federally. 

Wednesdays 9:30-11:30AM
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Learn to live out a meaningful life by understanding arthritis and exploring personal needs. The group covers four major topics – arthritis and my life, understanding emotions, grief and fear, and “new normal” health management strategies. 

Wednesdays 9:30-11:30AM
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Learn ways to set up your workstation when you have arthritis and how you can improve your workstation and work habits to minimize your risk of injury.

Upcoming classes: Wed Dec 3, 10:00 – 11:00AM;   Fri Jan 30, 10:00 - 11:00AM
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Learn strategies that will keep you gardening with arthritis,  including joint protection, pacing, helpful gardening gadgets, and garden layout.

Returning Spring 2026

Upcoming classes: Tues Dec 16, 4:00 - 5:30PM;   Fri Jan 23, 10:00 - 11:30AM
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