Season 6, Episode #49 – Be Well
Guest Hosts: Vicky Parsons, Director of Ballet Austin’s Butler Center for Dance & Fitness and Pilates Center
Summary:
In this episode, Vicki Parsons, the director of Ballet Austin’s Butler Center for Dance and Fitness, discusses the wellness programs and community initiatives offered by Ballet Austin. She highlights the Pink Pilates program, which provides post-operative workouts for breast cancer survivors, and emphasizes the importance of the arts in healing. Parsons also talks about the Be Well initiative, which focuses on promoting health and well-being through inspiration and resources related to food, fitness, and healthy living. She encourages individuals to find joy in movement and to connect with others in a supportive community.
Keywords:
Ballet Austin, wellness programs, community initiatives, Pink Pilates, breast cancer survivors, arts and healing, Be Well initiative, food, fitness, healthy living, movement, community support
Initiatives Featured in this episode:
Community Resource
Movement is therapeutic
Takeaways:
- Ballet Austin offers a range of wellness programs and community initiatives, including Pink Pilates for breast cancer survivors and the Be Well initiative.
- The Pink Pilates program provides a gentle and restorative workout for breast cancer survivors, helping them heal physically and emotionally.
- The arts, including dance, have healing benefits for individuals, even those without medical problems.
- The Be Well initiative focuses on promoting health and well-being through inspiration and resources related to food, fitness, and healthy living.
- Movement and connecting with others in a supportive community are key to improving physical and mental health.
- Ballet Austin welcomes individuals of all ages and fitness levels to participate in their programs, removing barriers and providing a no-judgment zone.
Key Websites:
Wonders & Worries: www.wondersandworries.org
Ballet Austin’s Butler Center for Dance and Fitness: https://balletaustin.org/dance-fitness/
Marti Smith, OTR: https://www.creativetherapies.com/