BC Brain Wellness Program

December 22, 2025

Winter 2026 Classes

The program is currently on a winter break, but the next term will start on January 12th. Class registration is open!

Are you a new participant? Check out our Get Started page for a helpful step-by-step breakdown on how to get involved. Our FAQ page can answer many questions about how to register. If you would like more assistance, you can reach out to our team via email at brain.wellness@ubc.ca or via phone at 604-827-4386.

Please note that the following classes still have spots available:

Care Partner Workshops (Mondays, 10:00 - 11:30 AM)
Higher Intensity Chair Exercise (Mondays, 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM)
PAIRS Project (Mondays, 1:00 - 2:00 PM / Wednesdays 4:00 - 5:00 PM)
Crafters for a Cause (Mondays, 3:30 - 4:30 PM)
Brain Power Kitchen (Mondays, 4:00 - 5:00 PM)
Strength and Balance Level 1 (Tuesdays, 10:30 - 11:30 AM)
Floor-Based Functional Strength (Thursdays, 9:00 - 10:00 AM)

You can find an overview and descriptions for each class on our website linked below.

Classes

Annual Report & End of Year Message

Inspiration to Action
The BC Brain Wellness Program's Annual Report 2024/25 under the theme "Inspiration to Action" has been published. Click below to read it alongside an end of year message from our Director, Dr. Silke Appel-Cresswell.

The BC Brain Wellness Program wishes you restful holidays and we hope to see you again in the new year!

Annual Report

Message from Silke

Upcoming Events

In-Person Workshop: Creative Reset Session
Monday, January 12th from 1:30 PM to 3 PM

In this new workshop, Dr. Bonnie Nish will guide participants through a peaceful, nurturing space to unwind and rediscover your inner balance through gentle creative exploration. Using the arts—movement, art-making, writing, and sound—you’ll release tension, quiet your mind, and awaken a sense of ease and possibility. No art experience is needed, just bring yourself!

Announcements and Updates

Keeping active during the break/holidays
During the upcoming break, we encourage you to take a look at the recorded class options and other community resources. This will support your ongoing hard work and effort to build strength, cardiovascular fitness and balance. Please make sure the class you choose is appropriate. The classes all have levels attached to them, and as a reminder, here is a description of the levels of exercise – click here. When exercising, please make sure you have sufficient space to move and that the environment is free of tripping hazards.

Community Resources

Program Videos

Research Opportunities

Review current research opportunities with the BC Brain Wellness Program, including Impact 360 for Parkinson's Disease and Microbiome and Diet in Parkinson’s Disease.

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BCBWP Blog

Check out our latest blog post "New Year, New Neural Pathways: Building Healthy and Consistent Habits" for a new perspective on achieving New Year's resolutions. By understanding how our brains adapt over time, we can support effective, long-term habit formation in a way that feels mindful and sustainable.

Read here

Donate

The BC Brain Wellness Program is an entirely donor funded program and would not be possible without donors like you. A gift today will ensure the ongoing development and delivery of classes. Thank you for your support.

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Feedback

We would love to hear your feedback and suggestions regarding the program. If you wish to submit anonymous feedback, please fill out our Feedback Form on the Contact Us page.

If you would like to inquire about technical issues or any other feedback requiring a response, please reach out to us via email or phone. Responses on the feedback form are anonymous.

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