Calendar of Events

To register for any event, please call 757-507-7200 or email  vbstrongcenter@sentara.com.

To register for any event, please call 757-507-7200 or email  vbstrongcenter@sentara.com.

Trauma: The Reaction and Recovery Process

Increase understanding of trauma and symptoms of trauma. Learn are common reaction, helpful strategies, and increase understanding of the recovery process. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom […]

DeStress @ Your Desk

Join us for a mid-day practice. Through pranayama (breath work) and asana (movement) learn to activate the parasympathetic nervous system to calm the mind, reduce feelings of anxiety, and reduce […]

Gentle Yoga After Work

Gently stretching after work helps to remove physical and mental stress from the body. Participate in a practice to reduce mind chatter, soothe tension, relieve aches, and get a better […]

Navigating Displaced Anger

Gain an understanding of what is anger, what are the emotions associated with anger and the cycle of anger. Explore displaced anger and the reactions associated with it. Learn strategies […]

Supporting Your Loved Ones with Anxiety or Depression

Understanding how to provide support to someone with anxiety and depression can help your loved one navigate challenges. Learn how to communicate and give meaningful support. All programming will be […]

Information Session: Survivors Guilt

Increase understanding of this common reaction to traumatic events. Learn the symptoms, factors that increase risk of experiencing survivor’s guilt, and strategies for coping with survivor’s guilt. All programming will […]

DeStress @ Your Desk

Join us for a mid-day practice. Through pranayama (breath work) and asana (movement) learn to activate the parasympathetic nervous system to calm the mind, reduce feelings of anxiety, and reduce […]

Building Self-Compassion

Discussion about self-compassion. Learn why self-compassion is important, how to develop self-compassion, and strategies to promotes self-compassion. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required […]

Gentle Yoga After Work

Gently stretching after work helps to remove physical and mental stress from the body. Participate in a practice to reduce mind chatter, soothe tension, relieve aches, and get a better […]

Understanding Resiliency: Thriving in Uncertainty

Learn what is resiliency. Explore the different characteristic of the resilient individual. Learn strategies to increase resiliency. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required […]

Zumba Kids

Join VBSC for a fun, interactive way to increase connection with your child, engage in self-expression, reduce feeling of stress, practice mindfulness, and engage in purposeful movement that promotes physical […]