Calendar of Events

Stressors are a part of life and when managed ineffectively, can have a negative impact on physical and psychological health. Learn effective strategies to manage stress and increase your overall well-being. Participants will identify strategies and practices that support stress reduction and create an individualized stress reduction plan. All programming will be provided via WebEx […]

Looking for ways to support your children during the pandemic? Join VBSC for to discuss common reactions in pre-school age children through adolescents. Learn age and developmentally appropriate tips to help children understand and cope with COVID-19. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior to being provided the […]

Increase social connection. Join the Virginia Beach Strong Center for an evening of dancing to reduce stress, improve mood, and work your body line! The classes are called “Latin Line Dancing”.  This class require no previous experience.  Wear comfortable clothing and comfortable closed toe shoes (athletic recommended).  This is solo line dancing and no partners […]

Through pranayama (breath work) and asana (movement) learn to activate the parasympathetic nervous system to calm the mind, reduce feelings of anxiety, and reduce stress while increasing flexibility, muscle strength, and cardiovascular health. *If you have not participated in a fitness class, you will need to request a fitness waiver to be filled out and […]

A guided meditation practice to ground you in the present moment, reduce feelings of stress, and increase focus. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior to being provided the log in information. Click HERE to register now!

Hear about some of the oils that can support our fur-family members with common challenges.  We’ll be sharing the basics and sharing resources to professionally certified resources for even more veterinary medicine and oils. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior to being provided the log in information. […]

Caregivers, service providers, and employees in high-stress fields can experience compassion fatigue due to repeated exposure to trauma. Learn the signs, symptoms, and strategies to prevent it. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior to being provided the log in information. Click HERE to register now!

Develop an understanding of how you the mind, body, and spirit impact our overall quality of life. Gain skills to improve your overall wellness and develop an improved quality of life satisfaction. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior to being provided the log in information. Click HERE […]

Yoga nidra helps to activate the relaxation response, decrease anxiety, increases energy levels, and improves mood. *If you have not participated in a fitness class, you will need to request a fitness waiver to be filled out and sent back to us at VBStrongCenter@sentara.com prior to receiving the link to the class. All programming will […]

Reactions to trauma can be much different than expected. Learn how trauma impacts health, behaviors, relationships, work, and other aspects of life. Learn strategies to promote healing and recovery. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior to being provided the log in information. Click HERE to register now!

To be powerless involves not having a voice and say. Self-advocacy involves having the ability to speak up for yourself about issues that affect your well-being. Advocating for one’s self improves both self-esteem and confidence. Give yourself back that power by exploring ways to advocate for your-self in any situation. All programming will be provided […]

Decreasing stress can boost your immune system. Learn strategies to protect and support your well-being and others during a pandemic. All programming will be provided via WebEx or Zoom platforms.  Registration is required prior to being provided the log in information. Click HERE to register now!