Our Mission
Our mission is to empower cancer patients and survivors to reconnect with their bodies, rebuild resilience, and restore a sense of agency through therapeutic yoga, breathwork, and community-centered healing.
Founder & Program Leadership
Emma Scott, RYT-200
Founder & Lead Yoga Educator
Emma Scott is the founder of Cancer Care Yoga Collective, a supportive wellness initiative created for people living with and beyond cancer.
A cancer survivor herself, Emma brings both personal experience and professional training as a yoga educator to the development of the Collective. Her work is grounded in the belief that people affected by cancer deserve opportunities to reconnect with their bodies, move in ways that honor their changing capacity, and find community beyond the clinical setting.
Emma’s approach is informed by ongoing study of cancer survivorship, exercise oncology, cancer rehabilitation, mind-body interventions, and trauma-sensitive facilitation. She is committed to continuing her education and developing the program thoughtfully as the evidence base and field of oncology supportive care continue to evolve.
Cancer Care Yoga Collective is a yoga-based supportive wellness program, not a medical or rehabilitation practice. Emma does not diagnose, treat, or provide medical advice. The program is designed to complement—not replace—oncology care, physical therapy, rehabilitation, mental health care, or other medical services.
As the program develops, Cancer Care Yoga Collective is committed to building relationships with oncology-informed healthcare and rehabilitation professionals to strengthen program safety, clinical alignment, and referral pathways.
Training & Continuing Education
Emma’s professional background includes:
200-hour yoga teacher training (RYT-200)
Prenatal yoga teacher training (PRYT)
Ongoing advanced yoga teacher training (RYT-500)
Ongoing education in trauma-sensitive and adaptive yoga practices
Ongoing study of cancer survivorship and exercise oncology research
Continuing education related to treatment effects, contraindications, and considerations for movement during cancer treatment and survivorship
Additional cancer-specific education and professional consultation are ongoing as Cancer Care Yoga Collective develops.
Founder Story
My relationship with yoga began at 22 years old.
Fresh out of college, I received news that turned my world upside down: "You have cancer."
As someone who had been active in sports my entire life and considered myself healthy, the diagnosis came as a shock not only to me, but also to my family and loved ones.
Everything changed quickly. One moment I was a recent graduate excited about the future, and the next I was navigating appointments, scans, and cancer treatment before I had fully processed what was happening. I experienced a mix of emotions: fear of the unknown, hope for a positive outcome, frustration that my life had been suddenly disrupted, and even a sense of relief in knowing that the feeling something was wrong with my body had not been imagined.
Movement had always been one of my most important tools for managing stress and staying grounded. During treatment, however, the sports and activities I had relied on were no longer available to me in the same way. Looking for a new outlet, I began attending yoga classes regularly.
What I discovered was far more than a physical practice.
While the movement itself helped me reconnect with my body, yoga also introduced me to meditation, breathwork, mindfulness, and the power of self-compassion. It taught me how to slow down, listen to my body, and meet myself with patience during a time when so much felt outside of my control. Yoga became a source of steadiness and resilience throughout treatment and recovery.
Years later, my practice continues to shape my life. Inspired by the profound impact yoga had on my own healing journey, I became a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200) and am currently pursuing my 500-hour certification.
Today, I teach accessible, alignment-based yoga that meets people exactly where they are. My classes incorporate mindful movement, breath awareness, grounding practices, and a sense of lightheartedness that helps students connect more deeply with themselves. Whether you are stepping onto a yoga mat for the first time, returning after time away, or maintaining an established practice, you are welcome here.
Cancer Care Yoga Collective was created from the belief that healing extends beyond medical treatment. My hope is to provide a safe, supportive space where cancer patients and survivors can reconnect with their bodies, build resilience, and find community throughout every stage of their journey.
Our Approach
Healing looks different for every person. That's why our classes are designed to support the whole person—not just the physical body.
Medically Informed
Our classes are thoughtfully adapted for the unique needs of individuals living with and beyond cancer. We prioritize safety, accessibility, and an understanding of treatment-related side effects, helping you move with confidence and care
Evidence Informed
Our programming is guided by current research exploring the role of yoga in improving quality of life for people affected by cancer. We combine gentle movement, breathwork, and meditation using practices supported by emerging evidence and informed by ongoing learning.
Trauma Sensitive
Cancer can change the way we relate to our bodies. Our teaching approach emphasizes choice, autonomy, and self-compassion, creating a space where you are always encouraged to listen to your body and move at your own pace.
Community Centered
Healing doesn't happen in isolation. We foster a welcoming environment where participants can connect with others who understand the cancer experience, reducing isolation while building resilience, hope, and belonging.
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