WE ARE CANCER UNITED

Cancer United is a unique cancer support charity for all those whose lives have been affected by a cancer diagnosis.

We aim to improve the physical and mental wellbeing of those with cancer from diagnosis onwards, inspiring them to embrace the things they can do and to refuse to be defined by what they can’t

We are welcoming, caring and fun to be with so please do not hesitate to get in touch with us and see how we can help and support you and your loved ones.

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WE ARE CANCER UNITED

Cancer United is a unique cancer support charity for all those whose lives have been affected by a cancer diagnosis.

OUTRUNCANCER, Arundel

This is the second year for OUTRUNCANCER, Arundel. We have chosen this date as it coincides with World Cancer Day on Tuesday 4th February.

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A little about us…

Cancer United was founded by Jan Sheward, following a life-changing diagnosis of breast cancer, when she experienced first-hand the lack of appropriate health and wellbeing support available to those going through cancer treatment

Through the benefits we offer we aim to improve the physical and mental wellbeing of those with cancer from diagnosis onwards,  inspiring them to embrace the things they can do and to refuse to be defined by what they can’t whilst also giving support to those close to them

The services and benefits that Cancer United and CU Fitter® offer are inclusive to everyone and encompass all those whose lives have been affected by cancer including family friends and carers whatever religion or from whatever walk of life.

We are welcoming, caring and fun to be with so please do not hesitate to get in touch with us and see how we can help and support you…

Since its launch in 2012 Cancer United’s growth has been rapid and includes

The building of a of cancer specific gym
The acquisition of two mini buses to enable members to go our on social occasions or travel to events together
The acquisition of a support and information bus which is always at events to display all the wonderful things the charity does
The acquisition of a vehicle to extend the CU Fitter cancer exercise programme to other cancer support centres across the county. ‘Our Pop Up Gym’
The formation of two community Choirs; ‘OUTSINGCANCER’ which meet to rehearse three time a week and are now performing at many events
The organisation of an annual running festival ‘OUTRUNCANCER’ and a run to commemorate 'World Cancer Day' in February.
A walking, jogging running club for cancer patients to learn how to improve their mobility.
‘OUTKICKCANCER’ a walking football initiative supported by Sussex County F.A
Coming soon - ‘OUTSWIMCANCER’ and water based exercise initiative which will match cancer exercise classes we offer in the gym
The launch of the CU Fitter Award in Applied Delivery of Cancer Exercise to train other CU Fitter trainers

Next Event

OutRunCancer – 5 & 10K

20th September, 2020

Cancer Exercise

From the moment you contact us we can, through cancer exercise, help you on your cancer journey, even if it’s at the point of your diagnosis.

Whatever your level of fitness, join us for gym exercises and a range of classes. OutKick Cancer is our newly formed walking football team and we are launching CU Fitter swimming, the UK’s first and only bespoke swimming exercise programme for people with cancer.

Cancer Support

Cancer United is a support charity for local people whose lives have been affected by a cancer diagnosis.

We run weekly Active Recovery support groups where members can talk about their “new normal”, learn from and support each other. Our popular choir OutSing Cancer meets weekly and has an impressive diary of appearances.

CU Training Programme

CU Fitter™ is the first structured, cancer-specific exercise training programme of its kind.

This accredited training course is targeted towards personal trainers, exercise specialists, physiotherapists and related healthcare practitioners. Learn to deliver CU Fitter exercise to people at any stage of their cancer journey.

Cancer Prevention

The importance of physical exercise for cancer recovery and prevention of recurrence cannot be stressed enough. To get a better understanding, watch our slideshow video or follow the links to find out more about the research.