We are very pleased to announce that the Panhellenic Cystic Fibrosis Association in collaboration with the DanceNikol dance school, starts a new exercise program with FREE Pilates classes, specially designed for Cystic Fibrosis patients of all ages throughout Greece.
A new action that continues our long tradition of offering innovative solutions to support patients with Cystic Fibrosis in every corner of Greece.
Today, more than ever, exercise in Cystic Fibrosis is not only beneficial; it is essential for a better health and quality of life!
With the face of the disease now changed, exercise nowadays is more important than ever for Cystic Fibrosis patients. Innovative CFTR Modulator therapies, which significantly improve patients’ respiratory function, and lung transplantation, which gives new breaths, are opening up new horizons in Cystic Fibrosis.
Exercise becomes our strongest ally to breathe freely and the key to making the most of new possibilities and living a life with Breathless Breath. At the same time as patients need to adapt to the new challenges of the disease, improving mood and mental well-being through exercise is becoming increasingly necessary.
Why Pilates?
Classical Mat Pilates is a holistic exercise system that focuses on body strengthening, respiratory support and mental well-being: 
Strengthening of the respiratory muscles. Improving posture and movement. Relief from stress and tension. Improving mood and well-being. Promoting overall health and quality of life.
Who can participate in the exercise programme?
The exercise program is for adult Cystic Fibrosis patients, transplant patients and children with C.I. 10-17 years old.
Where will the courses take place?
Patients can participate in the program from home online via Zoom from all over Greece.
* The possibility of in-person participation in the program at DanceNikol dance school (118B Agia Eleousis, Maroussi, Athens) is offered for a limited number of patients. Only one (1) Cystic Fibrosis patient can participate in each class in person at a time, to ensure that patients do not come into contact with each other. This measure is implemented in the context of strict adherence to the rules for the prevention of transmission of infections, in accordance with the guidelines for patients with Cystic Fibrosis.
When will the lessons take place? Every Monday & Wednesday, at 17.00, for the group of patients 10-17 years old Every Tuesday & Thursday, at 5.00pm, for the adult patient group of patients 18+ years
Adult group classes start on Tuesday, 4 March 2025 and children’s group classes start on Wednesday, 5 March 2025.
How can I register?
Register on the form 
HERE as soon as possible by 2/28/2025to secure your place on the course . If you need more information about the programme you can contact the Helpline at 2110-137700 or helpline@cysticfibrosis.gr
Don’t miss the unique opportunity to join the new exercise program for free! We are excited to start this beneficial health and wellness journey together, with the goal of gaining even more Breathless Breath!
We would like to thank DanceNikol dance school!
The classes are offered voluntarily by the DanceNikol dance school, with an instructor who holds an INSTRUCTOR PILATES degree from the MK Pilates Academy (CV here). This selfless offer is a beacon of hope, demonstrating in practice the solidarity and love for our community. Ε Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to DanceNikol for its support and generous contribution to the patients with Cystic Fibrosis!
