Discover the power of exercise to lift your mood.

In a cardio tennis class there are lots of things to focus on – what my hands and feet are doing, how I hold the racquet, watching the ball. I shift into the present moment, and for that one hour, I am far away from my ruminative thoughts. Unlike gym or yoga, I am learning how to play a sport – something I’ve never done before. An achievement in itself! It’s a good feeling to learn new skills. There’s a real sense of community in these classes and this has helped me feel more connected and less isolated.

The camaraderie and support that I received was a huge part of my recovery. I was dealing with a period of depression that was affecting every part of my life. While attending Mood Active classes, I began feeling stronger physically but also, emotionally. I was better able to make decisions and feel more confident. Cam and the Mood Active team are highly knowledgeable about depression and mood disorders – I could not have gotten through that extremely difficult time of my life without them.