ABOUT THE EVENT:
Join us for low sensory yoga.
This workshop is suited for youth, aged 12-24, specifically those in the community who are neurodivergent.
This workshop will include; breathwork techniques, soft accessible stretching (suitable for all bodies), and meditation.
Nervous system regulation is at the core of the facilitator Frankie's work. In this 1-hour workshop Frankie will share some of her story and teach her favourite grounding practices.
Bring: notebook, pen, water, sensory tools (i.e. headphones, tinted glasses, stim toys)
Take: breaks at any time
ABOUT THE FACILITATOR:
A 35-year-old living and working on Gadigal Land in Sydney, Frankie is a trained Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin Yoga and Pilates teacher with over eight years of experience. She has also completed Marsha Linehan’s six-month Dialectical Behavior Training (DBT), Dr. Jon Kabat-Zin’s Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction course (MBSR) and is a registered Mental Health First Aider (MHFA). She has trained in Vipassana (10-day silent course, 3-day immersion, and Vipassana for Teenagers), and taught mindfulness in corporate spaces for three years. She has worked with ASPECT (Autism Spectrum Australia) to deliver yoga and mindfulness programs to teens and kids on the spectrum.
For information about Frankie please visit: www.zenly.com.au/sarahfrank
MARRICKVILLE PAVILION AND LIBRARY is accessible by lift from both the street and ground levels. The venue is accessible for people using wheelchairs and other mobility aids. There is a hearing loop available.
If you have any access or support requirements in order to participate fully, please let us know when you book via the order form to ensure that we can arrange any reasonable adjustments.
Please note: This workshop will have low lighting. There will be a 'chill zone' on the day within the space with bean bags, sensory tools and ear muffs for use if required by any participants.
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