ABIGAIL
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ABIGAIL
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ABIGAIL
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MINDFULNESS
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FOR YOUNG
PEOPLE
Due to current work demands, Abi can offer the following Mindfulness packages suitable for young people and families, either in community or education settings . . .
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Contact Abigail to find out more or visit the Events page to find out what's on.
Mindfulness Taster workshop
This creative and engaging workshop draws young people into the power and possibilities of mindfulness through a range of activities, games and gentle meditations.
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Suitable for Families?
1 x one-off workshop
Max of 15 x 7-11 year olds (can be adapted for other ages)
1.5 hours
Large, open floor space, undisturbed with access to power points, toilet facilities, running water, tables and chairs
At least 1 x member of DRB-checked staff to fully participate and support the young people during the workshop
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what people say . . .
Cannot recommend Abi enough. We thoroughly enjoyed her mindfulness workshop. Abi was so welcoming and kind and we took lots of useful concepts home with us. Thank you!
Christy, Mum of 3, Facebook
I recently took my daughter to Abigail's Mindfulness taster workshop. We both had a fun and enlightening time. Her energy and creative ideas were highly motivating and eye-opening. Even just the taster workshop was beneficial to my daughter, helping her to cope with the stresses and challenges that modern life brings with it.
Martin, Dad of 2, Facebook
what people say . . .
I attended this course with my seven-year-old grandson. It was a lovely experience and very special to have that time with him. Beneficial for us both!
Christine, Grandma to Eoin aged 8
Abigail weaves together various activities that are light but actually get the children sitting quietly, paying attention to their breathing and tuning into their body in creative ways.
Faith, Mindfulness Teacher and Mum of 2
KNOW YOUR MIND COURSE
This is a 6-week workshop experience, introducing primary students to basic mindfulness. The workshops are fun and interactive, leaving space for students to explore how they think mindfulness might work for them. The workshops are secular, engaging and practical and involve film clips, meditations, games and activities.
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6 x workshops, typically a weekly course
Max of 15 x 7-11 year olds (can be adapted for other ages)
1.5 hours per workshop
Large, open floor space, undisturbed with access to power points, toilet facilities, running water, tables and chairs
At least 1 x member of DRB-checked staff to fully participate and support the young people during every workshop
Yes
what people say . . .
Abigail is a great facilitator and lovely soul. My daughter and I have taken away tools and ideas to help us in our everyday lives. I have started meditating at home and my daughter has volunteered to be a mental health advocate at school. She has definitely been positively influenced by these classes and her confidence boosted.
Ruth, Mum of Rose, Facebook
The pick-a-card session really flowed, gave new ideas and a new perspective on how mindfulness can be used; especially how children can utilise it in a variety of ways. I was so happy that my 8 year old son enjoyed the session as he was definitely sceptical the night before! He would love to do more with this and has used his meditation pebble a couple of times already.
Anais, Mum of Raphael, Facebook
MINDFULNESS PLAY WORKSHOPS
With playfulness at heart, these one-off mindfulness workshops offer children the chance to lead by choosing a mindfulness 'challenge' from a deck of cards. This gives a flavour of spontaneity and means no two workshops will ever be the same. The themes of the challenges are: 1.) Start the Workshop, 2.) Find Calm, 3.) Focus, 4.) Open Your Heart, 5.) Rest and Relax.
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Suitable for Families?
One-off workshops (can be repeated as a club / course)
Max of 15 x 7-11 year olds (can be adapted for other ages)
1.5 hours per workshop
Large, open floor space, undisturbed with access to power points, toilet facilities, running water, tables and chairs
At least 1 x member of DRB-checked staff to fully participate and support the young people during every workshop
Yes
what people say . . .
My 7 year old son and I have been going along to Abi's sessions at Torre Abbey - we both really enjoy them and my son in particular hates to miss any. Love that we make something to take away and use each time and that its such a relaxed and friendly space.
Anna, Mum of 2, Facebook
I really enjoyed the opportunity to take time out and learn about meditation, watching my son engage with the emotions was amazing.
Katrina, Autism Awareness Ambassador and Mum to Tjay
#MINDFULNESSCANBEFUN WORKSHOPS / COURSE
These workshops can be delivered as a complete course or as one-off mindfulness intros – either way they are masses of fun incorporating meditation, games, teamwork, creativity, discussion and reflection. These sessions challenge the idea that mindfulness has to be still and cover the following topics: ‘Breathing On Purpose’, ‘Brilliant Bodies’, ‘Our Wise Minds’ and ‘Kind Connections’.
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Course of 4 sessions or one-off intros
Max of 15 x 7-11 year olds (can be adapted for other ages)
1.5 hours per workshop
Large, open floor space, undisturbed with access to projection screen, power points, toilet facilities, running water, tables and chairs
At least 1 x member of DRB-checked staff to fully participate and support the young people during every workshop
Yes
what people say . . .
Mindfulness Jenga was completely engaging and thought-provoking for the children and their parents / carers. A brilliant way of taking a moment to focus on the now.
Clare, Mum of 4
What a clever and wonderful way to help children experience the benefits of mindfulness through the fun of a traditional game.
Tim, Youth Worker
mindfulness giant jenga
If you’re running an event for young people, where you would like to introduce mindfulness, but don’t have the capacity for a structured workshop, then this is a great option. Abigail’s Mindfulness Giant Jenga is huge fun for adults and children alike. With 58 wooden blocks, all featuring a simple mindfulness challenge, this towering, teetering game of skill also promotes patience, calm, anticipation, breathwork, savouring, humour, teamwork and acceptance.
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One-off drop-in session
Max of 4 x children with parents / carers at a time
As long as your event
Open floor space where the sound of falling wooden bricks will not disturb other activities
At least 1 x member of DRB-checked staff to regularly check-in and offer main facilitator breaks as and when needed
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