Move and Mingle
Welcome to our Move and Mingle Group designed for 9-12 year-olds! We are thrilled to invite your child to join us on a transformative journey toward improved body awareness, regulation, and overall well-being.
Group Goals:
- Enhanced In-the-Moment Body Awareness: Through a series of specially crafted exercises and activities, we aim to help children become more attuned to their bodies, enabling them to better understand their physical sensations, emotions, and needs.
- Body Clue Identification: Children will be guided to recognize and interpret the valuable cues their bodies provide. Understanding these cues can help them navigate through challenging situations, stressors, and emotions more effectively.
- Interoception Support: Interoception, or the ability to sense internal bodily signals, is a crucial skill for emotional regulation. Our sessions will gently nurture and develop this skill in your child.
- Movement Preferences for Regulation: We will explore different movement patterns and help each child identify the specific movements that aid in their personal regulation and relaxation.
- Theory of Regulation and Arousal Levels: Children will learn basic concepts related to regulation and arousal levels, empowering them to manage their emotions and energy in a healthier manner.
- Body Connection and Fluidity: Our program will focus on building a stronger connection between the core, limbs, and spinal movements, fostering better body coordination and fluidity in actions and reactions.
- Support for Regulation and Movement: The techniques taught in this group will provide valuable support for maintaining regulation and facilitating smooth and balanced movements.
For Parents: Why Should Your Child Join This Group?
As parents, you may wonder why somatic movement therapy is beneficial for your child’s development. Somatic movement therapy is a holistic approach that emphasizes the mind-body connection and recognizes the profound impact that physical experiences have on emotional well-being. By joining this group, your child can experience a range of advantages:
- Emotional Resilience: Through improved body awareness and regulation, your child will be supported to develop a greater emotional resilience, equipping them with the tools to manage stress and emotions effectively.
- Enhanced Focus and Concentration: The techniques taught in our sessions help children cultivate mindfulness and concentration, which can positively influence their academic performance and social interactions.
- Healthy Self-Expression: Somatic movement therapy encourages self-expression through movement, fostering creativity and confidence in your child.
- Physical and Mental Flexibility: Your child will build greater physical and mental flexibility, adaptability, and openness to new experiences.
- Improved Social Skills: Group dynamics in our sessions promote teamwork, empathy, and understanding, enabling your child to thrive in social settings.
- Positive Body Image: Developing a deeper connection with their bodies allows children to embrace and appreciate their uniqueness, leading to a positive body image.
- Overall Well-Being: Somatic movement therapy offers a holistic approach to well-being, supporting your child's physical, emotional, and mental health.
Join us on this exciting journey of self-discovery and growth! Let your child embark on an enriching experience that will lay the foundation for a happier, healthier, and more connected life. We look forward to having your child as a part of our Somatic Movement Therapy Group.
Enroll your child today and witness the transformation firsthand!
Additional information
MOVE AND MINGLE GROUP
Location: Calm and Connected HQ at 19B Erade Drive, Piara Waters
Age:
Junior group (7-9 years)
Time: Wednesday 3:45-4:30pm
Dates:
Runs fortnightly Term 3 2025
Starts 30th July 2025
Cost: $109.13 per week