Experience Mindfulness, Meditation and QiGong in Nature this Summer!
Classes Forming Now
"And this, our life, exempt from public haunt, finds tongues in trees, books in the running brooks, sermons in stones, and good in everything."
William Shakespeare, As You Like It
William Shakespeare, As You Like It
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Mindfulness is the practice of being in the present moment with kindness, patience and curiosity. Mindfulness fosters connection with ourselves, others and nature. When we connect in this way we naturally develop more compassion for ourselves and for the world we live in. Our outdoor classes are designed to foster curiosity for the world we live in, and to foster our place in this web of life! |
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We have all experienced a great deal of virtual workdays and learning spaces this past year. So, because of this, I have decided to forgo the usual youth classes and workshops and bring classes outdoors. I do hope you will join me this summer!
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Meditation and QiGong Pop-Up
June 17 Place- Wilcox Park For Adults Time: 7:00- 8:00 PM Free! Arrive early so we can begin on time. Bring a blanket or yoga mat and water. Join us as we unwind in a nature led meditation for a portion of the hour, followed by a QiGong practice led by Brenda Schroeder.
Qigong and Tai Chi are Mind/Body practices that are based on the elements of earth and sky as well as the movements of wildlife. Connecting the upper and lower body while engaging the mind, work to cultivate and nourish the flow of energy. Participants will learn mindful movements such as the following: * White Crane Cools Its Wings * Part the Wild Horse's Mane * Bamboo Moves in the Wind * Push the Mountain 
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Family Mindfulness in July
Sponsored by GR Parks July 13, 2021 6:30- 8:30PM July 20- 10:30- noon Place: Kenosha Registration: GR Parks Cost: 10.00 Ages: 6 and up Arrive early so we can begin on time. Bring a blanket or yoga mat and water The July will introduce mindfulness with most of the time being spent in a variety of practices. We will be lead in a some sensory activities such as mindful listening, movement, and mindful seeing using a Night at the Museum approach. Finally, families will participate in a mindful, sensory scavenger hunt.
Cheryl Blackington and Kate Austin will lead. 
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Family Mindfulness and QiGong
in August Sponsored by GR Parks August 10, 2021- 10:30- noon August 17, 6:30- 8:00PM Place: Riverside Park Registration: GR Parks Cost: 10.00 Ages: 6 and up 
The August workshop will focus on mindfulness practices that will help us understand how to work with the ups and downs, ins and outs of our day-to-day life. We will use nature as our teacher of the constant flux and changes that are present in our natural world. Participants will be led in a variety of practices and activities, as well as in some Qigong and Tai Chi movements.
Qigong and Tai Chi are Mind/Body practices that are based on the elements of earth and sky as well as the movements of wildlife. Connecting the upper and lower body while engaging the mind, work to cultivate and nourish the flow of energy. Participants will learn mindful movements such as the following: * White Crane Cools Its Wings * Part the Wild Horse's Mane * Bamboo Moves in the Wind * Push the Mountain |