Mind Outside

Mind Outside

Program Description

Mental wellness learning, physical activity and outdoor exploration for children ages 8 to 12 in the Kamloops area.

7 Weeks
Free
Small Group Program
Y Membership Required: No
Mind Outside
Program overview

Mind Outside is a 7-week program for children ages 8 to 12 that incorporates outdoor exploration while learning new tools and strategies to increase mental wellness.

Children will be hiking in and around the Kamloops area while learning about mental wellness and mindfulness.

Please note this program is only offered in and around Kamloops.

Program benefits
  • Learn tools and strategies to manage stress and difficult emotions
  • Practice a new mindfulness practice each week while being immersed in nature
  • Explore wellness in a safe, welcoming peer environment
Program eligibility
  • For ages 8 to 12 in and around Kamloops area

Program schedule
  • Program Duration: 7 weeks, during the summer months
  • Drop off and pick up at John Tod Centre Y
  • Transportation is provided to various locations around Kamloops area
  • Please contact us at 250-376-4771 ext. 122 or email us at mentalwellness@ymcabc.ca to register

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