Balance Break
Ready to step-away for a moment, from work and routines? Perhaps the body and mind are longing for some balance and relief from the busy-ness and burn-out of teaching and learning. Refresh and renew yourself, with other students on Wellness Wednesdays.
During this short, weekly session, use a chair to practice a similar 20-25-minute yoga / stretching sequence, along with breath sensing, iRest® Yoga Nidra, or mindfulness techniques. There will be some time afterwards, if you would like to share or debrief about your experience.
[*Participants are asked: to dress comfortably, to bring any other supports (e.g. blocks, strap, water bottle, small towel), as well as to maintain a safe setting for all by arriving punctually and staying until the practice is complete.]
About the Speaker
Jennifer Baradi
Jen first developed an interest in combining education and Yoga while completing a research project on the effects of Yoga on academic achievement. Decades later, after being introduced to the healing benefits of iRest® Yoga Nidra Meditation and completing an additional qualification in physical education, she is inspired to integrate learning, teaching, and well-being. Through ongoing training as well as being a Professional Assistant and Production Specialist with the iRest® Institute, she continues to deepen her practice, especially around trauma and culturally sensitive Yoga and meditation.
Jen Baradi, is a 400 RYT Yoga Teacher, Certified iRest® Teacher, and Ontario Certified Teacher with Masters’ degrees in Educational Technology and Curriculum Instruction. She can be found teaching Yoga and meditation in schools, for non-profit organizations (such as Canadian Alopecia Areata Foundation), private clients, and public settings (including Jabumind teachers’ app, Vivaya online wellness, and Puppysphere puppy yoga). Jen aspires to promote greater well-being and be of service in schools and communities.
