Peace Quest Canberra 2.39

Peace Quest classes are taught by Leonie MacDonald, a trained Relax Kids coach, mother of two, and qualified Primary School teacher (BA & Bed).

Peace Quest is a 6 week relaxation and mindfulness class for primary children including:

- Activities to develop concentration and cooperation, connectedness and belonging
- Yoga, breathing and positive self-talk
- Activities to develop empathy including peer massage (head, shoulder, back) and gratitude
- Peace Quest story to learn how to use calm down strategies in our lives ( in the junior class)
- Understanding stress and strategies to help (in the senior class)
- Relaxing meditation and visualisation
- Opportunities to reflect on our thoughts, feelings and positive intentions

Activities and focus will vary each week to give children a range of experiences and strategies.

The benefits of Peace Quest are twofold:

1. In every class children have the opportunity to release tension and big feelings that may have built up during the week, helping them to sleep better, feel calmer and happier every time they come. Reducing stress helps children to be more balanced and resilient.

2. At the same time, children are learning strategies that will help them lead a peaceful and happy life.