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| Group Drumming as a Therapeutic Activity: Facilitator Training Program Learn how to facilitate a Group Drumming experience that celebrates diversity, fosters self-expression, and builds community! No previous drumming or musical experience is necessary, just a willingness to share and receive the joy of drumming. Rhythmic by Nature’s 4-week Group Drumming Facilitator Training Program © offers a hands-on, empowering, leadership-building, educational program and is designed for educators, therapists, healthcare practitioners, childcare providers, group facilitators & trainers, and anyone looking for a unique, memorable, and fun way to connect with others. Series runs Wednesdays: November 18, 25, December 2 and 8 , from 7pm to 9pm. Fee for all 4 sessions: $210 ($200 + GST). Location: 918 Bathurst Street (just North of Bloor). To register or for more information, contact Terri Segal at 416 662-6488 or email Terri. Sons and Mothers: A Gestalt Workshop for Men This two-day weekend workshop in Toronto will provide experiences to assist you in accessing both the memories and emotional impact of your mother. Whether your mother is alive or not, this workshop can help you examine your perspective on this most important relationship. Fri., Dec. 4th 7:30 pm to 10 pm and Sat., Dec. 5th, 9:30 am to 5 pm. Leaders: JoAnne Greenham, Head of Faculty, and Tony Greco, Graduate. For more information, contact Tony at 416.912.3374 or tony@hereandnowtherapy.ca. Fee: $200.00. Rainbow of Desire - Introductory Workshop to Augusto Boal's Rainbow of Desire Techniques: Join us for a theatrical workshop in creative self-discovery and personal growth as we journey collectively toward our deeper truths, with NYC trained facilitator Naomi Tessler MA, Educational Theatre NYU. NO theatre experience necessary! Tuesday November 24th, 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm. 918 Bathurst St., north of Bloor. For more info, call 416 910-4972 or email Naomi. Career Action Primer workshop series: Career workshops for people in all kinds of creative fields who are in flux, in a rut, or looking for a boost as they find a way to do their art and live well. Next in series: Staying Resilient in Career Transition, November 17th, 2009, 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Admission is only $20 and everyone is welcome. Facilitated by Anne Carbert, Career Counsellor and Transition Coach. Location: Carrot Common Meeting Room, 348 Danforth Ave. Click here for dates and details, or call 647-378-1325. Restorative Yoga Workshop Relax your body, restore your energy, rejuvenate your spirit and clear space within. This will be an intimate class wherein you will move your body through a series of restorative poses with Tracy Currie (Metta Movement Arts). Every student will receive hands-on Thai Yoga Massage style assists to help deepen the experience and release into each restorative. Sunday, October 25th, 2009, 2:30 to 5:30pm. Location: Mindful Movement Centre, 68 Scollard Avenue, 3rd fl (at Bay St.), Toronto. $65 in advance, $75 at the door. Class size is limited to only 10 people so sign up early to secure your spot! Bi-weekly (mixed) Gestalt Psychotherapy Group: Stephen Douglas and Tony Greco are offering a bi-weekly psychotherapy group in Toronto. This may benefit individuals wishing to deepen their self-awareness, recognize discrepancies between their inner experience and outer presentation, experiment with both self-acceptance and change toward the goal of fully engaging life in the moment. For more information, contact Stephen at 416 766-7321. Bi-weekly Men's Psychotherapy Group: Registration is open for this bi-weekly psychotherapy group for men, facilitated by Stephen Douglas and Bradley Foster. This is a safe and respectful setting for men who wish to explore and change patterns of addictions, anger, anxiety, and male depression, develop stress management strategies, and improve relationship skills. For more information, contact Stephen at 416 766-7321. Yoga Birthing Workshops for Couples with Tracy Currie (Metta Movement Arts). Upcoming in November (stay posted for dates): This great yoga-based birthing workshop will benefit both you and your birthing partner. Although it would be helpful if you had prior experience with the practise of yoga, it is not required. It is recommended you are within six to eight weeks of your due date. Amongst a small group, in an inviting and intimate setting, this 4 1/2 hour workshop will help prepare both you and your birthing partner for the birthing event. The birthing partner will learn ways to be more involved and supportive throughout the event. Among other things, we will cover techniques in: breathing techniques, vocal toning/sounding, partner-assisted postures/stretches, techniques in soothing, supportive massage. Location: Breathe Yoga Studio, 2253 Bloor St W, Toronto. BellyLaugh: The Yoga of Laughter Come play for two and a half hours with Valerie Moysey at Verity. Unwind. Relax. Take a break. This is a fun, experiential workshop of play. Everyone is welcome, introverts and extroverts alike! Please wear loose and comfortable clothing and bring a blanket or yoga mat if you have one. Valerie Moysey, B.A., CST, LMT has been facilitating classes, workshops, and ongoing practice groups in personal growth for six years. Location: Verity (located at 111d Queen St. E). To register email the concierge at Verity at concierge@verity.ca or call (416) 368-6006 x 221. |