Embodied Care: free classes for allied health professionals and carers (online)

Join Collective Being for free monthly classes that will include body-based mindfulness, movement, somatic practices and pyscho-education to support stress release, nervous–system regulation, rest and connection.  

Each month will feature a different theme that responds to common symptoms of stress and burnout. You are welcome to join us for one or all classes. Classes are welcoming of all bodies and mobility - no prior movement or meditation experience is necessary. All practices facilitated by Collective Being are trauma-informed, accessible and mental health aware. 

3 February 2025: Stress-relief practices  

3 March 2025: Restorative practices  

7 April 2025: Spinal release 

5 May 2025: Connecting with nature 

2 June 2025: Balance and stability

7 July 2025: Tension release  

4 August 2025: Sleep support practices 

1 September 2025: Grounding practices 

6 October 2025: Breath practices 

3 November 2025: Lower body release 

What should I expect from this class?

• After signing on via Zoom, participants will be invited to share in gentle somatic movement practices which are designed to release muscular tension, increase blood flow, and encourage relaxation.
• You will be offered options to explore different tools and strategies for focusing, connecting with your breath, and/or tuning into the experience of your body.
• Our facilitators will always encourage you to engage in our sessions in a way that feels appropriate and supportive for you. This may mean that you try everything we offer, only try some things, or explore your own variations instead.
  
• All movement can be done wherever you are most comfortable, in whatever clothing you wish.
• No mat or props required
• You may like to have some water and any other items that resource you nearby.  

What price is the session?

Sessions are free of charge however registration is required. 

How do I access the online sessions?  

The sessions will be facilitated online via Zoom. We will email you the link and password to the meeting with your registration confirmation.  

When you arrive at the session, there will be a microphone and camera button in the bottom left corner of your screen. You are welcome to click on these to either mute/unmute yourself or to turn your camera on or off, it’s entirely up to you. We will however need to mute the microphones while the sessions are in process to ensure the best sound quality.  

Is there support available during or after the sessions if I need it?

There will be a support facilitator assigned to each session whose role is to assist with any technological challenges and is available for check-ins through the session. 

Can I attend these classes in-person? 

In-person iterations of these classes will be held on Sunday afternoons at Green Monday studios, Carlton/ Naarm. See here for more information and to register. 

If you have any other questions, please contact our team at hello@collectivebeing.org

*these classes have been funded by the Bupa Community Grants program