life-changing programs for young people
tailored to meet the needs of your community
As the national leader in immersive mindfulness education, Inward Bound Mindfulness holds a critical responsibility in the field: to complement and amplify the impacts of in-school programs and to expand the value and capacity that youth-serving professionals have for sharing in-depth mindfulness experiences with youth.
self-awareness
compassion
self-care
ethical decisions
Nurturing the emotional and mental well-being of youth and youth-serving professionals
Using research-backed formats and culturally responsive, trauma-informed teaching frameworks, we impart lessons in self-awareness and empathy and teach techniques that can be used to calm and focus the mind. Our retreats provide participants with opportunities to learn and implement both individual and relational mindfulness practices. They also teach how to apply mindfulness content and skills to daily life.
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multi-day residential retreats
Our signature program—residential retreats—provides daily flows of guided sitting and walking meditation, relational practices, small groups, interactive workshops, and both silent and non-silent free periods. The rhythm of structured and unstructured practice time can be both challenging and deeply rewarding for participants who are working to integrate mindfulness skills into their daily life. While on retreat, participants also agree to be tech-free.
multi-week course or full/half-day workshop
Our courses and workshops strive to create the most engaging experience through concise instruction, guided practices, individual reflection, small group discussions, and large group share-outs. Within courses, learning builds off of each session. Participants have opportunities to share about their experience using learned tools in their daily lives.
community-building and leadership development
There are many ways our highly skilled, diverse faculty can support your community. From professional development of youth mindfulness leaders to coaching and curriculum guidance for educators, this is our most customizable service that requires extended discussion and planning.
How can we help transform your community?
Our immersive programs provide a rare opportunity for deep personal insight, self-compassion and appreciation, and authentic connection within a fun and welcoming community of peers and mentors. Reach out to our team to learn more about partnering with Inward Bound and bringing a custom program to your community.
we serve a broad range of transformative partnerships
high schools
students, educators, parents,
and community leaders
universities
students, alumni, faculty,
and administrators
youth-serving organizations
youth and youth-serving professionals
with PDU options
