empowering youth, starting with you
a two-day experiential learning mindfulness online retreat for youth-serving professionals
nurturing
the nurturer
Do you work with teenagers and young adults? Whether you are an educator, social worker, or counselor, you play a pivotal role in helping youth navigate the complexity of life and its challenges.
Empowering Youth, Starting with You is a two-day experiential learning mindfulness retreat offering more than just classroom and session strategies. It is immersive, dedicated time to focus on how mindfulness can support you and integrate into your work.
During the retreat, participants will:
- experience guided practices, periods of silence, relational mindfulness, and mindful movement
- deepen relational mindfulness
- build authentic connection through small groups
- cultivate skills to stay present and respond skillfully to stress
- strengthen the ability to build meaningful connections
This experience will deepen your understanding of yourself, your relationships, and the power of present-moment awareness—while building practical skills and the confidence to apply them in your work.
dates
May 9–10, 2026
8am–3pm PT /
11am–6pm ET
location
online via Zoom
Zoom link will be shared
by May 7 via email
cost
Scholarship: $50
Sustainer: $100
Supporter: $150
Group discounts available*
registration
Register by May 4
activities
guided practices, relational mindfulness, mindful movement, and more
daily schedule
See below for
a sample schedule
of activities
unique benefits of this workshop
designed for youth-serving adults
dynamic sessions and quiet reflection
relational mindfulness practices and skills
timely and relevant topics and resources
small groups and authentic community
sample sessions
- guided meditation
- walking meditation
- introduction to anchors
- the power of receiving care
- guided mindful movement
- foundations of relational mindfulness
- small groups
- integrating practice into your work
teachers & staff
harpinder mann
movement teacher
brittany kamphues
manager
The practice teachings helped me develop the confidence that I needed to bring this out into my community.
John B., educator, consultant
I was able to take information, turn it around, give it a try, and teach it in the classroom – to integrate these practices in a more authentic, holistic way. Mindfulness as a way of life.
Pam M., educator, yoga teacher
I have used much of the curriculum in my mindfulness community with very positive feedback. My own personal practice has expanded and become richer in every way.
Karen B., guiding teacher
It’s inspiring to be part of a program that is dedicated to confronting the issues of our world for the benefit of young people, all people, and the planet.
Valerie S., school teacher
Thank you for guiding me to become a stronger, more grounded mindfulness practitioner, and for teaching me how to bring this to others.
Gary N., social emotional learning coordinator
This is an investment in your well-being, empowering you to foster stronger relationships with youth with clarity and compassion.
with gratitude, reduced tuition made possible by
