Rise & Realign
Give yourself a mid-week boost during Wellness Wednesdays with colleagues, peers, and other OISE community members. Awaken and realign the body and mind with a grounding meditation, nourishing breath practice, and supportive movement. Ease any stress or strain, maintain energy, enhance wellbeing, and perhaps feel a sense of wholeness.
During this short, weekly session, bring a yoga mat or use a chair to practice a 25-30-minute sequence. There will be some time before / afterwards, if you would like to share or debrief about your experiences.
*Participants are asked: to dress comfortably, to prepare a yoga mat and perhaps water bottle, small towel, as well as to maintain a safe setting for all by arriving punctually and staying until the practice is complete.
Note: The continued use of masks in the building is encouraged. Please continue to monitor your health and do not visit campus if you are feeling unwell. Masks and sanitizer will be available for use by participants at this event.
About the Speaker
Jen first developed an interest in combining education and Yoga while completing a research project on the effects of Yoga on academic achievement. Decades later, after being introduced to the healing benefits of iRest® Yoga Nidra Meditation and completing an additional qualification in physical education, she is inspired to integrate learning, teaching, and well-being. Through ongoing training as well as being a Professional Assistant and Production Specialist with the iRest® Institute, she continues to deepen her practice, especially around trauma and culturally sensitive Yoga and meditation.
Jen Baradi, is a 400 RYT Yoga Teacher, Certified iRest® Teacher, and Ontario Certified Teacher with Masters’ degrees in Educational Technology and Curriculum Instruction. She can be found teaching Yoga and meditation in schools, for non-profit organizations (such as Canadian Alopecia Areata Foundation), private clients, and public settings (including Jabumind teachers’ app, Vivaya online wellness, and Puppysphere puppy yoga). Jen aspires to promote greater well-being and be of service in schools and communities.
