Supporting your child's physical, social, and emotional wellbeing is more important now than ever before! Small group in-person classes are being offered at the Maitri Center to support all aspects of your child's wellbeing, so they can navigate our ever-changing world with greater resiliency & balance. Maitri Center welcomes children & families of all abilities, genders & identities. If your child has special needs, please call 608-345-1597 or email contemplative.ed@gmail.com before registering to ensure they will have the support they need to fully participate!
Registration is now open. Reserve your child's spot today!
MINDFUL MONKEYS for grades K-3
6 Wednesdays | Oct 14-Nov 18 | 4:30-5:30 PM
MINDFUL KIDS for grades 3-6
6 Thursdays | Oct 15-Nov 19 | 4:30-5:30 PM
MINDFULNESS, MOVEMENT & MANDALAS for grades 1-8
3 Wednesdays | Dec 2-16 | 4:30-6:00 PM
MINDFUL MUNCHKINS for ages 3.5-6 with an adult
3 Thursdays | Dec 3-17 | 4:30-5:30 PM
By planting the seeds of mindfulness, students will discover their inner calm and social connectedness through interactive games, stories, engaging lessons, mindful movement, and themed crafts curated according to developmental stages of childhood! Click on the appropriate registration link to read more detailed descriptions of each series.
Fees include all materials and expert instruction.
Held in partnership with Oregon Community Ed & Rec.
Taught by Kelly Petrie.
Currently not offered. Please check back in Winter 2027.
Mindfulness for students in grades 5-8.
A safe, caring place for pre- and early adolescent students to decompress from the stressors of life. They will receive gentle guidance in techniques to release tension, relax, and practice the art of self-care. We will follow the acronym B.R.E.A.T.H.E. as our weekly topics:
B=Body + Breath
R=Reflections (thoughts)
E=Emotional intelligence
A=Attention
T=Tenderness (compassion)
H=Healthy habits
E=Empowerment
Offered in partnership with Oregon Community Ed & Rec.
Taught by Kelly Petrie.