This class provides parents and/or caregivers an opportunity to join their child’s world through musical play. We will approach music as a medium for play and exploration that will promote developmental growth. Not only does this class provide opportunities for children to grow in their language, social, emotional, and cognitive skills, but it also provides opportunities for children to develop closer relationships with their parent and/or caregiver. This class will provide children with a safe space for self-expression and learning, as well as the tools to groove and grow together.

This guided meditation is designed to help you connect with your heart, ease grief and sadness, soothe anxiety and anger, transform negative self-talk into positive ones, embrace compassion, and tap into your inner well of self-love. Sit comfortably and listen to a certified meditation instructor guide your mind and breath through words and music to bring you closer to yourself.

– Connect to your heart
– Ease grief and sadness
– Transform negative self-talk
– Begin your journey with self-love

Class will be held in the Blue/Multipurpose Room

Learn practical skills that use music to cope with the stress of life. This is an active participation class where participants will relieve stress and leave with the tools to use to manage stress throughout the week.

No music experience is necessary, just bring a love of music and a desire to use it to feel better.

This class is led by Cheryl Mozdian, MM, Mt-BC. From Summit Music Therapy, LLC.

WHEN/HOW:
• Tuesdays from 5:00-6:00 p.m.
• To register, visit the Greater Scranton YMCA online at
www.greaterscrantonymca.org.

COST PER CLASS:
• FREE for members and non-members!

CONTACT:

• For more information, contact Kevin Whelley, Director of Wellbeing Initiatives, at [email protected]

Did you know that your mind, body and breath all work together to keep you feeling your best? Whether we are stressed or relaxed, our nervous system has a direct impact on how we feel. Discover how your mind, body and breath affect your health and wellness. Learn how to switch from the stress response to the rest response through education and simple techniques you could do at home!

– Learn about your nervous system
– Discover how to let go of stress
– Experience diaphragmatic breathing
– Practice simple techniques to use at home

Class will be held in the Community Room. 

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group Program is a peer-led support group program for any adult (18+) with a mental health condition. Group meetings are held once a week, once every other week or monthly and last for 90 minutes. This program offers participants the support of peers who understand their point of view and celebrate their successes.

Groups occur on the 2nd and 4th Thursday from 12:00PM-1:30PM

The NAMI Family Support Group Program is a peer-led support group for family and friends of people experiencing mental health conditions. NAMI Family Support Group participants an opportunity to learn from their common experience. All groups are confidential and participants may share as much or as little personal information as they want.

Groups occur on the 2nd and 4th Monday from 7:00PM-8:30PM

NAMI Hearts+Minds is a wellness program designed to educate and empower individuals to better manage their health; mentally and physically.  This program provides current research and information on how mental and physical health are connected, with a focus on how to effectively address symptoms and conditions.  Participants in the full course will gain information on managing medications, chronic pain and improving sleep.  Additional health topics and areas of interest are discussed, along with actionable ways to improve health and wellness with tools, strategies and simple steps that make sense and aren’t overwhelming.

Momma Bears is a FREE 90-minute recovery support group for moms who are pregnant and/or post-partum and struggling with their emotional well-being. Momma Bears is led by moms who have also experienced these struggles.

Momma Bears occurs on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday from 7:00PM-8:30PM .

Experience the power of sound with this special workshop designed to help you quite your thoughts, deepen your breath, and feel more present in your body. Sound meditation uses sound, music, and specialized instruments to promote deep relaxation. This is a great way to feel the benefits of meditation for people who may struggle with sitting in silence. Sound meditation fills the mind with music, so you can let go of stress and feel more at ease.

– Feel the power of sound
– Calm your busy mind
– Soothe anxious thoughts
– Experience deep relaxation

Class will be held in the Blue Multi-Purpose Room

Spirited Art® is an optimistic, creative painting class for folks who want to learn the basics of acrylic painting in the company of great friends. In each class we will show you step-by-step how to create your own masterpiece that you can be proud of and take home. Spend some time and relax with us. You may learn a little color theory, perspective and be introduced to the elements of design.

Class is for individuals 60+

Classes will be held at the tables by the teaching kitchen. 

Join us for our all-inclusive beginners yoga classes! No experience necessary. Yoga is accessible to everyone. It creates a connection between mind, body and breath to enhance well-being, release stress, and unwind tension. Learn how to find balance inside and outside in a judgement-free zone where everyone feels welcome. This gentle class is designed for any adult who can sit on a yoga mat!

Classes will be held in the Blue/Multipurpose Room