During the training, the focus is on walking, experiencing and learning, but above all on lots of exercises using game cards. The training consists of a theoretical component and a practical component. The two-day training concludes with a practical exam. After the practical exam, you will receive a diploma and become a Mindful Run 4 Kids coach. From that moment on, you can offer workshops or a four-week Mindful Run/Walk 4 Kids course. It is also possible to use the exercises and techniques you have learned in your current programme.

Instructors

The instructors for this training are Martijn Mensink (Founder of Mindful Run Nederland) and Dennis Licht (Kidsrunning Trainer). They will introduce you to the world of mindfulness combined with running and walking for children.

According to Martijn Mensink, exercise is important for children to remain balanced: “Nowadays, a lot of emphasis is placed on knowing; we want to focus more on feeling and breathing. Running and walking are means to that end, not the goal. In addition, through running and walking, we want to introduce children to mindfulness in a playful way. The training sessions for children could also be held indoors, but they are deliberately held outdoors, because children simply enjoy that more.”

Content

In the Mindful Run 4 Kids coach training, you will learn how to pleasantly apply mindfulness techniques during various movement exercises focused on walking and/or running. All exercises are fully described in a Mindful Run 4 Kids coach manual. The exercises are suitable for children aged 4 to 14.

The instructors will teach you not only exercises for children, but also a number of basic mindfulness and breathing exercises that you can use yourself to stand consciously and calmly in front of a group or class. You can integrate these exercises into your current work and life.

Target group

The training is suitable for teachers, therapists, group workers, children's coaches, parents, or anyone who wants to be able to teach or offer exercises to children. An affinity with or experience in mindfulness is an advantage.

Maximum group size

A maximum of 8 to 12 candidates are admitted per training course. This guarantees sufficient attention for every candidate, so that the training process can truly become a personal journey of discovery.

Costs

The two-day trainer training costs 695 euros (excluding VAT). This includes coffee, tea and lunch.

What can and may you do after completing the training?

  • Teach and offer the four-week Mindful Run and/or Walk 4 Kids course;
  • Use the protected Mindful Run 4 Kids logo for marketing purposes;
  • You will be admitted to our private Facebook group.
  • Participate in Mindful Run’s social media* channels, such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.


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