*Open to anyone who identifies as a woman, gender diverse or non-binary*
This intentional, mindful walk draws from the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, which aims to connect participants to all of their senses for the purpose of experiencing a sense of awe, gratitude and relaxation. Studies have shown the numerous health benefits of forest bathing and spending time in nature and greenspaces. Ecotherapy is known to reduce levels of cortisol, symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression and improve physiological and social wellbeing.
The walk is facilitated by Andra Moldoveanu. It begins with an explanation of forest bathing, which will be done mostly in silence. Various sensory exercises will be explored along the way in order to engage our sense of smell, taste, touch, sight, sounds, emotions and body awareness. All suggestions made are posed as choices - YOU get to decide how to interpret and apply them, there is no right or wrong way.
PLEASE BRING:
A pen and paper/journal.
Snacks and water.
Wear comfortable layers and weather appropriate clothing; rain/wind jacket.
Sunscreen & sunhat.
Anything else you need.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
Meet at entrance of Wellington Botanical Gardens, 101 Glenmore Street, Kelburn.
Event is weather permitting. Walk will be moved to 10th of April, same time and location if severe winds/rain. You will be notified via email by 8am the morning of the event if we need to postpone.
Duration is an estimated 3hrs, depending on the size/speed of the group allow for some flexibility in end time for your schedule.
This event is suitable for all fitness levels.
TICKETING INFO:
EVENT IS LIMITED TO 12 PARTICIPANTS
Please book in early to reserve your space!
Tickets $35 available online through our MindBody site or at reception
About the Facilitator:
Andra Moldoveanu is a registered social worker with a clinical background in psychology and individual and group counselling. Andra brings over a decade of experience to mind / body healing approaches. Passionate, authentic and empathic, Andra is also a certified yoga teacher with extensive training in trauma-sensitive yoga and mindfulness facilitation.