The "Youth Empowerment Seminar" is open to teens of ages 14 - 18 years. Both fun and challenging, this seminar provides teens with a comprehensive toolbox to manage their emotions and stress.
The program broadens youth's vision of the world, provides practical knowledge and skills needed to realize their highest potential and successfully navigate through adolescence.
Independent research has shown that the processes learned on YES! reduce anger, violence and depression, as well as improve focus, clarity of mind and concentration.
Main Aspects of the Program cover:
1) Physical – Dynamic body exercises, yoga and innovative breathing techniques.
2) Mental – Practical knowledge to eliminate counter productive activity and enhance learn ability; Techniques and interactive processes to improve memory, concentration & focus.
3) Social – Experiential processes to develop problem solving strategies and social skills; Interactive games to develop leadership and life skills; Teamwork exercises to teach cooperation and conflict resolution.
4) Emotional – Dynamic group discussions designed to help teens feel at ease in challenging situations, and increase confidence and inner strength to better handle criticism and peer pressure.
Details on YES! program
Date: May 7-10, Fri - Mon
More details & registration:
http://secure.artofliving.org/course_details.aspx?course_id=6656Fee: $175
San Jose Mercury News:
http://www.artoflivingmedia.org/2009/11/to-relieve-stress-schools-in-tough.htmlTestimonials:
Students Experiences:
http://www.vimeo.com/4055333Parents & Teachers Experiences:
http://www.vimeo.com/7001855www.youthempowermentseminar.org
