Hi!
My name is Haley. I am a mountain mama in Golden, BC. I have been practicing yoga for 10 years and recently became a certified instructor. Our 200 hour program was SO amazing for me in so many ways. I already knew the benefits, and the power that yoga has to create a balanced, and happy life - but going deeper into my practice made me realize just how important a daily practice is.
When I started my teacher training, I didn't even think that I wanted to teach. I really just wanted to dive further into my practice. However, throughout my training I realized that I needed to share this knowledge! And who better to share it with than our kids?!
I want to teach children how amazing it feels to FILL our lungs to the fullest - to be KIND to one another and to MOVE our bodies in a gentle, non-competitive way. I decided that an after school program is just what we need! My goal is to help the children in our community get grounded after a long day of school by discussing mindfulness, healthy eating, crafting and YOGA!
I am trying to raise money to get this program off the ground! As a stay at home mom, I just simply do not have the resources to buy the equipment I would like to have to run this program.
The money that I raise will be purchasing new mats & yoga props as well as paying for a security deposit for the building that I hope to run this program out of. It will also help to fund some additional, kid-specific yoga training so that I have as many tools in my belt as possible to make sure that your kids have the best time possible!
Based on my research I will need $1500 maximum to get started. That means I will have everything I need to comfortable run this program - right down to craft supplies and smoothie ingredients!
I am not the type of person to ask for help financially when it comes to my own dreams & goals - so this is completely out of my comfort zone. But - when I have talked to parents in town about what I plan to offer, everyone seems so excited and agrees that an after school yoga program is something that is missing from what our town has to offer. This campaign is going to help lock down my ideas and get the ball rolling!
I LOVE hanging out with kids - the more the merrier! It seems like there are always at least 5 kids at my house at all times and it fills my bucket to know that children feel happy being in our home. During the winter season, I work at the daycare at our local ski hill. Being able to spend time on the mountain with all of those little ski bums is my favourite part of winter! Aside from yoga, crafting is one of my most favourite past times! This will most definitely be a part of our program!
It is A-OK if we don't reach our entire goal! I will still use whatever funding we manage to receive towards the equipment needed to start up our after school program. The program might just have to launch a little later than I had hoped for - and that is okay! It just needs to happen!
Because I am so passionate about the importance of teaching yoga to children, I don't need to make a profit. I just want to be able to own my own equipment, share my love of yoga and offer something special to our wonderful community.
If you are interested in donating, every $40 that you donate will ensure that your child has a spot in one of our 4-week programs. That breaks down to $10 per session and less than $5 an hour!
If you are unable to contribute financially - that is fine, too! I totally get it! You can help by spreading the word - or maybe you have a great idea that you think would be a beneficial addition to Ahimsa Kids!
Love working with children? Live in Golden? Talk to me to become a guest teacher at our after school program!
