Embody Mindfulness Series: Tools for Self-Care

Tools for Self-Care (hybrid)

This workshop will introduce various tools for grounding and release to foster self-care. Incorporating the projection of coastal imagery, we will explore embodied movement, meditation, somatic-based drawing, journaling and self massage.

Embody Mindfulness: A 5-Week Movement Series

Concordia alumni, Claire MacIsaac and Alisa Haugen-Strand have worked together as a creative partnership, Tactile Attunement, for the past five years. Blending their backgrounds in dance, yoga, somatics, visual art and the creative process, they have collaborated on mindful movement programming for community care and wellness in a variety of settings. This 5-week series explores mindfulness and creativity through embodied practices to deepen self-awareness and build community connection.

These workshops are open to all, and participants are encouraged to adapt as needed.

Claire MacIsaac (she/her) is a dance artist and holistic wellness practitioner based out of Tiohtià:ke/Montréal. Integrating her background in psychology, contemporary dance, and trauma-informed grief support using visual art practices, Claire brings a multi-faceted perspective to the work she does within the community. She approaches her creative process with values of accessibility, compassion, and curiosity in alternative ways of engaging in dance and choreography.

Alisa Haugen-Strand (she/her) is a movement facilitator and yoga teacher living in Mi’kma’ki/Nova Scotia - the coastal landscape a continual means of inspiration for her work. From vinyasa to intuitive movement and restorative practices, Alisa’s offerings are grounded in breath, exploration and agency. Working from a somatic, trauma-informed approach, it is her aim to support others in finding movement (and stillness) that feels safe and aligned in their own bodies.