Monthly Movement Breaks

Monthly Movement Breaks!

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One of the impacts of remote work is that many of us are moving less. Static sitting and standing can lead to a number of health issues, but finding ways to incorporate movement into our day can help us stay physically and mentally well.  Please join us for our 30 minute movement break, once a month during June, July and August. The fantastic staff from Warrior Recreation will bring us an assortment of ways to keep moving and share approaches to meet a variety of activity preferences. Each month will showcase a different type of movement, some silly and fun and some more serious and traditional. Activities are suitable for all levels. If you are living in shared accommodations, please feel free to invite family or housemates. No special equipment is needed, however you may wish to wear loose fitting clothing. You are welcome to take your laptop outside and enjoy the movement break outdoors. If you have any medical concerns, please consult with your physician and connect with the session facilator to determine if the session is appropriate for you.

To Register:

Having an indication of how many people will be in attendance helps our facilitator prepare. We ask you to register at the links below (attendance will be kept confidential).

  • August Monthly Movement Break: TCancelled – (Faciliator: Bre)

About the Facilitators:

Kelsey Kerr

Kelsey believes that movement is medicine for the body, mind, and soul. Her certifications include: Power Yoga Canada RYT 200 Hr, Body Harmonics Mat Pilates, Canfitpro FIS & PTS, Keiser m3 Cycle, and Stages Cycle Essentials. She started teaching Group Fitness as a Laurier student, and has been teaching through the Shoetag fitness program at the University of Waterloo for several years. Kels will invite you to explore movement however it fits best for you, in a safe and fun way!

Kendra Fortin

Kendra is a graduate student in the department of Recreation and Leisure Studies. For over 5 years Kendra has taught a variety of fitness classes through the University of Waterloo’s Shoetag program. Combining her experience as a fitness instructor and knowledge gained through her scholarly endeavours, Kendra is passionate about delivering fitness programming that promotes inclusivity and holistic wellbeing.

Bre Russell

Bre (She/Her) is a yoga and mindfulness teacher based in Kitchener-Waterloo. For the past 2 years, Bre has taught a variety of Yoga, Mindfulness and Meditation classes through UW's Shoetag program, St. Paul's residence and faculty groups. Outside of teaching fitness at UW, Bre is an elementary teacher with the WRDSB combining mindfulness with day-to-day classroom activities for students.