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Overview

    Rise Up Kids Yoga & OT introduces a very special set of wellness based events to celebrate National Children’s Week 2023.

    The FLOW & GROW Parent and Child Mini Retreats!

    This 2 and a half hour indoor daytime 'Mini Retreat' for 7 to 12 year olds, run by an highly experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist and Accredited Children's Yoga Teacher, will work on building connection between you and your child through a wonderful range of 'Meaningful Fun' activities.

    Activities include and focus on:
    • connection games,
    • laughter,
    • relaxation,
    • breath-work,
    • heartfelt reflections,
    • afternoon tea
    and of course – YOGA!

    This time together will truly nourish each others souls and help them to FLOW & GROW together.

    If your child is aged 7 to 12 years old then please book a place at this retreat (numbers are listed to just 8 pairs) to join us at the Yoga Freedom Studio in Avondale Heights on Sunday October 22 from 1.00pm to 3.30pm for an amazing morning of real connection and fun.
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    FAQ
    • Parents, you don't need to have any yoga experience and/or be flexible to do this retreat, but you do need to be playful, curious and open to fun! *
    • All mats, yoga props, wholesome food, art materials and a small gift are included in the cost and provided.
    • As the focus of the retreat is on one-on-one connection, only one child per adult.
    • Retreat cost includes both parent and child. Tickets are LIMITED to 8 pairs. Purchase ONE TICKET ONLY. The ticket fee includes BOTH CHILD AND ADULT (please ignore that it says per person at checkout). Put your child details as attending and your details as the parent.

    *Please note: The yoga movements in the retreat are aimed to be gentle and not too strenuous on your body. However, it is a physical activity so please be mindful of your movements during the session and work within your limits. Please also aware of any physical, medical (eg, blood pressure, chest pains etc) or mental conditions that may pose a risk to your or your child's health and safety and if necessary, seek medical advice before booking this session. Feel free to contact me and to discuss this if you have any questions or concerns.

Vincent Ln, Avondale Heights VIC 3034, Australia

7 - 12 years old

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Vincent Ln, Avondale Heights VIC 3034, Australia

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Rise Up Kids Yoga & OT

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Welcome to Rise Up Kids Yoga & OT (aka RUKYOT!).


This service aims to assist young people to learn skills that can help to help them deal with everyday moments in life and have fun all at the same time!


Rise Up Kids Yoga & OT run yoga programs and classes that teach healthy lifestyle habits and overall wellbeing through the mindful activity of Yoga, Yoga Therapy, breath work and other emotional regulation strategies.


RUKYOT practices values of 'Meaningful Fun' and 'Wellbeing'. When people have fun, feel safe and comfortable, they become curious, explore and learn. When people can apply their learnings, well researched and effective skills and strategies to help themselves, it's has a positive affect on their overall wellbeing.


Meaningful Fun =Learning = Wellbeing = Empowerment


Rise Up Kids Yoga is delivered by accredited and certified Children’s Yoga Teacher and highly experienced children’s Occupational Therapist Michelle Roberts.


Michelle has over 20 years of clinical experience as a Paediatric Occupational Therapist and extensive knowledge and experience in child development and engaging children in activities. She is skilled in the design, implementation and adaptation of age appropriate activities that target and build children and teens physical, social, emotional, cognitive and overall wellbeing.


Michelle looks forward to sharing her knowledge and skills to create meaningful fun and important learning opportunities for your child to help guide them the ups and downs in life.

“Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass, it's about learning to dance in the rain.” Sometimes we can't avoid the puddles left by the storms, we need to go through them, so why not dance or do yoga in them?! :)


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Ruby P

Mr 5 really enjoyed the class He enjoyed doing the "Snow Fight" and would love to do it again!

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Thanks for your lovely feedback Ruby. He was a delight to have in the class. I loved his openness and eagerness to have a go at everything and such great focus!

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Ayla S

Loved it. My 5 year old son is eagerly waiting for the next class.

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Thanks so much for your feedback. I'm glad he enjoyed himself and I look forward to seeing him next time! :)

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Erica B

My son really enjoyed the class. A nice little activity!

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Thanks Erica for your feedback. I'm glad he enjoyed the class, he was a delight to teach!

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Olivia H

The class today was beautiful. So well thought out and put together. Michelle was so lovely, so gentle and kind with the children.

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Thanks so much for your kind words Olivia. Yes, I can add you to my database to advise when we have upcoming classes. I look forward to seeing you both again soon in term 3!

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Kimberly B

Our 4 yr old had a great time participating in this class. He enjoyed the sensory based activities and lots to talk about on the way home! Thank you Michelle for a very considered holiday activity :)

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Thanks Kimberly. I loved seeing him outside of kinder - it was so lovely to see him at a holiday program! Glad that he enjoyed himself and on this occasion, got to experience a longer class (than the ...

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Lisa K

My daughter is 11 and has really enjoyed the Friday Yoga sessions. She's been several times now and has really helped with her anxiety and self confidence. Michelle is an expert and I completely trust...

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Thanks Lisa for your kind words. I really loved seeing the tweens grow in confidence in their yoga skills and social interactions across the program but also own their strengths and individuality and ...

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Joely C

Would highly recommend Michelle as a yoga teacher for kids. My son loved the groups - especially the relaxation at the end, which is so unusual for him!

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Thanks Joely! It's been a delight having your son engage in the FGF groups and holiday programs!

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Carolyn T

Brilliant day. A lovely group of people and the parents and the kids enjoyed the activities. There was mindfulness, movement and connection and it all felt wonderful.

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Thanks Carolyn. It was a special day. I loved seeing all the kids sharing heart warning moments together across the variety of activities that we did.

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Claire G

A lovely, kind and nurturing space, perfect for connection, relaxation and fun. Thank you Michelle and team for creating such a welcoming space. We loved everything from the crafts, to yoga, to massag...

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Thanks Claire for your kind and beautiful words. It makes my heart melt and I just love to be able to create these occasions for families. Thanks so much for coming and being part of it.

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Joely C

My son had “fun”!! Which is high praise from him.

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