Learn with Us
At Wellchild Niagara, we believe that when adults feel supported, children flourish.
Our learning offerings provide simple, evidence-informed tools that strengthen children’s emotional wellbeing, creativity, connection, and confidence—at home, in classrooms, and in community spaces.
For families, caregivers, educators & child-serving community members
Our signature training for anyone supporting children ages 3–12
Custom PD for educators, childcare teams, recreation staff & community organizations
Workshops
Our seasonal workshops offer practical, inclusive learning for anyone supporting children—at home, in classrooms, or in community spaces. Each session blends mindfulness, child development, nature-based practices, and real-life strategies that help families and professionals feel confident and connected.
Workshop themes include:
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Mindful parenting & caregiving
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Child development & emotional wellbeing
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Mindfulness at home and school
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Nature-based learning
Whether you're looking to strengthen family routines, better understand children’s needs, or bring more calm and connection into daily life, our workshops provide simple tools you can use right away.
MindfulKids Training
MindfulKids is our signature training program designed for educators, parents, caregivers, and child-serving professionals who want to introduce mindfulness to children in developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and deeply supportive ways.
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Created by our Founder and Executive Director, Rachelle Gibbs (RECE & Trauma-Informed Child & Youth Yoga Teacher), this training blends neuroscience, child development, emotional regulation, and nature-based mindfulness into a practical, accessible learning experience.
Participants learn how to:
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Teach child-friendly mindfulness in ways that feel safe, playful & effective
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Support regulation using evidence-based, brain-aligned strategies
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Integrate mindfulness into home routines, classrooms & community programs
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Create emotionally safe, inclusive spaces using trauma-informed approaches
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Use nature and movement as tools for calm, connection & resilience
This annual training is perfect for anyone wanting to nurture children’s wellbeing while strengthening their own confidence and craft.
Professional Development
We offer professional development that supports the wellbeing of children—and the educators, staff, and leaders who care for them.
Our sessions blend research, theory, and hands-on learning to equip teams with practical, compassionate tools they can use right away.
Whether you’re an early years program, school, childcare centre, recreation team, or community agency, our workshops are flexible, engaging, and tailored to your team’s needs.
Our Featured Workshops Include:
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Mindfulness in Motion: Integrating SEL into after-school programs through mindful movement and play
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Pause–Breathe–Reflect: Creating calming, regulation-supportive spaces for children
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Mindful Compassion: Supporting children through grief with presence, attunement, and developmentally-appropriate strategies
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Seasons of the Self: A nature-based mindfulness series designed to support educator wellbeing and resilience
We also offer customizable PD, designed in collaboration with your team.
All workshops are facilitated by Rachelle Gibbs, RECE, Child & Youth Yoga and Meditation Teacher, and experienced educator with over two decades in early childhood education, family support, educator mentorship, and nature-based learning