She Can Move! Is a program designed for girls and gender diverse youth to explore movement in a fun, supportive, and body-positive environment. Through engaging and accessible activities, participants are encouraged to move their bodies, build confidence, and develop habits for lifelong health.
Each week introduces a different style of movement such as dance styles, yoga, and other high-energy games. The program activities will be based on the group’s strengths and capabilities.
The program is designed to create a welcoming space where participants can move freely, laugh, and express themselves without pressure or judgment. By combining active movement with moments of relaxation and reflection, She Can Move! supports participants in connecting physical activity with overall well-being.
Learning Focuses:
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Health & Wellness: Discussions and activities on fueling your body and why nutrition is important for good mental health. Participants will learn about foods that provide their bodies with nutrients that their body needs.
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Physical Activity: Participants will get moving in fun and engaging games to promote good mental health. Through dance, stretches and other types of movement, participants will learn how physical activity is vital for their overall health.
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Mindfulness: Through activities of being mindful, participants will learn to listen to the needs of their body and learn to be aware of their surroundings and environment.
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Body Positivity: Through movement, discussions and learning to take care of themselves, participants will discuss how to accept themselves as they are. Participants will learn to focus on their body’s capabilities rather than comparing themselves to others.