Alexander Technique with Katie Fittipaldi
March 11th, 2019 (6:30pm - 8:30pm)

Developed by F. M. Alexander, the Alexander Technique is an educational method used worldwide for over 100 years. By teaching how to change faulty postural habits, it enables improved mobility, posture, performance and alertness along with relief of chronic stiffness, tension and stress. Are you looking for more EASE in your life? Please join us for a spirited and interactive introductory workshop where you will learn about the core principles of the Alexander Technique and how to apply Alexander Technique to any moment (including parenting!).

The workshop will be lead by certified Alexander Technique teacher, Katie Fittipaldi, AmSAT. Katie received her Master’s degree in Classical String Performance from the Irish World Music Centre, University of Limerick, Ireland; and her Bachelor of Music degree from Ithaca College. Katie graduated from the Alexander Alliance School in Philadelphia and completed the training requirements to become a member of AmSAT through Alexander Technique of Syracuse. Since moving to Rochester in 2003, Katie has had a full studio of cello students and has taught Alexander Technique lessons and workshops to many groups. Katie is delighted to work with anyone interested in Alexander Technique and has a special interest in teaching the technique to children. For more information about Katie please visit: www.alexandertechniquerochester.com

Peaceful Parenting Masterclass with Irene McKenna
February 11th, 2019 (6:30pm - 8:30pm)

If you consider that you're child's not giving you a hard time, they're having a hard time, what becomes possible? The path to a happier and more peaceful family begins with understanding your child and yourself. Join Mindful Parenting Coach, Irene McKenna, for a candid discussion on why we yell and lose our cool, what shifting the traditional parenting paradigm away from controlling a child and a 5 step process to navigating challenge with confidence. Peace in Parenting is 100% possible and Irene will share with you both the reasons why this seems impossible at times and the steps to begin to take to be the mom you envision being. It's time to be the parent you want to be and the parent your child needs you to be so that you and your child thrive.

Irene is a certified peaceful parenting coach and mindful parenting educator. With a background in Physical Therapy, she felt the call for a new path as she struggled to find her feet with two little boys. She is a certified holistic health coach and transformation coach but found her true calling and passion as a parenting coach. "I want to celebrate each mom as they are today, while providing the support, tools and inspiration to become the mom they envision being." She is the host of the private Facebook Community, The Moms Hive, and look for a podcast of the same name launching in the new year. She gets her daily inspiration from her two boys and has witnessed and embraced the transformation that has happened in her own family by changing her approach to parenting. https://www.irenemckennacoaching.com/