Mindfulness and Meditation in Spain

Tools for teacher and student well-being.

Join our 7-day immersive course in Spain, designed to help educators cultivate a calm, happy, and successful classroom culture. Set in an inspiring Mediterranean environment, this course highlights mindfulness, meditation, and practical techniques to build focus, empathy, and resilience, empowering both teachers and students to foster balanced, inclusive learning environments.

Mindfulness and meditation are essential tools for enhancing well-being, revitalising teachers, and fostering inclusion in classrooms and communities. In this course, you will gain hands-on experience with scientifically-backed mindfulness practices while enjoying Alicante’s vibrant culture and calming Mediterranean setting. Through guided mindfulness walks, body scans, and relaxation exercises, you'll explore activities tailored to fit into busy teaching schedules, benefiting both educators and students.

Experience how focusing on the process rather than the result deepens satisfaction, concentration, and connection for all. Drawing inspiration from holistic educational approaches, this course integrates outdoor activities, digital tools, and inclusive strategies, offering practical methods to revitalise teaching and well-being for your school community.

Learning objectives:

• Inclusion: Tailored mindfulness techniques ensure accessibility and adaptability for diverse classroom needs.
• Active participation in society: Empower educators and students to develop emotional intelligence and resilience for active roles in their communities.
• Outdoor mindfulness: Integrate mindfulness practices with outdoor activities to promote environmental awareness, eco-conscious choices, and sustainable well-being habits.
• Democracy: Encourage active participation, mutual respect, and collaborative decision-making in educational settings.
• Digital Development: Integrate digital tools for mindfulness, enhancing engagement and accessibility.

Methodology & Assessment:

• Workshops and practical sessions: Participate in practical sessions focused on mindfulness exercises like mindful meditations, mindful walking, breathing techniques and gratitude practices.

• The science of mindfulness: Interactive presentations of the research behind mindfulness and calming activities, exploring how they enhance learning and support emotional well-being.
  

• Field-based learning: Experience mindfulness in nature with outdoor meditations and reflective exercises in inspiring Alicante coastal locations.
  

• Collaborative projects: Engage in group discussions, sharing successful practices, and networking with fellow teachers to build a supportive, international community focused on democratic values and inclusion.
  

• Reflection and vision planning: Craft a personalised vision and action plan to incorporate mindfulness, sustainability, and digital tools into your classroom, setting realistic and actionable goals for immediate implementation.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR PROFESSIONALS ACROSS THE EDUCATION SECTOR:

This course offers learning opportunities for teachers and school staff across the education sector including: Preschool; Primary; Secondary; Adult education; Special Needs; Teaching assistants; School management; Vocational education; Higher education; and Student teachers.

AS PART OF THE COURSE WE ALSO PROVIDE:

• Course material
• Morning refreshments   
• Cultural evening                                                                                                                                                           
• A walking tour of Santa Barbara castle, Alicante
• A local trip to the beautiful village of Altea   
• Certificate of attendance

ACCOMMODATION:

Don’t miss out on our STPM discount at our course hotel in Alicante. We chose this hotel for its fantastic location: just 5 minutes from the beach, close to the old town and neighbouring the famous Santa Barbara Castle. This is an exclusive offer for our participants and their families only.

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