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Yoga Instructor
When We Need You
From 08/12/2011 to 08/03/2012
About Opportunity
The Altogether Better project aims to promote health and well-being using a holistic approach by providing a range of activities for families including walks, dance, relaxation, and complementary therapies. This opportunity would suit a trained yoga instructor who is interested in gaining experience in teaching yoga to a class of parents and children. The classes are run weekly and are based in local schools and community centres. They take place after school during term time and last for 45 mins – 1hr. The instructor would be expected to prepare a programme and deliver it with support from a member of staff.
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About Altogether Better (Health in Mind)
The Altogether Better Project aims to promote and support community health and well-being in the South Edinburgh area for parents and carers of children under 18 years. We aim to support families who are isolated and who may need help coping with the stresses of being part of a family. The project is managed by South Edinburgh Healthy Living Initiative, which is part of Health in Mind, a voluntary organisation whose principle purpose is to promote the health and well-being of people who experience mental health difficulties.
Skills & Experience
Qualification in yoga instruction or to be working towards one is essential. Experience of working with parents and children desirable. Good communicator, reliable and approachable.
Travel Details
In schools/community centres in the South Edinburgh area. SEHLI Unit 2 Block B Gracemount Business Pavilions Captains Road Edinburgh Accessible by bus 7, 11,18(see Lothian Buses)
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Interview, Other, Police Check, References
Training and Induction Details
Health in Mind induction and ongoing in-house training sessions are available to all volunteers as well as training specific to the role.
Work Type
Sports / Outdoor activities
Client Group
Families
Expenses Detail
Expenses paid when submitted.
Accessibility Details
No Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
1-2 hours per week
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers Required
1
Reference Code
26-2991
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
Gracemount Youth and Community Centre
47 Gracemount House Drive
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
EH16 6FD
Contact: Jane Davidson
Tel: 0131 664 0555
Email: janedavidson@health-in-mind.or...
