mind•ful

adjective | 'mīn(d)-fel

Mindful Start offers fully insured and specialized Kids Mindfulness classes to schools, daycares, residences, and special events, for kids, infants, and families.

inclined to be aware

• inclined to be aware •

what are the benefits of mindful start?

• Decrease anxiety & stress
• Gain better focus & attention span
• Increase information retainment & concentration

• Improve strength, flexibility, & postural control
• Develop awareness of body in space
• Promote positive sleep quality

• Create new problem solving skills
• Boost self-confidence & safe forms of self expression
• Access understanding & responsiveness to emotions

• Encompass empathy & compassion
• Enhance relationships
• Improve communication skills

"Mindful Start brings joy, peace, happiness, and positive energy... and our students thoroughly enjoy the time they spend after school. We have been incredibly lucky to have Mindful Start at WNNS this past year and continue to be impressed by how their work with WNNS students affects them both in and outside of school. It is clear just how much Mindful Start students look forward to their weekly classes by the giant smiles on their faces, and we couldn't be happier to be able to provide such a beneficial after-school option to our families.”
- Bryce Linthicum
(Former Education Director, Williamsburg Neighborhood Nursery School)
"Can’t say enough good words about Miss Stav and her class. My son is taking the class every week for about 10 months since 3 and he’s made great progress on communication and many other things. We really appreciate Miss Stav. She’s nice, caring, fun, and understanding to kids, and speaks the language a kid would listen to. I’ve recommended her to all my friends and will be continually doing that.”

- Flora Chen

(Parent)
"Fabulous! I really appreciated the tangible practices Stav shared for identifying and naming emotions. And it is so powerful to understand the critical importance of recognizing the need to accept what is happening (even if you don’t like it).”
- Krista Lamoreaux
(Parent)
"WOW!
I just got off the "bedtime routine" workshop zoom call, and decided to try just 2 simple tips tonight -the night light color change from purplish/blue to orange/red and read her 1 more book, and my kid is asleep 1 hour earlier. Yup, I will be implementing a few more of the tips to make her sleep routine better! Thank you!”
- Carmen T
(Parent)
"This seminar was so valuable to me as a parent and an educator.
The new perspective on how brains work will not only help my interactions with my children but will also
allow me to give myself some grace! Thank you!”
- Karen Carty
(Teacher, Parent)
"My daughter raves about yoga
or "yogurt" all day after she gets to
do this class. I'm so happy she has
an outlet like this especially while we
are still doing a lot of social distancing.
She truly enjoys each one!"
- Andrea M
(Parent)
"I cannot begin to say how much my daughter looks forward to her time with Ms. Stav. My daughter is extremely hyper and Stav has such a gentle and fun way of engaging
her throughout the time."
- Christine M
(Parent)
“Stav teaches the right combination of brain research tips and mindfulness strategies to help adults and children understand their emotions and how to recognize, label, and cope, with anxiety! She is a gem and has helped so many of us during this difficult time.”
- Flo Terrill
(Judy Center Coordinator)
“A++. Stav is so knowledgeable about all children topics! I love hearing about the useful information she has to share. She is always so positive and kind. ❤️”
- Brittani Fahrman
(Judy Center Family Service Coordinator, Teacher, Parent)

Classes & Workshops

Learn more about Mindful Start and our available classes and workshops, both in-person and online!

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Oinky is our beloved Social Emotional Learning pig puppet! Through Oinky, Miss Stav teaches about feelings and Emotional Intelligence (EQ). Oinky’s favorite items (not including snacks) are now on sale!

SHOP OINKY

Stav is a first generation American who distinctly remembers what it was like to be a kid, with a lot of feelings and emotions. Stav teaches children what she had longed to know when she was a child— how to be calm, focused, and unafraid of the great big world!

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frequently asked questions

A: Mindful Start offers fully insured and specialized Kids Mindfulness classes to schools, daycares, residences, and special events, for kids, infants, and families. Kids Mindfulness is a healthy exercise and mind-body movement class, that teaches awareness, breathing, kindness, gratitude, patience, curiosity, sharing, and all feelings! Classes can be playful, silly, and active. All classes and workshops include kid-friendly yoga poses, breathing awareness tools, creative warm-ups and check-ins, focus activities, calming techniques, Social Emotional Learning, songs, and relaxing rest time. Mindful Start is -most of all- FUN!
A: Yes. All Mindful Start teachers are certified Kids Yoga instructors and fully insured.
A: Any age! Mindful Start classes are conducted based on child development- so it's never too early to start. Mindful Start has taken all of the things we know -and don't know- about the essence of adult yoga and put it into a language that kids understand, to which they can apply both on and off the mat. You'd be surprised how many times we hear that children of all ages go home and practice songs and poses they've learned in class, even if they've spent most of the class time just sitting and listening– that's also Mindfulness!
A: Attending a class weekly can have positive lasting outcomes on your child. We recommend a weekly or twice-weekly class, and at least a 3-5 week commitment, in order for your child to establish elements from class that can be applied without the instructor present. Consistency, especially for your child, is the best plan of action towards maintaining useful skills and clear results.
A: Not at the moment. To join our team, inquire, or learn more about one of our future openings, reach out to us via our contact page.