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Avalon has wellness resources for you, your family, home and workplace.

Avalon Wellness Centre offers a wide varity of groups, courses, workshops, retreats and other events. This list has been developed to describe programs that are ongoing or offered frequently through the year. Please call us for more information regarding specific dates, registration deadlines, and fees.

Anger Management

Anger is an emotion with which many people struggle, some cannot express anger and others regret their expression of it. This course teaches anger management skills to those who wish to handle anger in a healthy way. Participants can self refer and we also take referrals from lawyers, doctors, employers, and probation officers. Classes meet one evening per week for 10 to 12 weeks. Facilitated by Donna Buell.

Aromatherapy

Explore the healing properties of essential oils. Create your own blend of massage oil and body cream. This two hour workshop is offered by Marie-Anne Chabot.

Assertive Communication

Learn the skills of representing yourself in an assertive manner and coping with challenges to communicating effectively. Identify your personal style of communication and practice new techniques. This 10 hour course is provided in an evening and full day format. Facilitated by Donna Buell.

Chi Kung Classes

Chi Kung, the ancient Chinese practice of graceful movements and postures, aims to correct imbalances stored in the body. It can improve general health, enhance your immune system, decrease pain and anxiety and increase vitality. Ongoing classes facilitated by Jan Brown-Graff and Deboarah Cameron.

Reflexology

Have fun and learn while giving and getting reflexology. Roll up your sleeves and your pant legs! This two hour workshop is facilitated by Marie-Anne Chabot.

Vision Questing to the Drum

Using the drum as an escort on the spiritual journey is an ancient practice of many original cultures. Experience the power of meditation to the drum beat as a personal vision quest. This form of meditation can benefit spiritual growth, healing and retrieval of personal wisdom. Held monthly and facilitated by Sandra McCarthy.

When Hormones Collide

A four week group for women living with the challenges of mothering a teenage daughter. Join us for support, shared experience, coping techniques and strategies. This group is facilitated by Donna Buell.

 

** Retreat Opportunities **

A retreat experience is often a time to reenergize the body, mind and soul connection. A time to be apart from daily routine and distraction and dedicate time and attention to our own lives. Avalon offers retreats in a variety of formats, both at our Centre and in retreat spaces in beautiful settings near Barrie. Enquire about the possibility of attending a retreat of your choice.