| What
does G.R.A.C.E stand for?
Gratitude, Responsibility, Acceptance, Compassion, and Expression
What
is it?
G.R.A.C.E: Empowerment Camps For Girls are
events designed to teach young girls to build a strong
sense of self and what it means to have choice
and take responsibility
for one's self.
Each event is
hands-on, creative, and experiential - where each girl will be challenged
in a compassionate yet assertive way. They will learn and practice
how to accept themselves and accept
others.
What
is the format?
The format varies - based on the needs of your group. You can choose
from our menu to create your own G.R.A.C.E.
Empowerment event - ranging from one - four hours. This will depend
on the size and age range of your group.
We require a
minimum of eight girls per group. There are some times exceptions
made for the size of the group, and the time range.
What
is the curriculum?
The curriculum
for each age group is based on their physical, mental, and emotional
development. Activities are designed specifically to touch upon
the challenges that usually come with that growth period.
Each age group will learn and practice the concepts of G.R.A.C.E*
using holistic exercises in the mind and body.
Where
is it located?
We bring the group to you - to the location of your choice. We do
have a small room available that can fit 12-15 girls.
Are
there age requirements?
The minimum
age we will work with is seven. It is at this age where studies
have shown the brain to be completely developed.
*©
2007 Optimum Chi
What
are the goals of the G.R.A.C.E Empowerment Camps?
The overall goal of each event is for each girl to have the
opportunity to break through insecurities and fears they experience
within themselves, as well as with their peers, keeping their particular
age group in mind.
Another goal
is to learn tools and methods to help them to draw conclusions,
make decisions, and take actions based on confidence and inner strength.
These tools and methods will teach awareness of the body and mind.
In the different
G.R.A.C.E. events, they will:
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Learn
and practice the concepts of G.R.A.C.E (Gratitude, Responsibility,
Acceptance, Compassion, and Expression)
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Learn and practice ways to accept themselves, and others
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Learn practical and logical ways to take care of themselves physically,
mentally, emotionally, and socially
- Gain a stronger sense of self (self-confidence) and personal power
- Learn what it means to have choice
- Learn what it means to take responsibility and care for one's
self
- Gain communication skills
- Learn what it means to set boundaries and how to do it
- Experience & learn holistic (body/mind) exercises to help to calm
and soothe them when they feel imbalanced in any way: frustrated,
hurt, scared, etc.
- Interact with their peers
- Learn what it means to be humble
- Get an opportunity to talk about any problems they may be having
- Recieve feedback and guidance from a Licensed Marriage & Family
Therapist and a Holistic Health Practitioner
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Will
the G.R.A.C.E. Empowerment Camps be helpful?
THE
ANSWER IS ALWAYS YES. It
is amazing to have an opportunity to learn at a younger age about
Gratitude, Responsibility, Acceptance, Compassion, and Expression.
G.R.A.C.E.
is empowering for a girl who:
- Has moments where she feels insecure
- Has challenges interacting socially
- Expresses doubt in herself
- Has any body issues
- Compares herself to other girls
- Is starting to show an interest in boys
- Puts herself down
- Is challenged in standing up for herself
- Is challenged in communication
- Has any anger issues
- Finds it hard to know what she wants and needs, and
- Is challenged in expressing her thoughts, feelings, wants, and/or
needs
Also,
specifically for Age 10-15:
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Is beginning puberty or pre-pubescent
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Is starting to want to talk about and/or experience more "mature"
things: like boys, sex, parties, etc.
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Is starting to rebel against authority - parents, teachers, rules,
laws, etc
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email
or call (760) 803-3600 or (858) 688-1903
for more information
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