The FORT
Where Teens can Unwind, Connect, Belong and Thrive
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Sunday, November 10th, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Sterling Community Center,120 Enterprise St, Sterling, VA
For ages 12 - 18.
Online registration closes at 6pm on Friday. Walk-ins accepted for past participants only. New participants must register online before attending.
The FORT experience
The FORT is a safe, healing, community space for young people in middle and high school to find connection, make friends, be themselves without pressure, and participate in fun, experiential workshops and activities that help them deal with the stresses of everyday life.
In addition to games, brief group discussions and free activity time, all participants will engage in two workshops that vary each time they attend the FORT, exploring expressive arts, mindfulness, nature or animal assisted therapy, and movement/physical activity.
All workshops are designed specifically to focus on building resilience through positive messaging and holistic experiences that allow participants to learn new tools and strategies that can be used in moments of heightened anxiety, stress or sadness.
November 10th workshops:
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Exploring Gratitude: A Movement Adventure
Are you ready to express your gratitude in a fun and unique way? Join us for this exciting workshop where you'll explore the power of movement to cultivate a positive mindset. Through drawing and creative dance activities, you'll learn how to express your appreciation for the good things in your life. Get ready to move your body, boost your mood, and discover the joy of gratitude!
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Pause for Paws: A Gratitude Workshop
Strengthen your bond with furry friends through fun, interactive activities that celebrate the joy and gratitude dogs bring to our lives. Learn practical techniques to deepen your connection while having a tail-wagging good time together.
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Weaving Together My Gratitudes
Need a chill creative break? Join us to make something meaningful. You'll learn how to weave (it's easier than you think!) and turn your thoughts about what matters most to you into a unique piece of art. No experience needed, and no pressure. Just a relaxed space to create something that's your own.