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Grateful Aging with Kristeen

Community Organizations and Groups

Your people.
Your community.
A place to belong.

Accessible yoga, mindfulness and meaningful experiences for the people you support.

Bring your community together through a program that makes room for different abilities, interests and ways of participating.

Kristeen Sopeju, gerontology specialist and yoga and mindfulness educator

Grateful Aging with Kristeen™ · Thoughtful programs. Human connection.

ACCESSIBLE MOVEMENTMINDFULNESS AND GRATITUDEINDIVIDUAL CHOICECONNECTION IN COMMUNITY
More than an activity on a calendar

A program that considers
the people in the room.

You know your community. I bring experience, care and a flexible approach. Together, we can create something that feels welcoming and meaningful.

Whether you are planning a single workshop or exploring regular sessions, we begin with the interests, needs and experiences of your group.

Community organizationsDisability support organizationsRetirement communitiesWorkplace and community groups
Choose a starting point

Four ways to bring
your people together.

01 · Move together

Accessible Yoga
and Chair Yoga

Welcoming movement with options for participation. A chair, a mat or a combination can help create a practice that suits your setting and the people taking part.

For groups looking for adaptable movement, breathing and connection.

02 · Make room to pause

Mindfulness
and Breathing

Guided opportunities to slow down, notice and reconnect. Practices can include breathing, gentle movement and moments of quiet reflection.

For groups seeking time to pause and practise together.

03 · Everyone has a place

Adaptive Yoga

Yoga that meets you where you are, with movement, breathing and mindfulness adapted for different physical, sensory and cognitive abilities.

Options may include a chair or wheelchair, standing with support, or using a mat.

04 · Learn and connect

Speaking
and Workshops

Thoughtful conversations and guided experiences centred on gratitude, intention, mindfulness and aging. We choose a focus that is relevant to your audience.

For community events, team gatherings and learning opportunities.

Explore speaking topics
Selected speaking engagements and presentations

Ideas that invite
reflection and action.

I have delivered many presentations and workshops. These are a few examples of the conversations I bring to organizations and groups.

From navigating change to considering the impact we have on others, my sessions create space to reflect, share experiences and explore practical next steps.

Kristeen speaking with a microphone to participants seated at tables at Spark
Kristeen speaking at Spark.
Featured engagement · Spark

Connection begins
in the room.

A moment from my speaking engagement at Spark. I value the opportunity to bring people together, share ideas and make space for reflection.

Discuss your next event
Motivation · Halton Resource

Motivation Check In
and Checklist

A presentation and checklist centred on motivation, with space to pause and consider what helps us move forward.

Mindfulness · Halton Resource

Mindfulness
and Meditation

An introduction to mindfulness and meditation, bringing these practices into a shared learning experience.

Change · Adaptability · Growth

Thriving through Change

Adapting and Growing through Challenges

A one hour workshop exploring how we respond to change in our personal and professional lives. Participants consider a growth mindset, adaptability and resilience through discussion and practical reflection.

Explore the session
  • View change as an opportunity for learning.
  • Explore ways to navigate uncertainty and ambiguity.
  • Consider how to respond to setbacks and keep moving forward.
  • Discuss ideas and identify practical next steps.
Generativity · Purpose · Contribution

Creating a
Meaningful Legacy

How Generativity Shapes Our Future

A presentation about the impact we have through our relationships, work and everyday choices. We explore generativity, the difference between contribution and legacy, and the ways we can support those who come after us.

Explore the session
  • Reflect on the values that guide our choices.
  • Consider the contribution we want to make.
  • Explore mentoring, learning and generativity at work.
  • Identify ways to create meaning and connection in community.
Available for group bookings

Ten topics to bring
to your community.

These are ten selected topics from my courses and programs. You can enquire about a booking now, ahead of their online release. Let us discuss the topic, format and approach that would suit your group.

  1. Nurturing Well Being Through Mindfulness
  2. The Journaling Path
  3. The Art of Mindful Living: Transforming Daily Habits
  4. Come Breathe with Me
  5. The Connection Between Joy, Gratitude and Aging Well
  6. Thriving through Change
  7. Creating a Meaningful Legacy
  8. Motivational Checklist and Check In
  9. Working with Anxiety
  10. The Positive Mindset

Corporate workshops from $500 CAD plus applicable taxes. Explore formats and pricing ↓

Enquire about a topic

A conversation for your audience.

Planning a conference, team learning session or community event? Tell me about your audience, the theme and what you hope people will take away.

Invite Kristeen to speak
Corporate workshops and speaking

Choose a topic.
Let us shape the experience.

Bring meaningful learning to your team. Explore the topics above, then tell me about your audience and the event you have in mind.

Connect from wherever you are

Virtual Workshop

From $500 CAD

Plus applicable taxes · 60 minutes · Up to 30 participants

A live, facilitated workshop with space for reflection and discussion.

Discuss a virtual workshop
Bring your people into the room

In Person Workshop

From $650 CAD

Plus applicable taxes · 60 minutes · Up to 30 participants

A shared learning experience shaped around your team and setting.

Plan an in person workshop

A thoughtful experience,
from planning to delivery.

Starting fees include a planning conversation, light customization of an existing topic, live delivery and a digital handout.

For larger audiences, conferences, longer sessions or a series, request a tailored proposal. Substantial customization, recording rights and travel outside the local area are quoted separately.

These starting fees apply to corporate workshops. Community program and nonprofit enquiries are quoted separately.

Request a tailored proposal
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Choice is part of the practice

Different abilities.
Shared belonging.

Participation can look different for each person. I offer options, make room for questions and adapt the experience as I learn about your group.

My approach is trauma informed and grounded in respect. There is space to take part, pause or choose another option.

Explore my adaptive approach
“For seven years, I have had the honour of teaching individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It has been the greatest honour of my life.”

Kristeen Sopeju

A clear process from the beginning

Let us make planning
a little easier.

01

Tell me about your group.

Share who will be attending, your location, preferred timing and what you hope the experience will offer.

02

Shape the experience.

We discuss the focus, accessibility considerations, space and equipment, along with format and fees.

03

Bring your people together.

Once the details are agreed, you will know what to expect and what your group needs before we begin.

Experience in community

Care. Knowledge.
Meaningful relationships.

I have shared yoga and mindfulness with organizations including Community Living Oakville and Community Living North Halton.

“She leads our group yoga session but always takes care of you individually.”
Madhu Mittal · Client
Your facilitator

Kristeen Sopeju

Gerontology Specialist
Yoga and Mindfulness Educator

I bring an Honours Bachelor of Arts with a Specialization in Gerontology, a postgraduate certificate in Addictions and Mental Health, and years of teaching and learning alongside my clients.

I care about creating experiences where people feel welcomed, respected and able to participate in their own way.

Honours BA · GerontologyERYT 200YACEP
Kristeen smiling with her hands over her heart
Before we begin

Your planning
questions, answered.

Can you tailor the program to our group?

Yes. We discuss your audience, goals, setting and accessibility considerations before deciding on the approach.

Can participants remain seated?

Yes. Seated options can be included. Let me know about your group and the available space so we can plan appropriately.

Do you offer a single session or ongoing programs?

We can discuss a single event or regular sessions, depending on your needs and availability.

What should we include in our enquiry?

Your organization name, group size, location, preferred dates, program interests and any accessibility considerations are a helpful starting point.

How are fees determined?

Corporate workshops start at $500 CAD for a 60 minute virtual session or $650 CAD for a 60 minute in person session, plus applicable taxes, for up to 30 participants. Community programs, larger events and extended sessions are quoted according to scope. We agree on the details and fees before you confirm a booking.

A meaningful experience begins with a conversation

What could we create
for your community?

Tell me about your people and what you have in mind. We can explore the right next step together.

Grateful Aging with Kristeen™ · Age intentionally, with purpose and gratitude.