Play with a Purpose:

empowering human💜kindness

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We create trauma informed opportunities to practice social-emotional skills during recreation, fitness, yoga, and interpersonal activities.

As a result of our work, kids are better equipped to handle challenges so they can thrive in their everyday lives.

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What we offer

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4-Session Series

90 minute sessions packed with activities for community-building, physical + emotional well-being, and fun!

Custom Programming

Let's create an ongoing program tailored to the specific goals + needs of the young people you serve.

We create a community where...

cultivating awareness + understanding of their physical well-being is valued, taught and encouraged

kids' unique ideas, backgrounds and perspectives are valued + respected – fueling connection, compassion + belonging

kids have some fun along the way!

cultivating an awareness + understanding of their mental/emotional well-being is valued, taught and encouraged – the recipe for self regulation + choosing their response

...at-risk kids are better able to handle challenges + thrive!

We make learning hard things fun!

What we learn:

Mindfulness Practice

Emotional Intelligences

Empathy

Choosing Our Perspective

Body Awareness

Personality Typing

Life Skills

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Community Building

Nonviolent Conflict Resolution

Active Listening

Leadership

Consensus Building

Compassion Building

"I" Communication

How we learn it:

Interpersonal Games, Activities, Experiences

Yoga

Obstacle Courses

Field Games

Team Building Activities

Breath Work

This way, any kid can learn these vital life skills even if linguistics + sitting still aren't their strong suit!

Current Community Partners

Division of Student Programs and Services Alternative Education

Active Member:

RCOE Alternative Education Wellness Committee 2022-2023

What folks are saying

At one of the lowest points of my life, Nicolette was there to help me find my feet. Thank you for teaching me and equipping me to cope, and thanks for always being willing to listen.

Sean K | Beaumont, CA

Nicolette's approach is very effective, beautifully thought out and emotionally capturing.

Corie K | Yucaipa, CA

Nicolette's heart shines through as she leads our kids through her practices.

Heather M | Calimesa, CA

Nicolette has been an asset to our organization! Her ability to cultivate such a positive environment and work alongside kids is cherished by her students, other instructors and parents. Students are excited to attend her classes as she has the ability to connect with them by identifying and utilizing their uniqueness while providing them with tools and strategies to handle the many stresses of life.

Jennifer A | Grand Terrace, CA

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Hi! I'm Nicolette!

Founder + Primary Instructor

Life can be hard.

The kids I serve know that first-hand.

Believing there was more that could be done for these deserving young people, I dove head-first into research + training.

I integrated these tools + trainings with my background in fitness and working with kids to create a program to ease suffering + have some fun along the way.

It's an honor to serve. If this mission resonates with you, I'd love to discuss the possibilities of collaboration. Send me a quick message below and we'll chat soon.