Welcome to MATS, a group session that supports participants through Yoga and mental health strategies.
Check out our short overview video below!
Who is MATS for?
All ages
We run inter-generational sessions, welcoming participants from all ages, typically 16-65.
All genders
Our sessions are mixed gender, but this can be adapted to exclusively male or female participants.
Multilingual learners
Our sessions are designed to be as accessible as possible, using visual materials, practical demonstrations, and individual support with translation and comprehension if required.
What can participants expect?
Friendly
facilitators
We have 2 on our team for the session and they will welcome and support all participants, ensuring everyone feels comfortable before we begin.
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1st Hour -
Yoga session
Our fitness instructor will start with an entry-level Yoga session, covering basic positions and breathing - suitable for all levels of experience.
Followed by
mental health
Our mental health practitioner then leads the next stage, using interactive resources to explore practical, evidence-based strategies.
Privacy
Sessions will take place in a secure and private area.
Small groups
We try and keep groups to 8 participants in a given session.
Support
Our fitness instructors can adjust sessions to support prior injuries.
How can participants prepare?
Comfortable clothes
Participants should wear clothes that are comfortable for light exercise.
Towel/water
Participants may wish to bring a bottle of water and a towel for their comfort.
Equipment
We provide new Yoga mats and blocks for safe participation in program activities. These are provided to ensure compliance with WHS obligations. Without these resources, participants would be unable to safely undertake these activities or meet required safety standards. Accordingly, these items are not optional extras, incentives, or bundled add-ons, but essential equipment provided where appropriate to the participant’s individual needs. They are used as therapeutic tools to support engagement, emotional regulation, and employability outcomes and are directly linked to safe delivery and participation in the program’s development and work-readiness objectives.
MATS Participant Testimonials
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