Good Vibrations Reiki & More,LLC
Healing energy to balance the mind, body, and soul
Calm & Confidence Series
Emotional Regulation & Confidence Skills for Children (Ages 7-12)
In today's fast-paced world, many children feel overwhelmed by school demands, social pressures, and big emotions.
The Calm & Confidence Series is a structured, small-group program designed to help children learn practical tools for managing stress, building emotional awareness, and responding to challenges with confidence. Our small-group format allows for personalized support and adaptability for a wide range of personalities, ages, and learning styles.
Children today experience a lot of stimulation, pressure, and emotional overwhelm, yet many have never been taught simple tools to calm their bodies and understand their feelings. This small-group wellness program for children ages 7-12 introduces practical nervous system skills that help children build emotional awareness, confidence, and resilience.
Drawing on my background as an educator and Reiki Master Teacher, and developed in collaboration with an elementary teacher and a clinical professional counselor, the program blends breathing techniques, gentle movement, creative activities, and guided discussion to help children recognize their emotions and learn healthy ways to respond to stress.
Through storytelling, art, and hands-on experiences, children discover that calm and confidence are skills they can practice and strengthen over time.
This is not therapy. It is skill-building in a supportive structured environment.
What Children Will Learn
Each session integrates:
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Breathing techniques for calming the body
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Gentle yoga and movement for nervous system regulation
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Music and rhythm-based relaxation practices
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Nature-based grounding activities for improved focus
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Creative activities that reinforce emotional skills
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Guided discussions about emotions to build confidence and resilience
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Take-home tools to reinforce learning and use at home or school
What Families are Saying
Children don't just enjoy the experience ---- They begin using the tools in their everyday lives.
" I really liked the positive energy in the class."
~Age 10 participant
Children feel safe, supported, and comfortable being themselves.
"I still use the bookmark with the positive statements. It reminds me that I am caring, I am strong, and I am safe"
~Age 11 participant
Simple tools help children build confidence and emotional awareness.
" I love the self-hug picture, and I put it near my crystals to remind me to calm down when I need it."
~Age 8 participant
Children use the tools they create in class to regulate their emotions at home.
"The biggest change I noticed was that he knew how to use the tools to calm himself when he felt upset or angry."
~Parent
Children develop the ability to recognize their emotions and respond in healthy ways.
Is This Program Right for My Child?
This program may be especially supportive for children who:
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Feel emotions deeply
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Become overwhelmed easily
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Benefit from structured, nurturing environments
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Thrive in small groups
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Need practical tools for emotional regulation
The program is appropriate for children with a wide range of personalities and needs, whether or not they are receiving additional supports.
The Team Behind Calm & Confidence
Our program is supported by a team of dedicated facilitators with backgrounds in education, wellness, and healthcare, creating a safe, structured, and nurturing environment for every child.
Patricia Calandra, Lead Facilitator
Patricia Calandra is the founder of Good Vibrations Reiki & More and a retired educator with a lifelong passion for supporting children's emotional well-being and confidence. Drawing on her background in education and mindfulness-based practices, Patricia developed the Calm & Confidence Series to help children learn practical tools for calming their bodies, understanding their emotions, and building resilience.
The program incorporates ideas and activities developed collaboratively with fellow facilitators who share a commitment to creating a supportive and engaging environment for children.
Patricia's approach blends structured learning with creativity, movement, and reflection so children feel supported, capable, and empowered in a positive group setting.
Maria DeWeerdt
Second Grade Teacher with 24 years in CCSD, trained in trauma-informed practices, mindfulness (CALM), and mind-body medicine.
Bianca DeWeerdt, CPC
Clinical Professional Counselor who supports emotional awareness and healthy
coping skills for children
Diana Johngrass, RN
Retired nurse who brings a calm caring presence and a strong foundation in
child well-being and safety.
Tanya Stewart - Guest Facilitator for Music & Movement
Certified exercise therapist, nutritionist, and yoga instructor who integrates breathwork, sound meditation, and visualization to support emotional regulation, self-awareness,
resilience and health
2026 Session Details
Fall 2026--Calm & Confidence at the Y
As children settle into a new school year and fuller routines, Calm & Confidence offers a supportive space to slow down, build self-awareness, and practice simple tools for navigating stress, emotions, and everyday challenges.
September Discovery Classes:
A chance to discover Calm & Confidence through individual, hands-on experiences. Each class introduces children to practical calming and self-awareness tools through movement, exploration, creativity and play.
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Ages 7-12
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Group Size: 10-12 children maximum
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Format: Individual, discovery classes --Choose one or join us for all three
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Day & Time: Saturdays, 1:00-2:00 pm
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Location: Centennial Hills YMCA 6601 N. Buffalo LV, NV 89131
Sept. 12 ~ Body Detectives -- Discover how the body gives us clues about stress, emotions, and calm.
Sept. 19 ~ Sound & Vibration --Explore how sound, movement, and vibration can help the body reset.
Sept. 26 ~ Nature's Artist -- Discover calm by noticing the patterns, textures, sounds of the natural world.
October Series:
The October series offers a more connected, in-depth approach. Across four sessions, children explore a broader range of practical tools for emotional awareness, nervous system regulation, and confident responses to everyday challenges, with simple take-home resources that encourage continued practice beyond the classroom.
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Ages 7-12
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Group Size: 10-12 children maximum
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Format: Four-session series
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Day & Time: Saturdays, 1:00-2:30 pm
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Location: Centennial Hills YMCA 6601 N. Buffalo LV, NV 89131
Oct 3 ~ Body Awareness & Emotional Balance (includes a crystal)
Oct 10 ~Music & Movement for Calm (includes a sound bath)
Oct 17 ~Nature & Grounding (Includes painting & potting)
Oct 24 ~The Circle of Control (includes your personal toolkit of calm)
Previous Sessions
Spring 2026 Session
March 28-April 25,2026
Summer 2026 Session:
June 17-25, 2026
Enrollment is intentionally limited to preserve a calm
connected group environment.
FAQ
Parents often have a few questions when considering a new program for their child. Here are answers to some of the most common ones.
What ages is the program designed for?
The program is designed for children ages 7-12.
What will my child learn?
Children learn practical skills to help them calm their bodies, understand their emotions and build confidence in social and school environments. Activities include guided discussion, simple breathing and grounding techniques, and interactive exercises.
Is this therapy?
No. This is a skills-based educational program designed to help children develop emotional awareness and calming strategies in a supportive, group environment.
What type of child benefits most from this program?
This program is a great fit for children who feel emotions deeply, as well as those you may be more sensitive, thoughtful, or simply want to feel more confident and in control.
Some children join because they experience worry or overwhelm, while others come to build confidence, focus, and social comfort in a supportive small-group setting.
Children should be able to participate in a structured, small-group setting and communicate verbally with peers and instructors.
Is this program only for children who are struggling with anxiety or big emotions?
Not at all. While the program is very supportive for children who experience worry or big feelings, it's also designed for children who are simply looking to build confidence, feel more comfortable in social settings, or develop tools to stay calm and focused.
Many children join not because something is "wrong", but because they benefit from having simple, practical strategies they can use in everyday situations.
What if I'm unsure whether the program is a good fit for my child?
Parents are welcome to contact Patricia Before registering to discuss whether the program would be appropriate for their child.
What is the group size?
The group is intentionally small to ensure each child receives personal attention.
Do parents attend the sessions?
Sessions are designed for children only. Parents receive guidance on how to reinforce the skills at home.
Investment/ Registration
September Discovery Classes
$25.00/child, per class
$10.00 for each additional sibling
Choose one Discovery class or join us for all three.
Registration will be completed directly through The YMCA
Registration links coming soon.
October Calm & Confidence Series
Early Registration $170.00
Regular Registration $200.00
Early registration deadline and additional registration details coming soon.
Registration will be completed directly through The YMCA
Registration links coming soon.