Physical Wellbeing

Welcome to
MATS

Yoga and mental health strategies

Who is MATS for?

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    All ages

    We run inter-generational sessions, welcoming participants of all ages — typically 16–65.

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    All genders

    Our sessions are mixed gender, but this can be adapted to exclusively male or female participants.

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    Multilingual learners

    Our sessions are designed to be as accessible as possible, using visual materials, practical demonstrations, and individual support with translation and comprehension where required.

What can participants expect?

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    Friendly facilitators

    We have two facilitators on our team for each session. They welcome and support all participants, ensuring everyone feels comfortable before we begin.

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    1st hour — Yoga session

    Our fitness instructor starts with an entry-level Yoga session covering basic positions and breathing — suitable for all levels of experience.

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    Followed by mental health

    Our mental health practitioner then leads the next stage, using interactive resources to explore practical, evidence-based strategies.

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    Privacy

    Sessions take place in a secure and private area.

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    Small groups

    We try to keep groups to around 8 participants in a given session.

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    Support

    Our fitness instructors can adjust sessions to support prior injuries.

How can participants prepare?

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    Comfortable clothes

    Wear clothes that are comfortable for light exercise.

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    Towel & water

    You may wish to bring a bottle of water and a towel for your comfort.

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    Equipment

    We provide new Yoga mats and blocks for safe participation in program activities, 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 each 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.

Resources

  • Printable flyer
    Access a printable A4 flyer to support marketing the session.
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  • Session outline
    Access a detailed overview of the session, including CBT modalities.
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  • Booking form
    Reserve a spot in an upcoming session.
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  • Locations
    Discover where in the world we have run these sessions so far.
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  • Portal
    Explore our participant portal where we have complementary resources.
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  • Connect with us
    Speak to one of our friendly team to arrange a session in your area.
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Physical Wellbeing

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