Conveners
Room 109: Mind and Body
- Masatoshi Shoji (Shokei Gakuin University)
Room 109: Mind and Body
- Masatoshi Shoji (Shokei Gakuin University)
Description
Mind and Body Room
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Mr Jerry Parangi (Sendai University)01/11/2025, 11:00
Discover how Tītītorea, a traditional Māori stick game, can enrich educational settings by promoting physical literacy, cultural understanding, and teamwork. In this 40-minute workshop, educators will gain a brief overview of the game’s cultural origins, followed by hands-on experience in crafting sticks, learning rhythmic patterns, and applying adaptable gameplay suited for diverse age groups...
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Martin Pauly (University of Tsukuba)01/11/2025, 12:10
After a short explanation of Taiji chuan/太極拳, and an introduction of our local group, you are invited to join the warmup exercises and then the basic 24 Form.
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Daniel Dean, Dominic Jones (Sendai Seiyo Gakuin College)01/11/2025, 13:55
Amy Cuddy’s Power Poses are simple exercises that show how holding your body can make a difference in how you feel and positively affect your mood and confidence.
These exercises act as Brain Breaks to recirculate the oxygenated blood to your brain, reset the mind, and improve learner focus.
In addition, with a slight tweak, these Power Poses can be used for simple and effective...
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Dr Masatoshi Shoji (Shokei Gakuin University)01/11/2025, 15:05
Write a 5-minute love letter to someone you love as if this is the last love letter.
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Dr Masatoshi Shoji (Shokei Gakuin University)01/11/2025, 18:10
Lymphatic massage can reduce swelling and improve circulation throughout the lymphatic system. Lymphatic massage usually forms part of a treatment program called decongestive lymphatic therapy (DLT).
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Gabriela Villafradez (KOTESOL)02/11/2025, 12:00
Experience a holistic yoga journey that blends mindful movement with deep rest. This all-levels Hatha Vinyasa class begins with grounding breathwork (pranayama) to centre the mind and awaken the body. Flow through a balanced sequence of dynamic and meditative poses, guided by conscious breath and gentle alignment. Aromatherapy enhances the sensory experience, inviting deeper relaxation and...
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