Helen Willmett

School Program Leader

St Margaret Mary's College

I moved to Townsville almost 14 years ago and it was here that my love for yoga was ignited. My yoga practice isn’t as regular as I would like, however, even intermittent, yoga always gives me that ‘go to’ place whenever and wherever I need it. As a pastoral middle leader in a secondary school, my aim is to provide a safe, caring and supportive environment that is responsible for the needs of our students. Pastoral care permeates through all areas of our College. This involves developing and implementing effective pastoral practices which provide for students’ welfare.

In my role, it is essential to have empathy with young people and an ability to relate positively with them. I share with our students ways to balance their day and promote their health, wellbeing and resilience.

Becoming a Yoga Tools for Schools (YTFS) Program Leader has enabled me to use effective yoga-based strategies with students and staff to enhance their wellbeing. Students are using these skills both at school and home to help them, whether they need to focus, regulate their energy or need some time to feel calm.

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