BrainPulse: Intro

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SMAC 2024

Saskatchewan Multi-Arts Conference

 

Learn about a healthy brain through rhythm!

WHAT?

BRAIN PULSE uses the drum circle as a metaphor to discover the brain and its functions: a whole made up of interconnected, specialized parts. Participants will come away with tools to deliver a multi-session program covering topics such as: the brain as ensemble; neural networks, neuroplasticity, the complementary roles of the “upstairs” and “downstairs” brain; sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems; and the brain-body connection. Students will deepen their understanding of how the brain works, and how to make healthy choices for a lifetime of flourishing brain health!

BRAIN PULSE is designed as an online resource and teaching portal where participants follow a sequenced syllabus which they can complete at their own pace. The different sessions will include videos, lesson plans, activities, resource materials, trivia, virtual support, networking, and more. As time progresses, we will be adding additional sessions to the portal to continue to enhance the learning experience.

 

WHY?

With a wealth of information becoming available about our brains in the last couple decades, mixed with a need for fun ways for students to engage in social-emotional learning, the founders of BRAIN PULSE wanted a resource for youth educators to actively engage with both. We want young people to have the tools to take control of their lives, form new neural connections, learn, build relationships and grow!

 

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

  • *Access to the online BRAIN PULSE Portal, and your Personal Portal Page, so you can learn on your own time, at your own pace

  • *A series of BRAIN PULSE sessions, where you will learn to deliver a multi-session rhythm and brain-health program for young people

  • *Performance ensemble, games & discussions that teach about the brain, using drum circles as a metaphor

  • *Real-world course videos as demonstrations

  • *Access to our online discussions & content

  • *BRAIN BOOSTS links, facts and articles that connect you to the latest brain research on which the program is based

  • *DIY version with notation, sample videos, images and PDF’s of the activities

  • *PPAD (Push Play and Drum) a video version where our hosts take you and the you through all of the rhythms, games and brain metaphors

 

WHO IS THIS FOR?

  • *Schools

  • *Drum Circle Facilitators

  • *Music Educators

  • *Youth & Community Leaders

  • *Music Therapists

 

Cost?

Right now we are offering life-time access to the BRAIN PULSE Online Course for Saskatchewan Music Conference participants $250 USD

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN REGISTERING PLEASE CONTACT:

Lucas Coffey at: rhythmalberta@gmail.com