In-Person Classes: Soothe and Move

• Evidence-Based Curriculum: Developed in collaboration with the Weikart Center, we incorporate proven practices for emotional well-being.
• Choices: Engage in a variety of activities allowing you and your child to choose what resonates most with you.
• Visual Schedule: Follow a clear visual guide to help everyone understand the flow of the session and what’s coming next.
• Space to Collaborate and Time for Individual Exploration: Enjoy opportunities to connect with others while also having dedicated moments for personal reflection and discovery.
• Consistency with Novelty: Benefit from a balanced approach that combines familiar routines with fresh, exciting elements to keep the experience engaging.

• Mind-Body Practices: Practices that you can easily incorporate into daily life.
• Co-Regulation: Learn how to soothe your nervous system through shared activities that activate the vagus nerve, helping participants feel a sense of ease.
• In-the-Moment Relief: Leave each class feeling more centered with a regulated nervous system and tools to help manage stress in real-time.
• 5-minute resources: Accessible audio and video tools you can easily use at home to continue practicing and reinforcing the skills learned.

Julie founded Roots Up to empower children with effective self-soothing tools. With a passion for equitable emotional regulation strategies, she believes every child deserves access to these important skills. For nearly 20 years, Julie has taught soothing techniques in schools and youth organizations, positively impacting more than 10,000 children. She collaborates with social workers, therapists, researchers, and educators to develop content that is both evidence-based and playful, ensuring that all children—including those with diverse learning needs—feel valued and empowered as they learn these essential tools.