Welcome to Bonjour Wellness!
Are you a parent or carer needing extra help to support your child or your teen?
Is you child or teen struggling
- with low self-esteem or confidence?
- with stress and anxiety?
- with school attendance?
- or poor body image?
- are they longing for real connections?
Please know that you/they are not alone and that help is available.
As a mum of a teen girl myself, just like you, I care deeply about our young people mental, emotional and physical Wellbeing now and in the future.
I use my 20 years of experience in the Fitness and Wellness industry as well as as a Youth Mentor to provide a safe, non-judgemental and non-clinical space for you and your child/teen.
Through my term programs, holiday workshops and one-to-one mentoring, my purpose is to empower children and teen to live a healthy, happy and inspired lives.
Take a second to read about the Standing Strong program and workshops, as well as the Yoga for kids and Yoga & Pilates for Teen, plus grab the free downloads currently available.
Love. Carole cx
Standing Strong
Children & Teens program
Standing Strong® is a holistic well-being program designed to help educate, motivate and inspire girls to really live to their true potential!
If your daughter is experiencing stress, has been feeling down, or could do with an empowering boost, then Standing Strong is just what you are looking for.
Each session or workshop is based around three core components to provide a holistic approach to health and well-being. These include:
- Strong Body (Movement)
- Strong Mind (Mindset)
- Strong Heart (Mindfulness)
Through our programs girls learn how to:
- Improve their confidence and self-esteem
- Build inner-strength and self-belief
- Grow friendships
- Improve their health and body-image
- Manage stress
- Gain the tools essential for living happy, healthy and inspired lives.
Schools: Offering Standing Strong in schools is a proactive way to support physical and mental health in Primary and Senior grades. It could be part of the weekly Rec Sports options for ex or sporadic workshops. If you are a parent, school teacher or wellness counsellor please contact me carolenewton@bonjourwellness.com.au or 0458 773 385 for further information.
Download your FREE booklet
Friendship Changes
YOU can support your child by downloading our complete booklet including
top tips, affirmations, family questions, challenges and goal setting.
Yoga for Kids
Yoga & Pilates for Teens
“Yoga provides a pathway for kids and teens to flourish in today’s stressful world” Loraine Rushton – founder of Zenergy Yoga
In a world where stress is common for children as young as 9yo, where the pace of life and distractions are increasing and demands on our children and teen are accelerating, Yoga is providing a place of calm and an opportunity to just be and breathe. Yoga and Mindfulness tools like breath work and relaxation are now used in schools worldwide.
The physical, mental and spiritual benefits of Yoga hugely support the Wellbeing of our Teens.
- healthy bodies: developing strength and flexibility, promoting good posture, building energy and stamina, minimising risks of injuries, improving body awareness etc…
- healthy minds: cultivating confidence and self-esteem, clearing the mind for better clarity and decision making, calming the nervous system, regulating emotions, etc..
- healthy spirits: cultivating respect and kindness for self and others, enhancing balance and inner quietness, teaching self-awareness…
“The mind, when housed within a healthful body, possesses a glorious sense of power.” Joseph Pilates, Founder of the Pilates Method
Pilates is a type of movement is ideal for teenagers, who want to keep their mind and body healthy and active. The exercises target the core, back and glutes muscles and are practiced with attention to good technique and breath awareness.
Key benefits include:
- Injury Prevention
- Balance and Coordination
- Strength and Flexibility
- Body and Breath awareness
- Self-esteem and Confidence
Combining these 2 amazing disciplines as well as Mindset activities and Yoga meridian-based Therapy will help Teens bring the body and the mind back in balance. It is this balance which is the key for Health.
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What our members are saying
Meryl, Mum of Carlyn
Our daughter attended two of Carole‘s online Tween, Standing Strong groups – over 2 terms. During COVID-19 lockdown, it was so well-timed and beneficial! She so looked forward to every week – and would definitely have continued with the physical attendance if it had been possible (We are in VIC and Carole is in QLD).
The program is fantastic for girls in that age group, supporting and empowering them for life as a Teen – and having so much fun in the process. Carole is an absolute natural, so genuine, caring and motivating, connects so well with the girls and I couldn’t recommend her and the Standing Strong program highly enough!
Thanks Carole – you are a gem!!!! Carlyn definitely had so many takeaways from your programs – self-esteem, resilience, friendship tools, and moving a little during lockdown!!
Mum – Montessori participant
Our daughter has loved the program, hanging out with her friends and getting to know each other better. She found the topics interesting, informative and enjoyable to discuss with a small group. I would definitely recommend the program to other mums. It is a safe space for girls to express themselves as well as learn more about themselves and develop skills to deal with life’s challenges
Deena, Wellness client
Carole has been an inspirational part of my life for a while now. She has provided guidance and motivation that has helped me kick start my health and fitness journey and is one of the most positive and kind people I know. I would recommend Carole to anyone wanting a tailored and thoughtful approach.
Mum – Montessori participant
Our daughter has lots of feelings at the moment and is experiencing social drama and thoughts on body development. Hearing other girls her age share the same thoughts and feelings in a safe space helped her to realise what she is thinking, experiencing and feeling is completely normal (I have told her hundred times but to hear it from peers is completely different)
Roseanne, Grandmother of ‘tweenie’
Standing Strong is a brilliant programme now available on the Sunshine Coast. Carole presents it perfectly. She combines knowledge, experience, passion and understanding with a generous sprinkle of humour thrown in.
As a grandmother of a ‘tweenie’ I am delighted that my grand-daughter has been able to participate in the Standing Strong programme. Living in Far North Queensland prevents her attending live sessions. However at the beginning of covid19, Carole offered a ZOOM programme!!Some fun and games during school shut-down was a bonus and my grandyre-enrolled for a 2nd round!!
I was visiting (from the Sunshine Coast) when the break up party was in progress.Carole welcomed me to the fray, I learnt a new dance move and was blown away to hear my daughter’s response to the question: “What are you grateful for today?”
Her response “My grandmother being here”.
I will never forget that moment. All this via ZOOM with Carole. So, thank you to “Standing Strong” and Carole Newton.
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