MySong Group Music and Movement Classes
** NEW Group Music and Movement Classes for Neurodivergent Kids and Kids with Disabilies in BALWYN on Saturday afternoons. Now taking enrolments for Term 2 in 2024 **
Running fortnightly 2:30-3:30pm Term 2 starting April 27th!
“The first day I came I was so blown away by the work you do, and I just remember thinking how lucky these kids are that they have an outlet to just enjoy the music that you offer them; a moment of tranquility and connection.
How truly lucky they are to have you. It literally brought a tear to my eye
(and I don’t cry easy!)”
Father of participating child, end of term 3 feedback.
Music Specialist and music teacher Jackie Bornstein has been successfully running group music classes at We Rock The Spectrum in Preston for the past 5 years and is now able to bring the classes to Melbourne’s east!
Jackie utilises a neurodiversity affirming approach to facilitate fun-filled Music & Movement classes for neurodivergent kids and kids with disabilities. Children are guided to participate in exciting musical activities that assist emotional regulation and motor skills development, and provide an environment that supports building connections, confidence and freedom of expression.
In a small and supportive group setting, children can enjoy exploring and sharing musical experiences through song, dance, and rhythm activities with the use of instruments, soft play materials, games and sensory items.
The classes are suitable for speaking and non-speaking primary school age children (4-14).
Classes are held fortnightly during school terms at Balwyn Evergreen Centre on Saturdays 2.30-3.30pm. Fees for the term are $175 ($35 per class).
Classes are in small groups so places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first serve basis. For more details about Balwyn based classes contact Jackie: jackiebornstein@hotmail.com
Free Trial Class – First Class of Term
Free Trial Class for New Families! New families are invited to join us for a free trial class on April 27th 2.30-3.30pm at Balwyn Evergreen Centre. Come and see what it’s all about before deciding to join us for the term Class sizes will remain small and places are allocated on a first come first serve basis. Bookings essential. Contact Jackie: jackiebornstein@hotmail.com
🌿🎶 NEW!! SUMMER SCHOOL HOLIDAY MUSIC CLASSES + LUNCH IN THE PARK🎶🌿
Join us for fun filled music and movement classes during the summer school holidays at 11am. Families are invited to bring a packed lunch to enjoy together after class in the lovely park with gated playground directly in front of Balwyn Evergreen Centre. These classes can be booked on a casual basis and will cost $35 per class. To register your interest in Summer Holiday Music Classes + Lunch in the Park please contact Jackie: jackiebornstein@hotmail.com
MySong One-on-One Music Sessions
Jackie is currently at capacity for one-on-one music sessions. Space is still available for group music classes in Balwyn. Contact Jackie: jackiebornstein@hotmail.com
My Song One-on-One Music Sessions have been developed using a neurodiversity affirming approach to provide an opportunity for children to explore and enjoy music and build connections, confidence and freedom of expression through musical play interactions. Classes are one-on-one and are suitable for non-speaking and speaking autistic/neurodivergent children and children with disabilities ages 2 to 14 years.
Emphasis is placed on building children’s confidence, involvement with and appreciation of music. This provides a foundation for music being a useful and pleasurable environment to share experiences with others, create, express and regulate emotions and manage transitions. Sessions are held online, at Jackie’s rooms in Glen Iris or in your home (depending on what other commitments Jackie has in your area). More about My Song Music Sessions.