The FORT
Where Teens can Unwind, Connect, Belong and Thrive
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Sunday, September 22nd, 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Hope Flower Farm, 40905 Stumptown Rd, Waterford, VA
For ages 12 - 18.
Online registration closes at 6pm on Friday. Walk-ins accepted for past participants only. New participants must register online before attending.
The FORT Calendar
Save the date! Plan for upcoming FORTs at these locations!
Sunday, October 27th
Bridle Paths Equine Assisted Services,
43247 Spinks Ferry Rd, Leesburg, VA
Details about the Workshops will be available soon
Sunday, November 10th
Sterling Community Center,120 Enterprise St, Sterling, VA
Details about the Workshops will be available soon
Sunday, December 8th
Fusion Academy, 19300 Promenade Dr Suite 200, Leesburg, VA
Details about the Workshops will be available soon
The FORT experience
The FORT is a safe, healing, community space for young people in middle and high school to find connection, make friends, be themselves without pressure, and participate in fun, experiential workshops and activities that help them deal with the stresses of everyday life.
In addition to games, brief group discussions and free activity time, all participants will engage in two workshops that vary each time they attend the FORT, exploring expressive arts, mindfulness, nature or animal assisted therapy, and movement/physical activity.
All workshops are designed specifically to focus on building resilience through positive messaging and holistic experiences that allow participants to learn new tools and strategies that can be used in moments of heightened anxiety, stress or sadness.
September 22nd workshops:
Flower Therapy
Flowers provide a simple way to improve emotional health.The presence of flowers triggers happy emotions, and affects our behavior in a positive way. In this workshop teens pick their own flowers, exploring the power of colors as an expression of their identity and strengths, and are guided in making a floral arrangement to keep or gift to someone that matters to them.
Build Bird Houses of Strength
In this workshop, teens explore their inner strengths through a hands-on building and painting activity. Participants construct and decorate birdhouses, using creativity to represent their unique capabilities. This engaging process encourages self-reflection, peer connection, and positive self-expression. By stepping out of their comfort zones and creating something tangible, teens discover and celebrate their resilience, fostering mental well-being in a supportive environment.
Drumming Circle
Teens will explore rhythm as a powerful tool for self-expression and connection. Participants learn basic drumming techniques and collaborate to create harmonious beats. This engaging activity encourages teens to recognize and share their individual strengths, fosters teamwork, and builds confidence. Through the universal language of music, participants experience the joy of creating something beautiful together.
