Back to the Basics Education & Wellness

12/21/2025

A few families and mother-daughter pairs have chosen to attend together, creating a truly magical evening to slow down, connect, and unwind during the holiday season.

Enjoy gentle yoga, deep relaxation, and the opportunity to connect with loved ones—both present and remembered.

No yoga experience is needed at all. The movements are slow, easy, and calming, designed to help you fully relax, be present, and ease into the Christmas season with a lighter heart.

A beautiful pause during a busy time 💫

12/16/2025

✨ Energy in Motion & Love Notes from the Other Side ✨
🎄 Christmas Retreat 🎄

This season, slow down… soften… and reconnect.
Join us for a soulful 2-hour immersive experience designed to move energy, open the heart, and deepen connection — within yourself and beyond ✨

💫 What to Expect:
🧘‍♀️ Somatic Yoga & Energy in Motion
✨ Energy Healing & Soul Expansion
💌 Intuitive Messages from Loved Ones on the Other Side

⏰ Flexible Format:
• Drop in for 1 hour
• Or stay for the full 2-hour experience

💲 Pricing:
• $25 Yoga
• $25 Readings
• 🎁 Christmas Special: $40 for the full event with a food bank donation

📅 December 21st, 2025
🕖 7–9 PM
📍 Back to the Basics NL, Paradise

This is your invitation to move, feel, release, receive… and return to yourself just before the holidays ✨

✨ Spaces are limited — trust the nudge that brought you here ✨
Register at the below:

https://calendly.com/cora-backtothebasicsnl/energy-in-motion

🔗 www.nikkispurrell.ca
📲 .with.nikki

12/14/2025

⚽🔥 Get Game-Ready Before Winter Soccer! 🔥⚽

Looking to keep your child sharp and confident heading into winter sessions?

Join us for a jam-packed 2-hour high-energy soccer training session for U11–U14 Girls!

Led by the Neville Sisters, Courtney, Hillary & Hannah!

Experienced and competitive soccer athletes, this session will focus on touch on the ball, speed, skill, fitness, and game awareness — everything your player needs to hit the ground running next season.

⚡ Train hard. Play smart. Get game-ready.
👉 Spots are limited — sign up today!

Visit the Link below

Education & Tutoring Classes located in Paradise, Newfoundland, Canada.

10/03/2025

🌿 Did you know we often hold emotions in our bodies? 🌿
Stress doesn’t just live in our minds—it can show up as tight shoulders, a heavy chest, or even a weight on your heart.

If you’re carrying stress or unprocessed emotions, meet Nikki, a gifted healer who helps release trauma and tension that gets “stuck” in the body. ✨ Through her work, you’ll discover how to let go, feel lighter, and create space for healing.

💖 Your body remembers—give it the chance to heal.

📅 Join Nikki this Sunday night
📍 Back to the Basics Education & Wellness Centre
2nd Floor, 15 McNamara Drive

09/09/2025

Now Hiring:
Full-Time & Part-Time After-School Enrichment Leaders
Help us deliver energetic, kid-centered programs that build confidence, creativity, and physical literacy.

Compensation & Hours:
$18–$22/hour (based on experience)
15-25 hours/week Mon-Friday

Weekday shifts primarily 2:00–6:00 pm (plus occasional prep & training)

What you’ll do:
Lead fun, structured enrichment blocks (movement, creative arts, STEM, games)
Create a safe, welcoming space using positive, kid-first coaching
Support attendance, transitions, and parent pick-ups
Collaborate with our team and follow program plans

What you bring:
You love working with children and bring upbeat energy
Strong communication and reliability
Experience in coaching, camps, childcare, or education is an asset
Current/able to obtain VSC; First Aid/CPR is an asset we can also supply the first aid training.

How to apply:
Email your resume to admin@backtothebasicsnl.com (subject: After-School Leader).
Hiring on a rolling basis—early applications encouraged.

Back to the Basics Education & Wellness is an equal opportunity employer.

Back to the Basics Education & Wellness Centre located in Paradise, Newfoundland, Canada.

08/10/2025

📚🏃‍♀️ Back to the Basics Afterschool Program is Back —

With Experienced Educators and Now Partnered with Sportball!

We’re thrilled to announce that our Back to the Basics Education and Wellness Afterschool Program is now partnered with Sportball — a nationally recognized multisport program that teaches physical literacy through purposeful coaching and fun, skill-based activities.

✨ What Your Child Will Experience:
✅ Homework help & academic support and be challenged!
✅ Physical literacy sessions with Sportball’s expert multisport coaching
✅ Creative enrichment & social-emotional learning
✅ Safe, structured, and engaging environment

🏀⚽🏐 With Sportball, your child will develop confidence, coordination, and a love for movement through a variety of sports, all while learning the fundamentals of teamwork, discipline, and healthy living.

📍 Serving the Topsail, Paradise & surrounding areas
🕓 Weekdays | Right After school until 5:30 PM
📅 Limited spaces available – Register now!

💡 At Back to the Basics, we believe in nurturing the whole child — mind, body, and spirit — through education, wellness, and now, with the dynamic energy of Sportball!

Conception Bay South
- St. Thomas of Villanova Church 2694 Topsail Rd, CBS, NL. A1W 4L5 (Bussing available Topsail Elementary, St Georges and Villa Nova)
- $125 per week - Bussing available at an additional cost

Paradise
- 15 McNamara Drive Paradise NL, Suite 203 (Holy Family, Octagon Pond, Paradise Elementary, Elizabeth Park Elementary)
- $135 per week - Bussing available at an additional cost

👉 Visit our website or message us today to learn more and register!

https://backtothebasicsnl.com/afterschool

08/01/2025

🚨 ANNOUNCEMENT FOR GIRLS SOCCER TOPSAIL FC 🚨
You asked us to make a splash... so here it is!

💥 Introducing the TOPSAIL FC All-Girls Travel Team – brought to you by Girls Cutting Edge Sports and our incredible coaching team: Ashley Dawe, Shawn Manning, and Darren Pike.

⚽️ This isn’t just soccer. It’s the next level.
🔥 Competitive. Focused. Driven. Dedication. Skill Improvement.

Want in?
👉 Come try our August program – our team selections start this fall! Tier teams with numbers
📍 Practices at Peter Barry Duff from 11-3
11-3 NOT enough! Need the full day with this? We can do both. email us admin@backtothebasicsnl.com to utilize our full day summer camp with this program!

WE START AUG 4TH!! Lets' GO!

🕓 Check the link for full schedule and registration details.

✅ Don’t wait – join the movement. see below

https://backtothebasicsnl.com/cutting-edge-sports

Education & Tutoring Classes located in Paradise, Newfoundland, Canada.

07/30/2025

📚🏃‍♀️ Back to the Basics Afterschool Program is Back — Now Partnered with Sportball! 🏃‍♂️📚

We’re thrilled to announce that our Back to the Basics Education and Wellness Afterschool Program is now partnered with Sportball — a nationally recognized multisport program that teaches physical literacy through purposeful coaching and fun, skill-based activities.

✨ What Your Child Will Experience Educational:
✅ Created by experienced educators, our program helps young learners develop strong foundational skills in reading, writing, and math—setting the stage for long-term academic success. All of this is offered in both French and English.
✅ Physical literacy sessions with Sportball’s expert multisport coaching
✅ Creative enrichment & social-emotional learning
✅ Safe, structured, and engaging environment

🏀⚽🏐 With Sportball, your child will develop confidence, coordination, and a love for movement through a variety of sports, all while learning the fundamentals of teamwork, discipline, and healthy living.

📍 Serving the Topsail, Paradise & surrounding areas
🕓 Weekdays | After school until 5:30 PM
📅 Limited spaces available – Register now!

💡 At Back to the Basics, we believe in nurturing the whole child — mind, body, and spirit — through education, wellness, and now, with the dynamic energy of Sportball!

👉 Visit our website or message us today to learn more and register!

Register Below:
https://backtothebasicsnl.hbportal.co/public/classes

Websites:
https://backtothebasicsnl.com/afterschool

https://sportball.com/

After School Care Program located in Paradise, Newfoundland, Canada.

07/19/2025

♟️ CHESS CAMP 2025 – REGISTER NOW! ♟️
Whether you're just learning the moves or ready to master strategy, we've got a spot for you!
🧠 Beginner Camp - Grades 1-6
📅 August 4 – 8
🕗 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🎯 Learn the basics, build confidence, and fall in love with the game!
👑 Intermediate to Advanced Camp - Grades 3-9
📅 August 11 – 15
🕗 Full Day Program
🔥 Take your skills to the next level with tactical training, competitive matches, and great instruction!
🎓 Led by experienced chess instructor Chris White
📍 15 McNamara Drive Paradise, NL
🔗 Register here: https://backtothebasicsnl.hbportal.co/public/662bb0dce81945002d53903d
✅ Fun, engaging, and brain-boosting
🎁 Prizes, tournaments, and daily challenges included!
🧩 Limited spots available – don’t miss out!

07/15/2025

♟️ CHESS CAMP 2025 – REGISTER NOW! ♟️

Whether you're just learning the moves or ready to master strategy, we've got a spot for you!

🧠 Beginner Camp - Grades 1-6
📅 August 4 – 8
🕗 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🎯 Learn the basics, build confidence, and fall in love with the game!

👑 Intermediate to Advanced Camp - Grades 3-8
📅 August 11 – 15
🕗 Full Day Program

🔥 Take your skills to the next level with tactical training, competitive matches, and great instruction!

🎓 Led by experienced chess instructor Chris White
📍 15 McNamara Drive Paradise, NL
🔗 Register here: https://backtothebasicsnl.hbportal.co/.../662bb0dce819450...

✅ Fun, engaging, and brain-boosting
🎁 Prizes, tournaments, and daily challenges included!
🧩 Limited spots available – don’t miss out!

Easter Camp Program located in Paradise, Newfoundland, Canada.

07/07/2025

After School Programming is now open! Limited Spots Available!

Please use the link below or visit our website to register your child for our groundbreaking after-school program.

Built from the ground up, our program is uniquely designed to help your child thrive and succeed. We believe that the foundation of a child's youth is where it all begins — shaping them to grow into better individuals for a lifetime.

"Move your body, stimulate your mind, unleash your potential!" - Back to the Basics.

https://backtothebasicsnl.hbportal.co/public/classes

https://backtothebasicsnl.com/afterschool

After School Care Program located in Paradise, Newfoundland, Canada.

07/04/2025

⚽ Girls only ELITE SOCCER PROGRAM ⚽
For Ages 8–15 | All Skill Levels Welcome

📅 Monday to Friday
🕚 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Cutting Edge Sports Presents: The Ultimate Girls Soccer Experience!

This isn’t your average soccer camp!

Led by experienced coaches, our dynamic soccer program is designed to build confident, skilled players from the ground up.

1. Ball Control/Ball Mastery - Practice dribbling with both feet. Improve close control and quick touches.
2. Passing Accuracy - Work on short and long passes with proper technique.
3. Shooting Technique - Practice shooting with both feet from various angles and distances. Focus on placement, power, and quick release.
4. Game Awareness (Soccer IQ) - Understand positioning and decision-making. Practice scanning the field before receiving the ball. Running in open spaces
5. Speed & Agility - Ladder drills, cone sprints, and quick direction changes. Combine speed training with ball work for real-game simulation.
6. Defensive Skills - Practice tackling timing, positioning, and jockeying. Learn to anticipate opponents' moves and cut off passing lanes.
7. Strength & Conditioning - Build lower-body and core strength with bodyweight exercises. We will be incorporating endurance drills like shuttle runs and interval sprints.
8. Teamwork & Communication - Work on calling for the ball and giving clear directions. Understand your role and how to support teammates effectively.

Become a smarter, faster, and more confident soccer player this summer — with Cutting Edge Sports.

SIGN UP BELOW LINK!!!!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7qVx5YKiXAWWmn4vrjVEWwBzGhXwbyvc6B2YWwxukrL1fCw/viewform