Since 2016 Relax Kids Belfast has helped 10,000+ children with proven mental health & wellbeing tools in schools, communities & 1-1 sessions No long waiting lists, just support that helps build calm, confidence & emotional resilience in young minds. Hi, I’m Sinead York, a qualified Relax Kids Coach since 2016 and since starting my journey, I’ve had the privilege of working with over 10,000 children from Belfast and beyond, helping them build confidence, emotional resilience, manage big emotional and find their inner calm. Through fun, engaging sessions, I offer practical tools and strategies that support children's mental health and well-being, basically skills they can carry with them for life. I’m passionate about empowering the next generation to understand and regulate their emotions, navigate challenges with resilience, and ultimately feel happier and more at ease in today’s busy world.
🌟My Story🌟
Believe it or not, my background was originally in TV, film, and broadcasting. But after having my two amazing daughters, I found the long hours and stress was taking it's toll on my mental health and I also hated missing out on precious moments I would never get back back. I desperately needed a positive change in my work life balance, so I searched for something that would improve both my family life and the lives of others. As my husband, who also worked at UTV, left and retrained as a hypnotherapist he was making real changes in people's mental health. Inspired by his journey and aware of the shocking statistic that 1 in 5 children in Northern Ireland suffers from a mental health condition, I knew where my heart lay. That’s when I found Relax Kids, trained as a coach, and started my own path in 2016 and I can say it's the best decision i've ever made. To find out all about the my services, the benefits of Relax Kids sessions plus who i've worked with, read on....
🌟Tailored 1-1 Sessions (Age 5-13)🌟
This is a huge and deeply rewarding part of my work. For over six years, I’ve been delivering personalised 1-1 sessions from my practice in Ballyhackamore, supporting hundreds of children and teens as they work through a wide range of emotional challenges. These sessions are specially designed to help with emotional regulation, confidence-building, resilience, anxiety, low self-esteem, anger management , exam stress , managing transitions and more. Each session is completely tailored to your child’s individual needs, and I love incorporating their unique interests and hobbies into our work whether that’s Harry Potter, Minecraft, football, unicorns, nature, or anything else that lights them up. Included in the sessions are practical emotional regulation tools such as belly breathing, positive affirmations, mindfulness, tailored visualisations, grounding techniques, EFT (tapping) and much more! I recommend doing at least 3 sessions lasting 50 minute each with a recap with a parent at the end, each child will take home lots of resources to support the sessions such as posters, handouts and items to help them practice their newly learned relaxation techniques. The sessions are run at my calming premises in Ballyhackamore which has private parking for you.
🌟Group Sessions in Schools and community groups🌟
I regularly deliver Relax Kids group sessions in nurseries, primary, and secondary schools as well as community and youth groups. These evidence informed classes support children’s emotional, mental, and physical well-being, making them a valuable addition to any school’s pastoral care, nurture programme, or whole class curriculum. Each Relax Kids session follows a unique and effective seven-step structure that gently guides children from high energy to a calm and relaxed state helping them feel calmer, more focused, and better equipped to manage life’s ups and downs. Relax Kids Group Classes Include:
🌟Dynamic warm-ups and movement exercises
🌟Mindful and cooperative games
🌟Gentle yoga stretching to reduce physical tension
🌟Calming breathing techniques
🌟Soothing self-massage
🌟Positive affirmations to build self-worth and confidence
🌟Creative positive visualisations for relaxation
Benefits of Relax Kids Belfast Group Session
For the Child’s Body:
🌟Develops body awareness and flexibility
🌟Helps release endorphins, the body’s natural ‘feel-good’ chemical
🌟Improves coordination and balance
🌟Brings energy to the whole system
🌟Helps decrease physical tension and calm the nervous system
🌟Improves circulation, boosts immune system and energy levels
🌟Promotes deeper, more restful sleep
For the Child’s Mind:
🌟Stills, calms, and clears the mind
🌟Sharpens concentration and focus
🌟Promotes positive thinking and a calm mindset
🌟Improves memory retention and listening skills
For the Child’s Emotional Well-being:
🌟Builds self-confidence and self-esteem
🌟Equips children with tools to cope with stress and anxiety
🌟Supports emotional health and emotional literacy
🌟Nurtures imagination, creativity, and self-expression
These sessions are carefully tailored to the age and needs of the group, creating a warm, supportive space where every child is seen, heard, and valued. Whether it’s a weekly well-being programme, exam confidence, anti-bullying week, Mental Health Week events, nurture group intervention, or part of a wider shared education initiative, Relax Kids group sessions offer lasting benefits but early intervention is key
🌟Where I’ve Delivered Sessions🌟
SCHOOL GROUP SESSIONS (Nursery, Primary & Secondary):
Including Ashling Daycare, St. Colmcille’s Pre-School, Orangefield Nursery School, Trinity Nursery Bangor, Teach Mhamo Irish School, St. Joseph’s PS, Christ the Redeemer PS, Dundonald PS, Finaghy PS, Gilnahirk PS, Greenwood PS, St. Ita’s PS, Belmont PS, St. Bride's PS, St. Aloysius PS, Strandtown PS, Nettlefield PS, and St. Matthews, Botanic PS, Holy Rosary, Bethlehem Nursery, Holy Trinity Nursery,
AFTER-SCHOOL CLUBS:
Greenwood PS, St. Joseph’s PS, Orangefield, and Rockport. IN-SCHOOL 1:2:1s:
St. Colmcille’s Pre-School. CHARITIES:
Barnardo’s, Autism NI, Aspire NI, Early Years EastSide Partnership. Whiteabbey Community Centre,
HEALTH TRUSTS:
-Northern Trust Paediatric ASD Intervention Service
-South Eastern Trust (supporting children in foster care)
COUNCIL EVENTS:
Including Maritime events in Belfast and local park summer workshops. CHURCH & COMMUNITY GROUPS:
Sessions delivered to Brownies, Rainbows, Donaghadee Drop-In, and an Irish dancing school.
🌟OTHER LOCATIONS 🌟
Whiterock Library, Creagh Library, North Down Home Education Co-op. Altram (Speaker at their conference)
Teachers Just Relax Session at Dundonald Primary.
🌟AREAS I WORK IN🌟
Based in Greater Belfast, I travel across County Down and County Antrim to deliver sessions and workshops. I’m fully insured, AccessNI police-checked, and listed on the Education Authority procurement list.
🌟Let’s Talk🌟
There is nothing more important than our children’s mental health, well-being, and happiness at home, in school, and beyond. If you'd like more information contact me to book a FREE phone consultation where we can discuss how I can best support your child or organisation. Relax Kids Belfast with Sinead
430 Upper Newtownards Road
Belfast
BT4 3GY
Tel: 07788 956562
Email: relaxkidsbelfast@yahoo.com
