WORKPLACE PROGRAMS
Employees and Executives can experience mindfulness, yoga, and meditation that is convenient, approachable for all-levels, and that is skillfully-guided by our professional instructors. Our programs are customizable to suit your workplace needs and focuses on improving overall well-being by strengthening the body, invigorating the mind, and cultivating positive culture in the workplace.
WORKSHOPS & COURSE SERIES
ZESA’S MINDFUL YOGA & MEDITATION*
Zesa’s signature course is fully integrated 10-Week Course that meets once per week for 45 minutes. The course explores the foundations of yoga, mediation, and mindfulness. It is accessible to beginners as well as the seasoned practitioner.
COURSES & EXPRESS SERIES
All course series use an evidence-based curriculum developed by Zesa. Our Express Series are condensed sessions that can be offered in the morning, during lunch, or any other time of day or night that is convenient.
WORKSHOPS
Our workshops embody the practice mindfulness, yoga, and/or meditation and range from 30 mins to full day sessions. We offer Express Workshops if you need a quick introduction or refresher for your team!
RETREATS
Looking for a more in-depth and invigorating experience? Dive into some of the key concepts of mindfulness, yoga, and meditation at a retreat. We would love to work together in planning an onsite or office retreat.
SESSION TOPICS
Mindful Leadership
Mindful Communication
Creativity
Productivity
Breathing
Science of Mediation
Mindful Yoga & Mediation*
Sunrise Yoga
Lunchtime Yoga
Express Yoga
Intermediate Yoga
Chair Yoga
All workshops and course series can be customized to fit the needs and themes of your specific organization.
Zesa programs may be eligible for coverage under your companies employee wellness department.
WHAT IS MEDITATION, YOGA & MINDFULNESS?
MEDITATION
Meditation is the practice of concentrating or focusing the mind in a particular way in order to enhance mental clarity and psychological well-being. There are various forms of meditation, but in essence mediation allows us to notice habits, shift our mindset, and improve our state of being.
“Meditation decreases stress levels and increases overall productivity. It can improve focus, creativity and mood while strengthening personal and professional relationship”. - thunderbird
YOGA
Yoga means “union” or “yoke”. It is an ancient mind-body practice originating in Indian. There are various schools of yoga. Hatha yoga, combines asanas (physical poses) pranayama (breathing exercises), and mediation, has proven to have numerous mental, physical, and psychological benefits.
“Yoga at the workplace has been shown to reduce absenteeism from sickness or other physical problems, to boost company morale and improve communication skills among employees.” - Livestrong
MINDFULNESS
Mindfulness is being fully aware of our present experience in a a non-judgmental way. As we shift our relationship to our experience by becoming an active observer of our thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations from moment to moment we are able to change our state of mind and improve our well-being.
“Studies find that mindfulness training increases confidence, intelligence, and focus at work, leading to greater well-being”. - mindful
BENEFITS OF MINDFULNESS AT THE WORKPLACE
Authentic change begins with a shift in mindset.
Google, Apple, The Huffington Post and both Oxford and Harvard Universities have implemented successful mindfulness programs with amazing results!
Thousands of studies have shown numerous positive effects from mindfulness, yoga, and meditation programs.
Stress Reduction
Promote Work-Life Balance
Decrease Healthcare Costs
Boost Morale
Improve Communication
Regulation of Emotions
Greater Happiness
300% More Innovation (Harvard Business Review)
$3.00 to $1.00 ROI (Harvard Business Review)
125% less burnout (Harvard Business Review)
66% Fewer Sick Days (Forbes)
51% Less Turnover (Gallup)
31% Increased Productivity (Shawn Anchor)
Zesa’s 11-Month Study
Participants reported improvements in all 7 areas measured!
Zesa implemented their 10-Week evidence-based Mindfulness Program with adult employees in a high stress corporate environment. Classes were held once per week for 45 minutes. Pre and post assessments were conducted over an 11-month period using a five-point Likert scale with 5 being the strongest agreement.
Participants reported a perceived improvement scoring 4 to 5 on ALL seven measures post Zesa’s 10-Week Program.