Mindfulness for Teens (Ages 13-19)

Schedule and Registration

Note: CFM requires a minimum of 10 registrants per course. Classes with fewer than 10 registrants will be cancelled and provided a refund. Please be aware of this when making arrangements to attend this course.

Date Day & Time Register Teacher Location
March 11 - May 6, 2025 (no class on 4/1/25) Tuesdays
5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. PT
Register Online Here Mariana Ampudia UCSD Population Health 6333 Greenwich Drive

Course Description

In today’s world, teens and pre-teens are under more pressure and experiencing higher levels of stress than ever before. Increasing demand in technology, academic preparation, and life transitions often result in physical and emotional stressors, such as:

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  • Irritability
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

These stressors can affect your child’s well-being and happiness. A crucial skill in managing stress effectively is to be able to deal with change whenever it occurs. 

In This Course Students Will Learn To:

  • Sharpen their ability to focus and pay attention
  • Experience life situations with less emotional reactivity
  • Learn effective strategies for making better choices
  • Increase kindness and compassion for themselves and others
  • Learn skills for self-care

The Practice

  • Gentle stretching and yoga
  • Mindful meditation practice to encourage relaxation and awareness
  • Self-reflection through journaling, activities, and group discussion

Mindfulness for Teens Course Fee

$435 ($410 if you pay in full 30 days in advance for the course)

UCSD Employee Rate: $410 ($385 if you pay in full 30 days in advance for the course)

Cancellation Policy

A refund (minus your $50 non-refundable deposit) will be made for participants who withdraw prior to the 2nd class by emailing mindfulness@health.ucsd.edu. There will be no refunds after the 2nd class starts. Registration, deposits, and funds are non-transferable.

In the unlikely event that the course is canceled, UC San Diego Center for Mindfulness is responsible only for a full refund of the registration fee and not for transportation, hotel accommodations or any miscellaneous expenses.

The refunds are processed in the same method as the payments were submitted.