Starlight in the Comunity

Park District Classes, Curriculum, and Trainings

Mindfulness, Breath, & Movement

At Starlight Studio, we specialize in youth enrichment programs that support the social-emotional development and well-being of children and families. Our offerings are ideal for park districts, community centers, and recreation departments seeking high-quality, engaging classes that align with whole-child wellness and family support.

From the focused discipline of youth archery to the creative flow of kids' yoga and mindfulness workshops for families, each program is thoughtfully designed to nurture confidence, self-awareness, and connection. We also provide caregiver education and resources, making our classes valuable for both children and the adults who care for them.

Whether you're looking to expand your preschool programming, after-school enrichment, family wellness classes, or seasonal recreation offerings, Starlight Studio brings a mission-aligned, community-focused approach rooted in inclusion, intention, and joy.

Partner with us to bring meaningful, movement-based programming to the families in your community.

FAQ’s

  • About Rachael Gage

    Founder of Starlight Studio | Certified Children’s Yoga Instructor | Waldorf Movement Educator | E-RYT 200

    Rachael Gage is a highly trained yoga and mindfulness educator with a strong background in child development, movement education, and trauma-informed teaching. She is the founder of Starlight Studio, which offers evidence-informed programming that blends children’s yoga, mindful movement, and emotional regulation tools for schools, park districts, and family-focused organizations.

    Rachael holds an E-RYT 200 certification through Yoga Alliance and is certified to teach children through Rainbow Kids Yoga. Her work is grounded in both practical teaching experience and cultural competence—shaped in part by an immersive sabbatical in Mysore, India, where she deepened her studies in classical yoga philosophy and breathwork.

    She currently teaches Games and Movement at a Waldorf Grade School and partners with local park districts across Illinois to expand access to high-quality, developmentally appropriate wellness programs for children and caregivers. With years of experience teaching in diverse educational settings, Rachael brings professionalism, creativity, and deep expertise to every collaboration.

  • I have a current background check that I am happy to provide upon request to be in compliance with your safety and security needs.

  • I am fully insured and can provide insurance with the individual park district name listed.

  • I offer marketing support. We can partner with you to promote starlight classes across social media platforms. We want to partner with you to create positive and cohesive messaging.

  • Typically starlight studio classes can be held in a variety of spaces such as: dance studios, gyms, classrooms, etc.

    The most important consideration is a clear space that isn’t cluttered and a space that has low distraction opportunity for young children.

  • We consider the demographic in your area when developing a pricing model for your unique district. Our goal is to honor the community and the needs of the park district in conjunction with Starlight Studio.

Current Park District Partnerships

We’ve partnered with park districts across the region to co-create programming that’s flexible, impactful, and rooted in inclusion. We invite you to explore how other park districts are working with Starlight Studio to expand their reach and deepen their impact. Let’s find a way to bring something truly special to the families you serve.

Curious about what a partnership could look like?
Let’s start the conversation—and bring more calm, confidence, and connection to your community.

Archery

Mindful Archery teaches kids (ages 11+) the art of focus, balance, and breath through the practice of archery. As they learn to steady their body and mind, children build confidence, patience, and awareness—on the range and beyond.

Yoga

Our kid-centered yoga classes help babies (6 weeks+), toddlers, kids, and parents learn to recognize and move with their emotions. Through songs, games, and playful movement, children build confidence, patience, and calm—while having fun every step of the way.

Curriculum & Trainings

Empower Your Team to Lead Mindful Yoga and Archery with Confidence

Looking to expand your in-house programming? Rachael offers hands-on training and mentorship for park district instructors who want to lead mindful yoga and/or mindful archery classes with confidence and care.

Whether you're launching a brand-new program or deepening your existing offerings, Rachael provides accessible, heart-centered training that equips your staff with the tools they need to guide children and families in a safe, engaging, and meaningful way.

From teaching best practices and age-appropriate techniques to integrating mindfulness and emotional wellness into each class, Rachael’s approach helps your team create spaces where kids feel calm, confident, and connected.

Train your staff. Grow your offerings. Support your community.
Let’s build something sustainable—together.

Explore the Starlight Shop

I am offering virtual resources to organizations looking to expand offerings with their current staff. In the shop, you’ll find curriculums and teacher trainings designed to support you regardless of budgetary limitations.

I am more than happy to offer in-person classes and/or teacher trainings. If you’re interested, please message me at: hello@starlightstudio.com

Let’s build together.

I would love to connect with you! I value strong, mutually beneficial partnerships and look forward to learning more about your needs and exploring how my offerings can meet you where you are.

Please reach out: hello@mystarlightstudio.com