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Interactive Workshops for Youth, Schools & Communities
Youth & Community Workshops
Carlin facilitates practical, engaging workshops that help participants build confidence, resilience, healthy habits, and stronger relationships. Each session can be tailored to your group's age, goals, and community context.
Workshop 1
Health & Wellness
Best for: Schools, First Nations communities, and youth organizations
An interactive workshop connecting physical health to mental wellness, helping youth build healthy habits, confidence, and a stronger sense of self.
Carlin draws on his own experience as a professional athlete to show how small, consistent habits — movement, sleep, nutrition, and mindset — build the foundation for long-term wellbeing.
Format: Half-day or full-day, customizable; in-person.
- Practical habits that support physical and mental wellness
- Understanding the connection between movement and mood
- Building confidence through consistent, achievable goals
Workshop 2
Lateral Violence
Best for: Schools, First Nations communities, and youth organizations
A workshop that names and addresses lateral violence — harmful behaviour directed within a community rather than at the real source of harm — and gives youth tools to break the cycle.
Carlin helps participants recognize these patterns in themselves and their peer groups, and builds a path toward mutual support instead of internal conflict.
Format: Half-day or full-day, customizable; in-person.
- Understanding what lateral violence is and why it happens
- Recognizing these patterns in everyday peer interactions
- Building a culture of support instead of internal conflict
Workshop 3
Warrior Spirit
Best for: Schools, First Nations communities, and youth organizations
A workshop built around resilience and inner strength, drawing on Carlin's own journey through adversity as an Indigenous athlete to help youth connect with their own warrior spirit.
Participants explore what it means to carry strength with pride — rooted in culture and identity, not just competition.
Format: Half-day or full-day, customizable; in-person.
- Connecting personal resilience to cultural identity and pride
- Reframing adversity as a source of strength, not shame
- Practical tools for staying grounded under pressure
Workshop 4
RISE UP
Best for: First Nations youth, schools and communities
RISE UP is a two-day, Indigenous-led Mental Health, Prevention and Fitness Program designed specifically for First Nations youth.
Physical fitness and mental health are deeply connected — movement can improve mood, reduce stress, build confidence and help young people develop healthy habits that support their overall well-being.
Now accepting school and community bookings across Canada for the 2026–27 school year.
Format: Two days; in-person.
- Practical tools connecting physical fitness to mental health and well-being
- Lessons from hockey, education and life experience shared firsthand
- Recognizing the strength, ability and potential young people already have
- Strong Mind. Strong Body. Strong Community.
How It Works
From inquiry to workshop day
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Choose or customize a workshop
Carlin adapts the session to your participants and objectives.
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Confirm the details
Finalize format, length, location, and requirements.
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Host the workshop
Carlin delivers an engaging, interactive session for your group.
"It is very difficult to find presenters who can speak to such a diverse age group and still make an impact. [...] Mr. Carlin Nordstrom will be a game changer for any facility he might visit."
Shaun Sasakamoose, Principal — Ahtahkakoop School
Common Questions
Frequently asked questions
How long does a workshop run?
Most workshops run half-day or full-day and can be shortened or extended depending on your schedule. RISE UP runs over two days.
What group size works best?
Workshops are designed for classroom-to-assembly-sized groups and can be adapted for smaller or larger audiences — ask about your specific group.
Does Carlin travel, or offer virtual sessions?
Carlin is Saskatchewan-based and travels across Canada for in-person workshops. Reach out to discuss virtual options for your group.
Can a workshop be customized?
Yes — Carlin discusses your group's goals, age range, and context before the session to tailor the content.
How far in advance should we book?
Earlier is better, especially for the 2026–27 school year RISE UP program, but reach out even for shorter-notice requests.
Bring a Workshop to Your Community
Tell us about your school, agency, or community organization, and we'll help you choose or customize the right session.