Zadar- Healthy Habits: Starting from the Classroom – Learn from the Mediterranean Lifestyle
EXCELLENT Based on 602 reviews Donna Mcdade2025-09-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had the pleasure of attending the Developing 21st Century Skills in the Classroom: Critical Thinking in Split last week. This was an excellent and relevant course. Dario, Ivana and all the team were fantastic and so supportive. The week was informative and a privilege to be working and sharing ideas with so many of our colleagues from all over Europe! Ingrida Markune2025-09-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had an excellent experience participating in the Erasmus+ course “Inclusion and Diversity in Classroom: Teaching Mindfulness, Empathy and Critical Thinking” in Split, Croatia (2025-09-14/21) 🥰🌞🤓. The programme was well-structured and inspiring, combining theory with practical activities such as soft-skills workshops, mindfulness exercises, and collaborative group work!! 👌🫶😇. The trainers created a supportive and engaging environment, encouraging open discussion and sharing of ideas among participants from different countries 🇭🇷🇱🇹🇱🇻🇵🇹🇲🇹... I left the course with new strategies to foster empathy, critical thinking and inclusion in my classroom, as well as a deeper understanding of how to integrate mindfulness into daily teaching 🙏💆🧘. I highly recommend this course to any educator seeking fresh ideas and professional growth. Thank you for the great great experience!!! 🤍🥰😘 Yolanda Alvarez Granda2025-09-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excelent experience!! I've made the course Promoting ecosustainability at school. It was very well, specially our teacher Vesna, that was incredible and give us lots of ideas for our outdoor science lessons. Thank you very much!!! Nicholas Fontana2025-09-21Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mindfulness course with Dario. One of the best experiences in my life! Everything was just perfect. Dario and Suzi are simply fantastic and give their 100% to give you a memorable experience. Lots of smiles and wonderful outdoors activities. Superb organisation and time for social programme and sightseeing, too. Now I can’t wait to go on to another of their course… hopefully soon! They are the best, literally! Nunziata Spadaro2025-09-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. In un'atmosfera di grande collaborazione e voglia di confronto ho potuto seguire il corso 'The Psychology of Positive Thinking: happy teachers make great students'. È stata un'esperienza formativa molto arricchente che consiglio ad ogni insegnante che desideri trovare le strategie più efficaci per costruire un clima sereno con colleghi e studenti. giulia bursi2025-09-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The course “ Positive thinking” was very interesting and fun, we met extraordinary professionals and learnt a lot about ourselves. Dario, Ivana and the staff were great and took care of every detail!
Location: Zadar, Croatia
Course Description
Boost Your Well-being in a Relaxed and Inspiring Environment
Would you like to feel more balanced, energized, and connected—both in your personal life and in your classroom? This course is designed for teachers and educators who want to improve their physical and mental well-being by learning from the Mediterranean way of life. Through a combination of mindfulness, movement, nutrition, and cultural experiences, you will explore practical strategies to create healthy habits for yourself and your students.
Whether you are looking to reduce stress, improve your daily routines, or bring more positivity into your school environment, this course will offer hands-on experiences and easy tools to support your journey—and inspire the people around you.
Experience the Mediterranean Way of Life and Share It With Others
Participants will explore the core elements of the Mediterranean lifestyle, which promotes balance, connection, and a slower pace of living. You will take part in daily yoga and meditation sessions to improve focus and relaxation, enjoy guided food tastings of Mediterranean cuisine, and discover the concept of pomalo—a local philosophy that encourages you to take life slowly and enjoy the present moment.
You will also explore the richness of Dalmatian intangible heritage—including traditional customs, music, storytelling, and community values—which play a key role in supporting a healthy lifestyle and building meaningful social connections.

Through interactive workshops, outdoor learning, and reflection activities, you will learn how to bring these healthy habits into your daily routine, classroom, and wider school community. You will leave the course with the tools and motivation to support not only your own well-being but also the well-being of your students, colleagues, and surroundings.
Learn Through Movement, Nature, and Mindful Practices
Our experienced trainers will guide you through a variety of activities designed to support your well-being and inspire positive change in others. From movement-based learning and nature walks to digital wellness and breathing techniques, this course will help you build a healthier lifestyle step by step.
We are taking our Erasmus classes outdoors, by the sea, next to the river, in nature. We practice Mindfulness and support each other, and explain why one might be feeling the way they are feeling. You will be taught how to lead an overall happier, more fulfilled life as well as to release the tension and stress to focus on the beauty you already have in your life.
You will explore how to use these methods in your classroom and how to lead by example. As a teacher, your habits and mindset influence your students—and this course will help you become a model for healthy living and mindful teaching.

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the course, participants will:
✅ Understand the key principles of the Mediterranean lifestyle and how to apply them
✅ Practice yoga and meditation to improve personal well-being and share these techniques with students
✅ Learn about the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet through food tasting and workshops
✅ Discover the pomalo lifestyle and how to bring calmness into daily school life
✅ Explore the value of outdoor learning and physical activity for mental and emotional health
✅ Gain tools and ideas for promoting mindfulness and healthy routines in the classroom
✅ Transfer the knowledge gained to students, colleagues, and the wider school community through simple, everyday actions
THE COURSE FEE INCLUDES
- Full programme of study sessions ( minimum 25 hours per week );
- Course materials;
- Certificate of attendance;
- Europass, on request
- Learning Agreement, on request
- Visits to local institutions;
- Personalized support;
- Expertise of Local Provider on location during the mobility;
- Free WIFI internet;
- Coffee and tea breaks;
- Administration costs.
Work on your professional and personal development under Erasmus+ network, build strong relationships with your colleagues from all over Europe and explore amazing culture and nature in Croatia’s beautiful city of Zadar!
