Rock and Water Testimonials

 

Dear Brian,
In my rush to leave, I didn’t get a chance to thank you for the three days of Rock and Water training. It was one of the best teacher training programs I have been to. I also appreciate your sharing of personal stories. You created a safe and friendly atmosphere for all of us, giving us the opportunity to extend ourselves without feeling threatened. I don’t think there are many teachers or instructors who can generate a similar environment in such a short time.

Thanks again,
Ali Razzaghi (Sydney, March 2008)

 

As a teacher, being taught is often frustrating when the presenter is not engaging. I’d have loved History if Brian was the teacher. His story telling always dragged me in even as I became tired…

Sally Curry, Canberra 2008

 

Brian was a fantastic presenter and as an ex-teacher made it relevant and practical. He hit the nail on the head in so many ways. Thankyou

Sharon Brown, Canberra 2008

 

The strengths of the program are in its simplicity and wholistic approach to understand who we are and how we are with others. Practical and engaging content.

 Thankyou Brian for leading us through the course. Your humour, passion and encouragement and expertise are refreshing. I admire the courage and conviction you shared about yourself to bring life to the course.

Liana White, Canberra 2008

 

I have thoroughly enjoyed these 3 days. I’ve surprised myself on numerous occasions by showing focus and strength I didn’t think I possessed. I love how well rock and water applies to all areas of life. Even driving home yesterday caught in traffic I used my ground/centre/focus. This program has had a huge impact on me and Brian used his passion, thorough knowledge and excellent sense of humour to lead us. Thankyou.

Catherine Guthrie, Canberra 2008

 

Brian was an excellent presenter. His enthusiasm, knowledge, humour and demeanour not only gave us an excellent understanding of the program, but also modeled the type of outstanding teaching practice that is so important in teaching boys.

Philip Batey, Canberra 2008

 

Brian was brilliant! A great mixture of expertise, knowledge, flexibility, honesty and humour. One of the best educational experiences I have ever had. A real turning point in my career. Thankyou!

Crystal Mahon, Canberra 2008

 

An outstanding 3 days. Brian, your knowledge, passion, delivery of information, sense of humour and ability to provide anecdotal information of how it works in the real world was quite empowering. Many thanks.

Roger McNamara . The Hutchins School Launceston 2008

 

It has been a pleasure to work with a presenter who is knowledgeable, overtly passionate about the program and who is engaging and personable.

Mark Cox Launceston Church Grammar School 2008

 

This program has inspired me, made me not only see a connection but feel it, and I hope I can have a positive influence on my students, and allow them too to feel this meaningful connection of the core self and life.

Kelly Dixon St. Patricks College Launceston 2008

 

Brian Hayes did a fantastic job in delivering this course. I was a doubter prior to this and now can see a definite need for Rock and Water in my life and my students. Thanks!

John Hassett Darwin 2008

 

 

This program is a must do for every child in this country. Self-concept, social awareness and self control are vital prerequisites for any learning.

The quality of instruction was as good as I have seen. The strengths were the quality of rapport built up with participants and the outstanding enthusiasm demonstrated.

Ian Rasmussen – Quinalow State School

 

I found the instructor to be nor only passionate and driven, but also his ability to relate to actual events outstanding. Showing belief in what you teach can make all the difference.

Liam Kingsbury SCISCI Career Pathways

 

Brian’s passion and enthusiasm for what he does is contagious. He is competent and knowledgeable. This is the best professional learning course I have done in 15 years.

Mellinda Effendy- Lomandra School

 

 

Very engaging and professional. I had a wonderful 3 days. It is the best, most appropriate and practical course I have been to in 16 years of teaching. I feel refreshed and ready to go!

Karen Hayward –Liverpool Boys high

 

Outstanding! A natural teacher/coach/educator/mentor. Brian was excellent in relation to knowledge and delivery of the course. Is approachable and very respectful of needs. Promoted awareness, reinforced relevance, and created a safe, trusting and productive environment.

Selwyn Brown – St Clair High School

 

Brilliantly facilitated by Mr Hayes. His passion for young people, their holistic well being, as well as his passion for the martial arts reflect in a thorough and supremely practical program.

Angus Megarrity – Mosman Council

 

  

Brian was an excellent presenter. He was very passionate about Rock and Water. This program will be f greatvalue in our mschool. I’d like to see it run across all classes and be included in our schoolo management plan.

Marg Watt, St Matthew, Page

 

An excellent presenter, clear, friendly and entertaining. I thought it was fantastic that you had an educational background.

Fiona Debenham, St.Mattthews, Page

 

 

St. Patrick’s School, Emerald 2009

 

 Rock and Water benefits you as a person and also for our vocation as a teacher. Thankyou for your enthusiasm, passion, guidance and for inspiring me. I have learned so much about myself, that I would never have if I didn’t do this program.

 

Brian was clear and had a deep understanding and passion for his work.

 

Well done, Brian. The best inservice I have been to and the most practical.

 

Most enjoyable PD I’ve done as Brian used humour and passion in his delivery

 

The stories were great as well as the background from the martial arts.

 

Brian really knew his content. Being a school teacher is a massive help.

 

Participants from St Patrick’s, Emerald

 

The strengths of the program? Brian’s belief in and passion for the program. The potential for transfer to our work environment is huge. Wonderful practical development/enhancement of lifestyles and self confidence.

This training will impact hugely on my life and my work. Every member of the program was able to step up, challenge themselves and learn in a safe environment. I’m inspired and I’ll be on a high from breaking that wood for weeks!

Attending this felt like a massive privilege.

 

Bronwyn Lunt, REHAB, Mental Health, SE Sydney and Illawarra Area Health Service.

 

The exercises were a lot of fun, but the underlying messages and the empowerment that you get from completing them is invaluable.

 

This program has really opened my mind and has forced me to challenge myself in ways I didn’t think I could. I can’t wait to try and impart some of these skills with my clients – I think it will play a very useful role in rehabilitating mental health clinets and will provide them with ways of hyaving hope for change.

 

I am in total awe of the instructor – absolutely fantastic! If I can instruct others with even half as much skill, patience, awareness and support – I know I will assist others to change their lives. Thankyou!

 

Sarah Watson, Mental health Rehab, SESIAHS

 

Brian is an excellent teacher. He is passionate, clear, focused and loves Rock and Water. Brian obviously loves young people, changing the world and his job.

 

It woke my passion again. Being grounded and centred is something I need to live each day and to teach. I’d love to teach Rock and Water every day. I think it will cross boundaries and work with trauma. Thankyou Brian, you taught me a lot. I appreciate it probably more than you think.

 

Bindi , Youth Health, Newcastle