Workshops
Kids Program
July 26: 5 pm-8pm Haywire Barn/ July 27: 12 pm – 5 pm Mainstage
Logan LeBlanc – Program leader, owner of Inner Nature Learning
I am a dad, a teacher, and a forever student of life on a journey to inspire more joy, unity, and empowerment into the hearts of everyone I possibly can. I am grateful to be able to find ways to help myself and others heal through laughter, music, meditation, nature, Reiki, yoga, and play every day. I love learning and exploring the natural world while teaching students about their inner nature and how to live in harmony with the two. I encourage everyone I meet, including those reading this right now, to truly believe in their own superpowers. Psst.. your superpower is being you – fully, authentically expressing your awesomeness. No one else is you. Soooooooooo…..
HAVE FUN BEING YOU!
Drum Circle led by Zen Rhythm
July 26: 4 pm Mainstage
July 28: 10:30 am Mainstage
Beats n Yoga Workshop
July 26 – 6 pm Mainstage
Authentic Empowerment
Combing sound, mindful movement and meditation, join Mallory Dawn and Parab Poet for a Beats n Yoga Experience at Haywire Festival. Move to the rhythm, connect with your breath and cultivate community as they guide you on a journey within.
Slush Ropes with BuzzRoc
July 26: 7 pm Market Stage
What is Slush Ropes?
Low impact cardio designed for all, no matter shape, size and ability. Allows you to become one with the rope and dance with it! Slush ropes came to BuzzRoc when he was preparing for hip replacement surgery. To become stronger before he became weak. To get where he is today!
He wants to share his love for slush rope flow and inspire his community to Get Up and Get It, and Just Flow Baby! Not only physically healing it is also mentally healing! Your inner child gets an opportunity to shine and you will smile like never before!
Belly Dance Basics with Kristy A.K.A. Lady Buzzrock
July 26: 8 pm Market Stage
Kristy strives to create unity and connection in her classes and artist practice. The sessions Kristy has created for Haywire Festival is to explore the world of belly dance through a circle dance choeography. Together we will explore sensual movements, isolations and belly dance basics. The connection created through this dance eliminates barriers, builds togetherness among the participants, and promotes equality. Kristy is looking forward to sharing her 20 plus years experience of dance and music.
She will be accompanied by Tribal Vibes Wild Fire her crew of drummers and dancers to bring this workshop to life. Through joy and playfulness participants will experience a heart centered session infused with peace, love, unity and respect.
Hula Hoop Making & Dance Lesson for Kids
by Dianne Beckett
July 26: 8 pm – Haywire Barn
This workshop is all about preparing the perfect tool for fun and playful dance…a hulahoop!
A long lasting and strong hoop can be created from ordinary plumbing supplies plus a selection of colorful, durable tape (hockey, duck or electrical). I have been hula hoop dancing for 17 years now and still find it fun and challenging. It has increased my flexibility and dexterity enormously and I never need to worry about a dance partner in a crowd. Getting creative with the moves and the outfits! We will learn how to measure a hoop to best fit our body size and get busy making the ultimate colorful designs. Then it’s time to learn a few moves!
Movement and Meditation with Dopamine Wellness
July 27: 10 am – Haywire Barn
Amin’s training philosophy extends beyond conventional gym settings. He has worked with diverse clients, employing innovative programs that integrate bodyweight training, mobility exercises, and effective tools such as resistance bands, dumbbells, and kettlebells. Amin’s commitment to holistic health is reflected in his programs, which not only focus on physical fitness but also emphasize cultivating a healthy mindset, motivation, accountability, and discipline.
Founder of Dopamine Wellness, Amin brings passion and dedication to his work, inspiring individuals to incorporate functional fitness and movement into their lives. His approach goes beyond the physical, fostering a transformative and empowering experience for those he guides on their wellness journey.
Intrigued by the profound impact of intentional eating on her own life, Jenn walks a path of deep body wisdom. Her insatiable curiosity about the origins of food, sustainable practices, and the connection between nourishment and well-being has led to transformative experiences.
Beyond her storytelling endeavors, Jenn is a guide in yoga, embodied movement, meditation practices, food and writing workshops, drawing on her rich experiences. Jenn’s commitment to sharing wisdom is evident in the diverse teachings she has received from mentors both locally and globally.
Residing in Saskatoon with her partner, Amin Nasr, Jenn is co-owner and operator of Dopamine Wellness. Together, they create a holistic approach to well-being, blending movement, mindfulness, and nourishment to empower individuals on their wellness journeys.
Sourdough Workshop
July 27: 12 pm – Haywire Barn
Become a sourdough master with this workshop! Learn everything you need to know to sufcessfully make, maintain and bake sourdough!
”Wild Garden at your doorstep
July 27: 3 pm – Haywire Barn
From ‘Weeds’ to ‘Wild Herbs’ to ‘Nourishing & Helpful Allies’ learn how to use all those wonderful (pesky) plants growing at your doorstep.
“Stories of Haywire” Coffee Row with Dave Propp
July 27 2 pm – Haywire Barn
Join relative and neighbour Dave Propp, nephew of the late Richard Propp here to tell stories of haywire, its beginnings and share pictures of its development over the years. Join the neighbours for some story telling and memory sharing in the haywire barn.
Wilderness Skills Series
July 27 12-5 pm Food Court Area
Join Michela Carriere of Aski Holisitc Adventures for learning about survival and wilderness skills. Michela is also on this season of ALONE and here to answer your questions about her experience in the filming of season 11.
Sovereignty: The Blueprint for Principled Organization in a Chaotic World
A workshop by Noor Mitri
July 28 9 am – Haywire Barn
What does it mean to be truly human? It’s a question as old as time, debated endlessly across cultures and history, and lost in the endless surrounding ideologies. When we observe history we realize that the last version of the common human character was a direct result of the idea of universal human rights. A premise that sadly is currently being assassinated by overwhelming corruption of the essence of the human spirit. This is evident in the horrors of unfolding wars, pandemics, ideological conflicts and economic uncertainties; and if we crowned it all with the possibility of extinction due to environmental crises, we begin to see an overwhelming recipe for giving up, opening the doors of radicalization.
Meanwhile political puppetry, where the strings are pulled by the highest bidders, lead us into a parade of collapsing institutions…
Noor, a Syrian Canadian artist deeply affected by war, foresaw this grim reality 13 years ago. Moving to Canada, he struggled to break through his dual existence, rooted in traditional eastern philosophies of collectivism, and discovering western individualism.
With the 13 years war on Syria, Noor’s existence fell into an extreme sense of disintegration, loss of hope, and questioning of faith. In desperation Noor asked the creator for assistance in maneuvering this world from hell, in order to apply himself for the salvation of his children, surrounding community and all that matters. What followed was a total reality collapse brought upon a brain injury resulting from a series of concussions and post concussion syndrome which lasted for years.
“I tried everything to recover from my brain injury—resting in dark rooms, sensory deprivation, and various brain training methods—but nothing worked. It felt like I was losing myself. In my desperation, I found my father’s 3,000-page Arabic Bible and began reading. This unexpected discovery set me on a 13-year journey of studying Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
But the quest for understanding didn’t stop there. I was drawn to explore the profound answers hidden in the study of geometry, leading me to insights about human organizational structures. I discovered that true human sovereignty and meaningful living often arise from knowledge and deliberate choices, in stark contrast to imposed templates. This journey taught me the value of individual sovereignty, offering a path to navigate my life.”
In this workshop, we’ll discuss the origin of human ideologies, and the concept of sovereignty as a building block for exploration and how it can shield the individual from the ‘Hunger Games’ of modern existence, providing a principled approach to navigating our chaotic reality.
“After long years of learning and personal application, with the blessing of the creator and learnt knowledge I successfully turned my vulnerability into a teacher. A teacher that taught me the value of key principles in order to become an individual and consciously build my human character in the play of life and destiny.”
Today, Noor is a three time recipient of Canada Council for the Arts strategic grants where he leads BeatsUnion, a human centric digital innovation and a global artist movement towards sovereignty, self-sustainability, and self governance. In addition, Noor manages his family restaurant in Regina, and leads artistic and educational events in support of the global peace movement and the world peace councils.
About the Workshop:
Join us for a profound storytelling into the mysterious concepts of sovereignty, simplified by precision of mathematics and geometry. Sovereignty is not just a political idea, but an eternal truth in meaning. We’ll dive deep into the fundamental origins of ideologies and discover how sovereignty can act as a safeguard against the “Hunger Games” reality many of us face. This workshop isn’t just theoretical—but inspired from my personal journey as an artist, father. entrepreneur and ultimately as a human being.
What You’ll Experience:
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Insightful Discussions: Explore the concept of sovereignty as a powerful framework for protecting human rights in a turbulent world.
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Personal Reflections: Engage in a meditation session aimed at finding unity in our human experience.
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Live Art and Music: You can also participate in interactive art and reflect on a musical journey curated by Noor, designed to inspire and uplift.
This workshop is not just a learning opportunity but a call to action—a chance to reclaim our sense of purpose and direction in a world that often feels off-course. Whether you’re looking to understand sovereignty on a deeper level or seeking practical strategies for personal resilience, this workshop promises to be an enriching experience.
Build your Local Food Chain
Workshop presented by Fred Reibin
July 28 2:30 pm Haywire Barn
Does where your food comes from matter to you? Do you want to build more relationships with connected growers, foragers, and others who with a passion about the land and food? It takes a village to feed a village. Where better to build up your local food network than here at the Haywire Farm.
This circhle exploration will create a food map of what we collectively have to offer, where we can source local foods and supplies, and where we need to fill in gaps.
You’ll go forward with a greater understanding of the current local food reality, how you can get more connected and new relationships to support each other in sovereignty!
Agricultural Legacies
A workshop by Jonah Toth from the South Saskatchewan Community Foundation
July 28 4:30 pm Haywire Barn
The Community Foundation has been a trusted partner for 55 years, helping to facilitate and guide charitable giving in Saskatchewan and support folks in creating a legacy. We are a catalyst for community impact and have granted over $40 Million in the past decade alone to strengthen our communities and enrich the quality of life.
Join us for an engaging and interactive workshop to reflect on your own legacy. It is said that a society grows when we plant the seeds of the trees whose shade we will never enjoy. How can we each write our own legacy, not only through what we leave behind, but through what we give to our communities today?