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Speaking & Podcast Interviews

Tess Ball, movement coach & body advocate

Tess Ball (she/they) is a trauma-informed movement coach and the owner of Ashland Strength Studio. Tess empowers folks to get curious, get strong, and feel more at home in their bodies.

Speaking Topics & Talking Points

Talks and/or interviews are tailored to suit each audience and objective. The following topics can be delivered as a podcast interview, workshop, keynote, or virtual event.

Trauma-informed coaching communication

Audience:

Fitness & wellness professionals

Key Takeaways:

The fitness industry wasn’t set up for people who are neurodivergent or hold marginalized identities.
Trauma comes in many shapes and sizes.
Use the 5 relationship checkpoints to assess your current client experience.
Trauma-informed coaching is an ongoing process.
Delivering a safe client experience is your biggest business asset.

The rebellious practice of listening to your body

Audience:

Growth-minded women & queer folks

Key Takeaways:

The problematic origins of the modern fitness industry.
Listening to your body is an act of rebellion.
How movement helps you build confidence, beat impostor syndrome, and reach your goals.
Cultivating a relationship with your body is one of the most powerful things you can do.

Energizing Movement Break

Audience:

Conference-goers in post-lunch nap mode

Key Benefits:

Help attendees get the most out of their experience by improving cognitive performance, retention, and problem-solving skills. Plus it’s fun! This makes for a great attendee experience and five-star conference reviews!
Make sure your other speakers have an engaged, interactive, audience! Movement helps improve concentration and avoid the post lunch slump!