About Our Team

Kerry Spina                                                             

Kerry is the original co creator of the Kids in Harmony program she has been facilitating at Kids in Harmony from the very first term in July 2003.  Over the past 6 years Kerry has been the sole creator of the Kids in Harmony program and continues to strive for excellence in providing a first class program for children and their families. 

Kerry has been working in early childhood since 1999. She has a beautiful little boy named Isaac and her core values are seen consistently throughout this program.  Kerry was a dental nurse for 19 years and while working in this area studied and worked towards her qualifications. Kerry is a qualified Yoga Teacher Level 1 (My Health Yoga Brisbane). Virtues Facilitator (VPI),  Certified Remedial Massage Therapist (AAMT – Australian Association OF Massage Therapists) Certified Infant Massage Instructor (Infant Massage Australia) she has certificates in Aromatherapy, Colour therapy,  Stress Management, Brain Gym, Level 1&2 Radiant Child Yoga Program, Cert4 workplace training and assessment, Level 1 Yoga for the special child with Sonia Suma.  Simply Kids private customised training in Children’s Yoga: Incorporating safe yoga practices into the Harmony program for babies to 7yrs.  Monkey Magic Yoga for children.  Kerry has experience in Neuro-Education and believes totally in the role of the parent/caregiver as the child’s first and most important teacher. Kerry is also the creator of the 'Harmony Cards' for kids which are to be released in November 2010. 

Hi, my name is Kerry Spina. I am the owner director of Kids in Harmony. As a wife and mother, I fully understand the pressure and expectation we put on ourselves in becoming the best parents that we can be, and the need to give our children emotional security and an ideal learning environment both in and outside the home. It was finding this balance that lead to the creation of this program.  I felt that I wanted to be able to take my child to a program that could be instrumental in building character education whilst also being fun, educational, musical, honouring the spirit of my child and nurture emotional development.  But wait there is more -  I also felt that such a program also needed to honour my choices as a parent.  I strongly believe that Kids in Harmony has become the program that I wanted for my child 9 years ago and whilst it looks like a lot to ask in a program - Kid in Harmony is proof that it is possible. 

Being raised in such a large family with my mother beingn one of twelve children, it was inevitable that early childhood would be and always has been a love of mine.  I am blessed to have had the support, love and guidance from my familiy to be part of such a positive program. I love the rewards this program offers the ‘Kids in Harmony’ families and the virtues and values that it reflects.

I have been a Remedial Therapist and Infant Massage Instructor since 1999 and this is where my passion grew for baby/early childhood development and parent education.  After the birth of my son Isaac,  I felt very drawn towards developing a program.  Whilst there was great programs around at the time, I really felt that I wanted something different for my child and to feel supported in my role as a parent.  The beauty of the harmony program is that it can be easily implemented within the home environment. 

I am blessed in my family  that my husband and I not only share a passion for Natural Therapies and Child Development but we also share a passion for our beautiful little boy Isaac.  Isaac has taught us more about life than any course, book or workshop could ever deliver.  Most importantly he teaches us to live with joy and the value of living in the moment.   We love and enjoy parenthood and both believe in the importance of instilling in our child virtues education and a strong sense of self-belief.

MY VISION for Kids in Harmony - that it is available all over the world!  That communities big and small can experience Kids in Harmony and that families find joy and strength in developing a value system that keeps their family strong.

Harmony Mission: To bring to flower the essence and beauty of each child through music, massage, relaxation and values education.

kerry@kidsinharmony.com.au

Lucia Gosling

Was the original co-creator with Kerry Spina for the first 12 Months of the Kids in Harmony program - from July 2003 - July 2004.  Due to the very successful growth of Lucia's business (Arties Music and the Music Hut) she left the Kids in Harmony Program in June 2004.  Lu still plays an musical advisory role in the Kids in Harmony program and continues to give support to the centre. Although she may not be present at the centre she will never be forgotten. Lucia and her husband Wayne were very instrumental in the operations of Kids in Harmony and it was the original “funky purple shed” behind Arties music that gave Kids in Harmony its original home and foundation. 

Fred Beattie

Fred is our newest member of the team and it feels like she has always been at Harmony.  She is the first little friendly face you see at the door and the beautiful cheery voice on the phone.  Fred commenced working at Kids in Harmony in 2009.  She originally became involved with Kids in Harmony when she attended with her daughter Bella in 2007 and continues to come as a Muma.  Fred is the coordinator of the centre and loves her role immensley. 

My name is Bianca Beattie (my nick name is Fred)

I have been nick named Fred since utero and my parents called me that on the day of my birth.  I love my birth name aslo and feel lucky to have two names.

I have passion for history and was privileged to participate in a WW1 tour of remembrance in 2001. Through extensive research we located the final resting places of family and members of our local community, filming a documentary of our travels and our search for these brave and courageous men.

I had the amazing honour of reading the ode at Villers-Bretonneux in France on ANZAC Day, as well as being a part of Mein Gate ceremony in Belgium. 

I am currently studying a course in creative writing and would love to someday write and illustrate inspiring books for children.

I love being around children as they embody all I strive to be.  Vibrant, enchanted and open with their hearts.  I believe that if children are allowed to develop freely, they will feel a connectedness with everthing around them and be naturally caring to each other and the world around them.

I am a mother to my beautiful daughter Bella, we have been coming to Kids in Harmony since she was six weeks old and during that time we have created many beautiful memories inside the Harmony classroom.  I absolutely adore the Harmony program and everything it stands for.  As a parent I believe that the supporting environment that Kids in Harmony offers is beautiful and watching all the children learn and grow is something that I am thankful for each day.

I am hungrily waiting to do some study in the area of child development.  I have always loved children but the birth of my daughter has really guided me towards this goal and I am excited to start this journey.

Kate Martyn

Kate has been a facilitator at Kids in Harmony for 4 years and is a much loved and adored teacher.  Kids in Harmony blossoms in her presence and with Kate's love of children and values education she brings peace and harmony to the harmony centre.  Kate completed her certificate in Childcare from the College of Early Childhood Studies in Indooroopilly Brisbane.  Kate is a trained childrens Yoga teacher and has trained with Simply Kids private customized training in Children’s Yoga: Incorporating safe yoga practices into the Harmony program for babies to 7Yrs.  She also trained with Monkey Magic Yoga for children 3 - 14 Yrs.  Kate is also working towards the Virtues facilitators course and is passionate about child development.

Hi, my name is Kate Martyn; I am delighted to have the opportunity to be involved in such a unique program that has positive outcomes for families, the community and most importantly, our children.

I have always enjoyed being a part of the growth and development of children and their families. I first started in the childcare industry in 1997, when I completed a Certificate in Childcare from the College of Early Childhood Studies in Indooroopilly, Brisbane, and worked in childcare locally until the birth of my first child.

When I first started providing care for children at age 18, I was enthusiastic about giving children opportunities to be creative, individual and spontaneous. All areas that I am still passionate about, with my own beautiful children: Braithan and Jazlyn. And now, 10 years later, I am excited about combining my passions in my role as a facilitator within  kids in harmony.

The Kids in Harmony program is one I truly believe in. It is refreshing to be part of a program that recognises the importance of teaching children to relax and listen to their inner being, and provide parents with a support and practical ways to implement relaxation into their homes and everyday lives.

I feel that teaching children to love and appreciate, who they are in their developing years, provides the foundation for a healthy self-confidence and esteem. I love that the program also encourages and promotes the important virtues of respect, acceptance and harmony. What better way to encourage this beautiful balance than through the creative medium of music and movement!

I am enthusiastic about providing support to parents and families in the kids in harmony community .I look forward to lots of singing, dancing, learning, growing, and harmony with you on Thursday and Friday families.

About Ann-Marie (Tablelands/Mareeba)

Welome to Tablelands/Cairns

Ann-Marie Torrisi is the Owner / Teacher of the Cairns / Tablelands franchise area.

Ann-Marie has completed her Diploma in Education (0-12yrs) and is qualified in early childhood neuro development. Ann-Marie has also completed level 1 Yoga for the Special Child with Sonia Sumar and is a certified Infant Massage Instructor. In 2007 Ann-Maree completed the Simply Kids Children’s Yoga workshop – customised for the Kids in Harmony Program for Children 6 weeks to 7 Years.  She is currently completing her Bachelor in Communications at James Cook University. 

Hi my name is Ann-Marie Torrisi and I have been working with children 0 – 12 yrs for a period of 18years, but it was while I was living in Townsville in 2000 that I discovered my passion for working directly with parents. Since then I have been facilitating parent education programs.

In 2003 my family and I decided to move back to the Tablelands and I was delighted to open up the first Kids In Harmony facility outside of Townsville.
With support from Kerry and my wonderful family over the past four years I have established centres in Mareeba, Atherton and Cairns including child care centre programs.

This holistic program allows me to blend my love of working with children and parents in a fun, supportive and educational environment.

I have thoroughly enjoyed bringing this unique program of music, massage and relaxation to the families of this region and am very excited about being a part of a bright and innovative future with Kids In Harmony.

gymkih@bigpond.com