Rock and Water Poster Packs

This exciting new publication of two Rock and Water posters sets has been developed by EduSolution, WA in collaboration with Freerk Ykema, creator of the Rock and Water Program. 

The posters add a visual dimension to the teaching of positive values, attitudes and feelings that the program embraces. Each set consists of 7 laminated  A2 posters with an accompanying cover guide. The graphics are colourful, contemporary and are supported with text that powerfully complements the teachings of Rock and Water. 

Price: A$69.00 per pack or A$129.00 for both packs

Code: R&WPOSTERS

Testomials for Posters
Rock and Water posters are an invaluable aid for schools and organisations working with the Rock and Water programme. These posters contain values and lessons for life. Students these days are highly attracted to visual information -  Freerk Ykema; developer of the Rock and Water program

The Rock and Water poster set  is a teacher product that is well overdue. Basically they are fantastic and the multicultural theme perfect -  Professor Robert Somerville; Director of Aboriginal Education in Western Aust

The Rock and Water posters are an important aspect of our Year 7 corridor. They act as a constant reminder for boys and staff of the need to be centred ,  grounded and in balance. They also serve as a guide to how we want our boys to develop as emerging men. - Ron Ruzzier; Director of Student Well Being at Salesian College, Chadstone.

Bringing It Together: 22 case studies of Rock and Water in practice

edited by Freerk Ykema, Deborah Hartman & Wes Imms

The 23 case studies in this publication describe how the Rock and Water program is implemented in settings as diverse as urban primary schools, correctional institutions, Indigenous schools, large high schools, boys’ schools, co-ed schools. You name it — teachers around Australia have taken this program and adapted it to suit their students.

For the first time, stories of implementation have been brought together along with the small-scale evaluation studies that have been conducted by the practitioners. This book is a must-have for anyone attempting to implement Rock and Water and wanting to ensure their implementation is making a positive difference for their students.

Price: A$49.50

Code: BIT

The Rock and Water Approach: Skills for physical–social teaching with boys (3rd edition)

Freerk Ykema

A comprehensive teachers’ manual on the successful Rock and Water course developed for late primary to senior high school boys. The course develops self-confidence, self-control and selfrespect through linking physical exercises drawn from the traditions of Tai Chi and karate to social issues that boys face, such as peer pressure, bullying, homophobia and sexual harassment.

The Rock and Water manual describes the 13 lessons of the course in detail, as well as providing comprehensive information on the principles behind the course and the psychological and social developmental reasons for the lesson sequences. A must for male and female teachers who want to develop students social awareness.

Price: A$55.00

Code: R&WAPPROACH

Rock and Water Perspectives: Theory book

Freerk Ykema

A book written by Freerk Ykema for everyone interested in boys’ education. It contains basic ideas about the dynamics behind boys’ behaviour and links with the theoretical background information of the Rock and Water program. It is recommended for anyone who wants to work with, or is interested in, the program.

Price: A$35.00

Code: R&WTHEORY

Rock and Water: Basic Exercises (DVD)

Freerk Ykema

Basic exercise skills for physical-social teaching for boys (video/DVD) This video contains the most important and challenging physical exercises of the Rock  and Water program and is of invaluable support for every Rock and Water teacher.

Price: A$60.00 (DVD)

Code: R&WBASICDVD

Action and Reaction (DVD)

Freerk Ykema

This video contains five scenes about different forms of violence as shown in the third day of the Rock & Water workshop. Suitable for high school-aged children only. Subtitled in English.

Price: A$60.00 (DVD)

Code: R&WACTION

Rock and Water Stress Balls

The Rock and Water stressballs enhance the understanding of the program and strengthen the transfer of Rock and Watertraining into eveyday life situations. Squeezing the ball will be accompanied by a slight contraction of muscles in the belly generating a feeling of calmness and strength. It helps students remember that they can always be in control and that they have a choice between a rock action or a water action.

Price: A$50.00 per pack of $20

ROCK AND WATER STRIKE SHIELDS

Please contact the Resource and Events Team on (02) 4921 6403 for further information on purchasing the Strike shields.