Princesses teach virtual classes for children as Northampton woman launches 'The Wellness League'

A psychologist from Northampton has set up virtual classes for children during the lockdown that are taught by princesses.

Dr Audrey Tang, from West Hunsbury, set up ‘The Wellness League’ with a number of her friends to help children with their mental health and their education during the coronavirus lockdown.

The group of women, which includes teachers, a hair stylist and someone who works for the NHS, dress up as princesses while they lead the classes to help make them more accessible for younger people.

Audrey said: “I used to be a drama teacher so I had a lot of costumes from that and it’s just something I do for friend’s birthday parties.

“Luckily all my friends fit into my outfits so I spoke to them before lockdown and got everything out to them. They thought it was a great idea.

“I know what I can do to keep some pressure off the mental health arm of the NHS is try and generate positive emotional and mental fitness in those locked down.”

As well as wellness classes, there are also phonics and science lessons and hair tutorials included in ‘The Wellness League’.

Dressed as princess Anna, Elsa, Belle, Cinderella and Snow White, the women hope their virtual sessions will be interesting and engaging.

Audrey added: “We’re all in the same position, we all have something to offer even if we’re not on the frontline.

“We all thought we could boost morale and give children something to do.

“Physical fitness is not enough. Emotional wellbeing will get us through and help us rebuild after.”

All the women record their sessions in their own homes then send them to Audrey who edits and then uploads the videos to ‘The Wellness League’ YouTube channel.Audrey is planning to keep uploading new content for as long as the lockdown is imposed on the country.

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