Basecamp for life
Offering accessible and enjoyable health and wellness resources to schools, community organizations, and families.
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A note from the founder:
Katie Mathews is a wife, mom of two, and the passionate founder of Basecamp for Life, a wellness company dedicated to fostering mindfulness in children, educators and parents. Through customized programs for early childhood centers, private consultations for parents, and workshops for educators, Katie empowers others to integrate mindfulness into their daily lives. Her work focuses on the core wellness pillars—rest, mindset, movement, and food—helping children build a strong foundation for lifelong well-being.
With a personal journey rooted in overcoming significant health challenges, Katie began practicing visualization at age 2.5 and meditating by 8. These early experiences shaped her belief that mindfulness isn’t just a tool for adults in crisis—it’s a lifelong gift we can give our children from the start. Through her virtual memberships and hands-on programs, Katie helps parents and educators create mindful connections with children, equipping them with tools to navigate life’s ups and downs.
Katie likes to think of herself as a friend to educators and parents—and a helpful adventure guide for kiddos. Her mission is simple but powerful: to make mindfulness accessible, impactful, and part of everyday life—ensuring the next generation grows up with the emotional tools they need to thrive.
“By introducing mindfulness early, we give children the strength to handle life’s challenges with resilience and grace.” – Katie Mathews
Our Mission
Basecamp for Life was created to give schools, parents, educators, leaders and children the ultimate basecamp for life with tools in mindfulness to help them navigate whatever life sends their way. By supporting educators leaders and kids, we can build healthy communities and a healthier collective.
Seeing a critical gap in mindfulness tools, we recognized a need for educators, caregivers etc to bridge this gap while also continuing to educate our children.
Basecamp for Life addresses this need by offering programs, experiences, events, and classes for both adults and kids, focusing on the four pillars of mindset, movement, nutrition, and rest.
The goal is to empower educators, caregivers and organizations with the tools to bring awareness to mindfulness skillsets, promoting holistic wellness and building a foundation for healthier, more resilient communities.
Our Vision
We envision a world where everyone has access to the knowledge and tools they need to live mindfully and well. By fostering a supportive community and offering supportive wellness programs, we aim to create a future where families and organizations that support children can thrive together.
Our Goals
Our goals focus on promoting family health and wellness through accessible and enjoyable resources. We aim to enhance physical, mental, and emotional well-being, encourage active lifestyles, and collaborate with community organizations for impactful programs. By adopting a holistic approach, we provide long-term support, inspire wellness journeys, and empower informed decisions. Together, we build a supportive network, celebrate successes, and share stories to inspire others.
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Discover how mindfulness supports wellness for families and kids to lead healthier, happier lives. Through our holistic approach to wellness using movement, nutrition, mindset and rest, we help families develop the skillsets used to create the basecamp for life
