Welcome to the Society of Living Arts And Respite (SOLAAR)!
We provide engaging, hands-on learning experiences that blend the arts and nature for children and families. Our programs are designed to spark curiosity, nurture creativity, and foster a lifelong love of learning. At SOLAAR, we believe that exploration and imagination go hand in hand. By creating opportunities to connect with both the natural world and the creative arts, we offer families a space to grow, play, and learn together in meaningful ways. Join our community and discover the joy of learning through creativity, nature, and connection.
Reviews
We absolutely love Jodi! She is an exceptional tutor who has been part of our lives for five years, and we honestly can’t imagine their learning journey without her. Jodi has a rare gift: she challenges the boys while also inspiring them. Her lessons are engaging, thoughtful, and perfectly pitched — pushing them to think deeper, work harder, and believe in their own abilities. The boys genuinely look forward to their lessons with her, which says everything.
Oliver has even said he would happily continue lessons with Jodi after graduation, simply because of how much he enjoys learning with her. That’s the impact she has.
We often joke that Jodi is our very own Mary Poppins — practically perfect in every way. Any family lucky enough to work with her will quickly understand why we feel this way.
Highly, highly recommended.
— Aya Nakamura