“Be the coach, not the critic” became the foundation for this children’s yoga and mindfulness lesson focused on confidence, resilience, and positive self-talk. Through movement, breathing, and playful challenges, kindergartners practiced encouraging themselves instead of giving up when things felt hard.
Category Archives: Yoga Class Themes
Follow the Breather Leader: A Simple Game with Big Benefits
My yoga class today was *pure magic*. We played a new yoga game I called **Breather Leader**, and it was an absolute hit with my students. It had everything I love in a children’s yoga session—connection, movement, mindful breathing, laughter, and leadership. Instructions: We started with a breathing circle, and passed around the ever soContinue reading “Follow the Breather Leader: A Simple Game with Big Benefits”
Flower Yoga and Mindfulness Activities for Kids
One of my favorite classes I planned this month was a Flower Yoga class for kids. My students loved using these plush, cheerful flowers that I found on Amazon. They were the perfect accessory to teach presence during Spring (and we even had some perfectly timed sneezes! Ha!) Below are some of the interactive andContinue reading “Flower Yoga and Mindfulness Activities for Kids”
Engaging Children’s Yoga Classes: April & May Inspirations
My April & May yoga classes are always focused on sunshine, rainbows and baby animals. These themes create a dynamic energy in the classroom and my students get so excited about these topics. The gloomy dreary weather we have been having in NJ needs this energy! April and May are perfect times to theme children’sContinue reading “Engaging Children’s Yoga Classes: April & May Inspirations”
Resiliency: A Yoga Class for Kids
In a world that’s constantly changing and challenging, teaching our children resiliency is more important than ever. Resiliency helps kids navigate life’s ups and downs and encourages a positive mindset. It rewires their brains to help them look for solutions. This prevents them from getting bogged down by obstacles. I have spent the past fewContinue reading “Resiliency: A Yoga Class for Kids”