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”
Category Archives: Yoga Class Themes
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”
January Yoga Class Themes: Setting Intentions
Happy 2025! During January, one of my main themes in my yoga classes will be setting an intention in your yoga practice. Children are actually very insightful when introduced to this topic. I love hearing about the intentions they set for themselves during our classes. What is an intention in yoga?? Setting an intention inContinue reading “January Yoga Class Themes: Setting Intentions”