Back to the Beginning of Go Go Yoga for Kids
Three boys. That was the total number of participants for the very first kids yoga classes that I ever taught. I was fresh out the gate with my kids yoga training and was ready and eager to introduce kids to the fun and love of yoga. After all, I loved yoga AND kids...
Don’t Miss These Fab Four Benefits of Yoga for Kids
Yoga for kids is on the rise! According to a recent study by NBC NEWS, more adults and children are practicing yoga and meditation. That is good news for our future in so many ways. Read about the benefits of yoga for kids. 1. Increases Flexibility and Strength...
Beach Ball Yoga Game for Kids
What is one of my favorite things about teaching yoga for kids? There are so many fun and creative ways to introduce poses! Beachball Yoga is one of my favorite games to use with all ages of children... especially in the summer. Buy an inexpensive blow-up beach...
Fun Partner Yoga Poses for Kids to Show Off!
Kids love partner poses! They are fun to do and equally impressive to watch. Partner yoga poses for kids and working together as a group to accomplish a goal is fun and rewarding. It builds trust and community while building confidence. It is helpful to...
8 Easy Ways to Do Yoga at Home With Your Kids
I love how yoga is something that you can actually do with your child as opposed to being a spectator to. Sports and activities such as soccer games, dance competitions, piano recitals are all fun to be an audience to, but I love how easy it is to do a few yoga...
Be Present and Mindful
We tell kids to pay attention, but do they really even know how? Mindfulness is described as paying attention on purpose. This is a skill that is important to help model and practice with children. Being present and practicing mindfulness are buzz words that are...
Don’t Take Yourself Too Seriously!
I just love this little cartoon. Check out the poor donut's expression. Panic? Worry? Self-Consciousness? Yoga looks differently for everybody and that is just one of the many different things I love about yoga. Walk into any group of kids practicing yoga and most...
Zig Zag Breathing and Giggles! Fun Way to Practice Yoga Breathing with Kids
As a Yoga Kids teacher, I am always looking for fun ways to help my students focus on their yoga breathing and being aware of themselves and others. This breath work game works well with younger ages that know each other. This will definitely help kids remember the...
Ready. Set. Go GoYoga Kids Obstacle Course
I love creating new games to use in my Yoga Kids classes. Kids naturally love to play games, it gets them moving and leads to laughter and fun which helps build community. Games are also the perfect way to practice all of the fun yoga poses that the kids have been...