by Jennifer Karash-Eastman | Nov 25, 2021 | Asanas, Benefits of Yoga, Meditation, The Joy of Teaching, Yoga Activities
The fall season is the perfect time to practice yoga in honor of abundance in nature and in our lives. The theme of abundance not only teaches children to give thanks for all they have but to focus on how they can give to others by being peaceful, kind, and...
by Amanda James | Mar 6, 2023 | Asanas, Benefits of Yoga, Props, The Joy of Teaching, Yoga at Home
One of my favorite themes for a Kids Yoga class is that of pets. It’s an easily relatable subject with a lot of poses already built in. Add some music and some kidding around, and you’ve got a great Kids Yoga class! What Kind of Pet?: Begin by talking about a pet you...
by Sam Eberle | Sep 28, 2022
Justice Task Force The mission of the Kidding Around Yoga Justice Task Force (JTF) is to keep KAY inclusive: organizationally, within teaching materials, and in reach. To that end, we are committed to continuing to strengthen our anti-racist and anti-discrimination...
by hhorrell | Jul 14, 2022 | Benefits of Yoga, Philosophy
It’s no secret that everyone needs a tribe. A sangha. As humans, we thrive when we have support, help, and friendship. We tend to gravitate towards those people more like ourselves and grow our community from there. And that’s okay! However, it’s a good thing to build...
by JENNIFER KARASH-EASTMAN | Mar 17, 2022 | Asanas, Benefits of Yoga, Parents/Caregivers, Philosophy, Yoga Activities, Yoga at Home
Many in the northern hemisphere look forward to the month of March. This is when the spring or vernal equinox occurs, usually around March 19-21. The spring equinox signals the transition from a long, dark winter to a light-filled spring. Of course, in the southern...