by Kara Levy | Mar 25, 2019 | Asanas, Benefits of Yoga, Props, The Joy of Teaching, Yoga at Home
Starting a yoga practice once baby is here earth-side can be tricky! How can you keep up with your routine when your whole world has changed? It’s difficult but here are some tips I’ve learned along the way! Own Space I love the concept of a baby having their own yoga...
by Amanda James | Mar 21, 2019 | Asanas, Benefits of Yoga, Books, KAY Music, Meditation, Props, Videos, Yoga Activities, Yoga at Home, Yoga in Schools
The first time your child rolls out her mat in a yoga class, she is exposed to many new words, which shouldn’t be surprising, really. The practice of yoga is from ancient times, from a foreign culture, and utilizes a relatively obscure language (Sanskrit). And while...
by Jacquie Bullard | Mar 4, 2019 | Benefits of Yoga, Meditation, Props, Yoga at Home
“Self care” is perhaps as big of a buzzword as “mindfulness” these days, and for a good reason: we need it! As yoga teachers, we often get into the business of teaching because we care about other people, sometimes to the point of forgetting...
by Amanda James | Jan 7, 2019 | 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 children’s Yoga class! What Kind of Pet? : Begin by talking about a...
by Amanda James | Dec 31, 2018 | Asanas, Benefits of Yoga, craft, KAY Music, Meditation, Props, Yoga Activities
Turn down the lights and turn up the fun! With a little planning and a lot of creativity, you can create a memorable yoga experience for the whole family. • Decorations: Of course, this means glow sticks! You can get them at most dollar stores, so load up. Some can be...
by Jacquie Bullard | Dec 27, 2018 | Asanas, Benefits of Yoga, Karma Yoga, Props, Yoga Activities, Yoga in Schools
Hula hoops are a natural symbol of Yoga: circles represent unity, inclusiveness—and a hole you can jump through, into, and around in creative and fun ways! I also use hula hoops when teaching kids’ gymnastics and creative movement as they provide a clear,...
