by Amanda James | Oct 14, 2021 | Asanas, Benefits of Yoga, Breathing, KAY Music, Meditation, Props, The Joy of Teaching, Yoga Activities, Yoga at Home, Yoga in Schools
*Most of these activities can be modified easily for virtual classes.* Halloween is often a very exciting time of year for children. Between the spooky decorations, the piles of candy, and the pressure of choosing the perfect costume, kids can get pretty wound up....
by Amanda James | Oct 11, 2021 | Asanas, Benefits of Yoga, Books, Breathing, The Joy of Teaching, Yoga Activities, Yoga at Home, Yoga in Schools
When you think of October, chances are you think of pumpkins! Whether as a fall-specific spice, a fun Jack O’Lantern craft, a tasty pie, or a festive decoration, pumpkins are synonymous with fall. So take that seasonal energy to your yoga mat with some...
by Mary Ann Ewert | Oct 7, 2021 | Asanas, Breathing, The Joy of Teaching, Yoga Activities, Yoga in Schools, Yoga Stories
I always begin my classes by having the kids lay face down on their mats in Crocodile pose with their foreheads resting on their hands. Whenever your forehead touches something, it automatically sends a signal to your brain to calm down. I find that most children can...
by Amanda James | Oct 4, 2021 | Asanas, Benefits of Yoga, KAY Music, Meditation, The Joy of Teaching, Yoga Activities, Yoga in Schools
I’m the first to admit it – one of my favorite parts of teaching yoga to children and adults is kicking off my shoes and being barefoot! Not only is it more comfortable, but going shoeless is good for you, too! You gain better control of your foot...
by Amanda James | Sep 30, 2021 | Asanas, Benefits of Yoga, Props, Yoga Activities
Teaching Kids Yoga is not usually a formal affair, but neckties are certainly encouraged in my classes! I love using props in both my children and adult yoga classes, and neckties are a fun, creative prop that naturally leads to a fun, creative practice. I started...
by Jacquie Bullard | Sep 23, 2021 | 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, external...
