Children's Yoga

Children's Yoga

I teach Hatha yoga to children in schools during term time only mainly during health promotion weeks. Please contact me if you would like me to come into your school for health promotions or as part of the Curriculum for Excellence.

Yoga supports the emotional and physical development of a child as they grow into adulthood. Yoga is a great way for young children to really connect with their bodies, mind and soul. There is so much emphasis these days on children "doing stuff" with little or no concern in teaching children the skill of managing their energy. Without this skill how can we expect our children to be able to concentrate in class when they have no body/mind skills. Yoga fits beautifully into the Curriculum for Excellence "Health and Well being" area. Yoga can improve motor skills, confidence, self-esteem, breathing, coordination, posture and self discipline, to name but a few of the benefits. As they go through primary school and start to learn about the world, where they fit in and the relationships they have with others, yoga can support this time of change and ease the transition into the preteen years. Yoga allows the true nature of a child to shine through.

The Benefits:

Boosts self-confidence and self-esteem.
Develops strength, flexibility and balance.
Improves breathing patterns.
Improves concentration and gives a sense of well-being.
Encourages children to accept themselves and others as unique individuals.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/education/8572385.stm

These are some of the schools I have taught in: Longforgan Primary, Gowriehill Primary, Lochee Primary, St Mary's Primary, Tayport Primary, Clepington Primary, St Pauls RC Academy, Craigowl Primary, St Josephs Primary, Ferryport Nursery, SS Peter and Paul Primary.

Testimonials
"Thank you for teaching us yoga. I loved it so much. It felt so relaxing that I nearly fell asleep!! I really want to do it again and again and again."
Nicola P3, St Mary's Primary, Lochee, Dundee

"Thank you for coming in during our health week. It was a very enjoyable activity and one of my favourites. You taught me how to find my inner peace. I find the best way to enjoy life is to relax and you taught me to do that but better."
Sacha P7, St Mary's Primary, Lochee, Dundee