What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
This is a calm and relaxing yoga class for ages 8-13, but other ages are welcome to join as well. In this class, we practice mindfulness and a combination of Yin & Restorative yoga poses. We often talk about relaxation techniques and offer education about how to soothe our nervous systems. Restorative & Yin Yoga are a beneficial tools to rest the body and find comfort and relaxation at anytime, but especially close to bedtime. Expect a simple and effective yoga sequence that is safe and comfortable for kids. Each class will start with a calming breathing technique. This class will guide learners to a place of peace and relaxation. 50 minute class breakdown: ~5 minutes: Welcome + Expectations ~5 minutes: Breathing Exercise ~35 minutes: Restorative/Yin Yoga Sequence ~5 minutes: Closing Circle + Namaste How will you teach? What's your teaching style? How much will learners get to interact with you and each other? - We teach this class by gently guiding learners into relaxing yoga poses through spoken instruction and physical demonstration. Our teaching style is warm and friendly. The learners will be able to interact with the teacher and the other learners during the welcome and introduction period of the class. After that, we encourage all students to stay on mute (as to not disturb the peace of the other learners) and use the chat box to communicate with the teacher directly throughout the class. Is there any required experience or background knowledge that learners should have before enrolling? What is the pacing of the class? - There is no required experience or background knowledge that learners need to know before enrolling. Previous experience with yoga is helpful, but not necessary. The pacing of the class is quite slow. We sometimes hold one single posture for up to 2-5 minutes at a time. The teacher will speak to the students throughout the posture, or sometimes there will be periods of silence. That is intentional to allow space for mindful breathing and resting the mind.
Learning Goals
Learners will learn to relax their bodies in a calm, nurtured setting through basic breathing exercises and calming yoga postures.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class has very little risk of injury due to its slow paced nature, but just in case please be aware of any potential hazards when performing yoga as part of a fitness routine. You will need an open workout space, slip proof socks or bare feet, a mat, and comfortable clothing.
Please note, this type of yoga is much slower than other types of yoga. If you child has trouble sitting still or focusing, this class could be very beneficial. However, please stay nearby to help your child focus and relax into the postures.
Supply List
You will need an open space, slip proof socks or bare feet, a mat, and comfortable clothing. Water is also handy to have nearby. Some basic props will include: a pillow and blanket. Required Props: + Yoga Mat (or a towel would work) + 2 Pillows (or bolster if you have one) + 1 Blanket Optional Props: + More pillows (2-3 for maximum comfort!) + Blanket (for the final resting pose) + Eye mask (to help rest your eyes) + Anything else that helps you feel relaxed (i.e. stuffed animal, scented candle, night light, lamp, etc.)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
All Yoga Kid Collective teachers have undergone basic CEU Yoga Alliance certified training covering kids yoga competency. We always prioritize safety first and encourage learners to "listen to their bodies" when it comes to trying new poses and exercises.
Whitney, the head of Yoga Kid Collective, is a certified and experienced yoga instructor (200-hour E-RYT) with more than a thousand hours of teaching experience. She owns and operates the online kids yoga and fitness studio, Yoga Kid Collective. She loves working out and loves teaching yoga. She teaches from a trauma-informed and culturally-sensitive lens while also providing a fun and active class experience.
Brittany is the teacher for Calm Yoga for Relaxation on Tuesdays and freelance online teacher of several years. With a professional background and education in elementary education, her philosophy includes providing a safe and comfortable space for growing lifelong learners and nurturing learner's interests. In her free time, she likes to do yoga, go to the beach, and hang out with her family.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$18
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 94 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
3-5 learners per class