From Roots to Bloom: Yoga and Mindfulness
In this series, students will learn yoga alignment in standing postures to increase confidence on and off the mat!
Renée Balyoz
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(18)
What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Students will be taught basic foundational yoga skills which will lead to improved posture, strength, balance, and confidence! Each class begins with a short centering and calm breathing, followed by the yoga practice and ends with lying down final relaxation, or savasana. Short sequences of yoga postures will progress into a longer flow in the last class, once preliminary postures are understood. I will demonstrate postures and sequences as well as provide clear oral instructions. I will allow time for questions and comments during class and at the end. Week 1: Awareness of the bottoms of the feet in standing postures, such as Mountain, Warrior I, Warrior II, and Tree. Week 2: Awareness of the alignment of the spine in postures including Warrior III. Week 3: Introduction to the work of the muscles of the shoulders and front of torso in postures such as Downward Facing dog, and cobra. Week 4: Putting it all together: smile, breathe, and enjoy the flow of yoga!
Learning Goals
This series will focus on standing alignment which includes placement of feet, how to engage the muscles of the feet, legs and core, and proper standing posture.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
There is always a risk of injury in taking any physical exercise class. Students are expected to follow the teacher’s guided directions so that injuries do not occur. We will only work on certain yoga postures to ensure safety. Students should not deviate from these postures in class. If you think that your child is likely to deviate from instructions, please be nearby to ensure their safety. Be sure the practice space is clear of items, and it should be 3’ wide by 5’ long.
Supply List
Yoga mat and a blanket If no yoga mat is available, students should practice in non-slip socks or bare feet. Proper clothing for yoga: easy fitting clothing is required. No shorts, skirts or dresses please. Leggings or sweatpants with a comfortable t-shirt. Be sure the practice space is clear of items, and it should be 3’ wide by 5’ long.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
4.9
18reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! I absolutely love being a teacher! I have been teaching children yoga since 2013, and adults since 2014. Prior to becoming a Yoga Alliance certified yoga teacher, I received my M.Ed. and worked as a Montessori teacher for 3-6 year olds for over a decade. Amazingly, there are many things in common between the Montessori philosophy and the yoga philosophy! At the root of them both is peacefulness, finding the quiet within yourself and then bringing that to your larger community, whether that is your family, classroom, neighborhood, or beyond. I find joy in sharing both the internal (breathing, stillness, kindness, self-awareness) and external (body movement, self-control, strength) aspects of yoga with my students of ALL ages. I work with young children through seniors who may need to practice yoga in a chair. My own yoga practice has been ongoing since I was a college student. Everyday I come to my mat to move, practice prānāyāma (breathing practices) and meditation. I am so thankful for my practice and the insights I have gained in this work.
In addition to teaching Yoga and Mindfulness for children ages 3-18, I love teaching Vinyasa Flow, Gentle Yoga, Yin Yoga, and Yoga Basics.
I have two daughter and two dogs. When I’m not on my yoga mat you will find me outdoors working in my garden, hiking, camping, exploring, reading, or studying yoga philosophy. A fun fact about me is that I have freckles with the irises of my eyes! I also speak French, a traveller’s level of Mandarin, and I am studying the ancient language of yoga: Sanskrit!
Teaching credentials: M.Ed., ERYT-200; RYT-500
The above credentials mean that I have taught over 1200 hours of yoga thus far. Reviews
Live Group Class
$45
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
50 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-9 learners per class
