요가 소개: 야마(Yamas), 아사나(Asana), 프라나야마(Pranayama)

Children will be led through a different short asana flow (physical practice) in each class with engaging, accessible movement and a short Savasana (relaxation) meditation at the end. Many of the asanas are related to animals or a nature metaphor, and children will get to channel that energy in each shape. 

Each class will build on skills learned in the previous class. Mindfulness, body awareness, conscious breath, and philosophy will be incorporated into each class. When this class ends, there will be the option to enrol in a more advanced class to go deeper into the concepts we have begun to explore in this introductory class. 

My teaching style is inquiry-based and learner-centred. I am dedicated to accessibility and inclusivity. Thus every shape is optional and can be modified for all abilities. The class begins and ends with a verbal check-in, and my language is invitational. In the middle, learners will mute but are welcome and encouraged to turn on their microphones and ask questions any time. Due to the nature of a multi-day course, we will have plenty of space for discussion and bonding among the cohort. 

The weekly schedule will run as follows: 

Week 1: Intro to Sun Salutations & ahimsa (non-harm/compassion)
Week 2: Gentle backbends & satya (truth) - beach theme
Week 3: Twists & asteya (non-stealing/celebrating our own creativity)
Week 4: Hip openers & aparigraha (non-grasping/letting go)

No prior yoga or meditation experience is required. Stretchy and/or loose clothing, drinking water, and a yoga or exercise mat are required for safety. This class is small in order to make sure I am able to check in individually with everyone, observing and responding to their practice. If your learner would prefer to get a taste of my teaching style first, you are welcome to try any of my one-time yoga classes. 

Some weeks may include readings from books from the Barefoot Books publishing company, with permission. Please note due to copyright regulations, there will be some classes that I am not able to share the video for, if I have read certain books during the class.