kids yoga
Kids Yoga at Fair Haven Yoga Studio
Bitty Buddahs -Ages 3-5
Teeny Yoginis -Ages 5-7
Junior Yogi’s -Ages 7-10
Tween Yoga -Ages 10-14
Children are encouraged to explore and discover the mind and body in a fun-filled way!
A fun, creative approach to yoga that can be very helpful for children whose bodies are still developing. The use of animated poses and basic stretching exercises promote strength, flexibility, coordination and body awareness. Breathing and visualization techniques teach kids how to focus, relax and develop self-control.
At Fair Haven Yoga we believe that yoga is a discipline that can lead kids on a path to a calm and balanced life – as well as help them build a strong and flexible body….tools they can use in everyday life. We have developed our programs with this in mind.
Classes are tailored for each specific age group. Our Bitty Buddhas and Teeny Yoginis learn primarily through play, and yoga is no exception! We keep the environment lively through weekly themes and upbeat music. Teachers encourage participation as our littles yoginis develop their very own yoga practice!
Our Junior Yogis are ready for a little more structure and we work with them through a loose structure of a traditional yoga class, while still allowing for “side trips” as needed. Classes still follow a theme, and teachers are constantly modifying based on the specific makeup of each class.
Tween Yoga most closely resembles a traditional yoga class modified for the pre-teen and early teen needs. We sample a variety of yoga styles, explore breathing and meditation, and work to instill the concept of “taking yoga off the mat” to help them through these challenging years. We hold a variety of workshops for this age group as well.
At Fair Haven Yoga, we practice fun-filled yoga poses and breathing exercises to promote:
- Physical Strength and Flexibility
- Concentration, Focus and Attention
- Inner Strength and Body Awareness
- Confidence and Self-esteem
- Relaxation and Self-control
- A Feeling of Well-being and Respect for Others
- Love for One’s Self, Inside and Out
