Yoga for Children

   Yoga teaches control of the mind, desires, and reactions to stress, developing in its practitioners an ability to maintain inner peace at all times in all actions. That in turn helps children to achieve physical and mental health.

   Yoga is a practice developed 5000 years ago by the sages of India. It stills the thought-waves of the mind through breath work, bodily postures to refine and energize the body, and relaxation. These practices impart serenity, evenness, and mental clarity. Hatha Yoga, the type of yoga I teach, puts the body in touch with its connection to other levels of being - mental, emotional, and spiritual.

   Yoga not only calms the mind and spirit, it also helps the body to become stronger, more supple, and more coordinated. Students become more aware of their bodies and how they work, leading to an increased respect and resulting in improved self-esteem. These qualities lead to empowerment and choice. Yoga teaches ways to cope with stressors and enables its students to act on their own behalf in health-enhancing ways.  Return to previous page.