Kids Yoga

Kids Yoga Prices

*Single Class/Drop in: $15
*10 class pack: $110 (comes with 1 coupon to bring a friend for free)
*20 class pack: $200 (comes with 2 coupons to bring a friend for free)
*Class packs expire 6 months from purchase date

Kids Yoga Policies

1. Pre-registration is not required for kids yoga classes. However, classes may be cancelled due to a lack of registration.

2. Kids classes can be purchased individually or by a class pack see above.

3. Class packs expire 6 months from purchase date.

4. Kids class packs are non-refundable and non-transferrable.

5. Classes are held as scheduled, even if there is a school holiday. Please refer to the schedule or the Total Body Yoga website for any schedule changes.

6. All children 4 years old and older are welcome to Total Body Yoga kids’ yoga classes. If your child has a disability or challenge that may affect his/her practice, please tell the teacher so that we may provide all of the children in class with the best possible yoga experience.

Top 10 Things to Know About Kids Yoga

1. Please be sure to use the bathroom before class begins. Children can take their shoes and socks off and put them in the changing room. Please no snacks or gum during class. We recommend not eating a heavy meal thirty minutes before class.

2. We encourage children to be responsible for getting and setting up their own mat, and putting their things away when finished.

3. As a rule of thumb, we need your help by giving your child space to express themselves within the boundaries of the class and build a trusting relationship with their teacher.

4. The goal is to teach children that exercise is fun. We teach them to love their body, honor and take care of it.

5. There is no pressure placed on children to perform.

6. Through yoga students learn to develop their will power, to value feelings (theirs and others) , to expand their intellect and to appreciate the importance of balanced living.

7. We teach to each child's unique capacities. We are sensitive to each child's moods and needs.

8. As teachers we guide, we don't dictate.

9. The Peace Place is an area a child can go if they are not participating appropriately in class.

10. We are confident children will have a happy and memorable experience. Safety rules will be lovingly enforced.

Parent Participation: We generally do not require parents or guardians to be in attendance but you are more than welcome to stay.

Kids Yoga Values NIYAMAS

Saucha -Keep it clean
Santosha - Chill out
Tapas - Self-discipline
Svadhyaya - Be studious
Ishvarapranidhana - Be considerate of the world

2010-2011 Kids Yoga Program

Don't forget it's time to register for Yoga Kids Camp!

Young Yogis: Wednesday's & Saturday's

This class is designed to accommodate all children between the ages of 4 and 12 years old. The age span provides the opportunities for siblings to attend class together (and mom or dad can take the adult class at the same time). Classes will be adjusted depending on the age group of the children in attendance so as to best serve all of the children. Expectations for children are based on their age and developmental level. Games enhance the exploration of yoga in this class.

Wednesday 5:00pm to 6:00pm Young Yogis: Ages 4-12

Class runs continuously throughout the summer, fall, winter, and spring. Adult Intermediate class offered at same time.

Saturday 9:15am to 10:30am Young Yogis: Ages 4-12

Class runs continuously throughout the summer, fall, winter, and spring. Adult Beginner class offered at same time.

Growing Yogis: Thursday's

This class is for older children and children with experience in yoga classes. Children who are in third grade and older are welcome in this class. Self-esteem and coping skills are enhanced through the practice of asana, pranayama, and guided meditation. This class provides a bridge for children into adult yoga classes. Although the class is still playful, the structure is similar to our adult classes. The Vinyasa Flow style is introduced.

Thursday 6:15pm to 7:15pm Growing Yogis: Ages 9-14

Class runs continuously throughout the summer, fall, winter, and spring. Adult Beginner class offered at same time.

Kids Yoga Benefits

Body

Develops body awareness, strength, flexibility
Builds balance, coordination and skill
Tones your body, builds muscle
Promotes good health

Mind

Stimulates imagination and creativity
Builds self-esteem and confidence
Increases focus and attention
Releases stress

Spirit

Promotes self awareness
Brings inner light to the surface
Improve sense of calmness
Teaches us to respect one's self

Suggested Kid Yoga resources you might consider:

Complete Idiots Guide to Yoga with Kids (Komitor, Adamson, 2000)
Fly Like a Butterfly - Yoga for Children by Shakta Kaur Khalsa (Rudra Press, 1998)
Like a Fish in Water - Yoga for Children by Isabelle Koch
Everything you need to know about yoga: An introduction for Teens by Stephanie Iris Weiss
Yoga Kids (Ages 3-6), Video, Parents choice winner
Yoga Fitness for Kids Ages 7-12, Video
Ei Ei Yoga: yoga for children, Video Fox Lorber Associates
My Magic Garden: A Meditation Guide for Children Written by Ilse Klipper

Yoga for Kids Sun Salutation

Yoga Sun Dance "Yogi Pokey"
1 Mountain
2 Reach up and back
3 Forward Fold Forward Fold
4 Road Runner Pose - Lunge right
5 Downward Dog
6 Mother Snake - Upward Dog
7 Downward Dog
6 Road Runner Pose -Lunge Left
8 Forward Fold
9 Standing Backbend
10 Mountain

7/29/2010

Kids Yoga Values NIYAMAS

2010-2011 Kids Yoga Program

Yoga for Kids Sun Salutation

Yoga Sun Dance "Yogi Pokey" 1 Mountain 2 Reach up and back 3 Forward Fold Forward Fold 4 Road Runner Pose - Lunge right 5 Downward Dog 6 Mother Snake - Upward Dog 7 Downward Dog 6 Road Runner Pose -Lunge Left 8 Forward Fold 9 Standing Backbend 10 Mountain

Yoga Sun Dance "Yogi Pokey"
1 Mountain
2 Reach up and back
3 Forward Fold Forward Fold
4 Road Runner Pose - Lunge right
5 Downward Dog
6 Mother Snake - Upward Dog
7 Downward Dog
6 Road Runner Pose -Lunge Left
8 Forward Fold
9 Standing Backbend
10 Mountain