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Yoga 4 Kids at the YOGA STUDIO in Little Downham

What are the benefits of yoga for children?

Practising yoga from a young age helps to keep flexible, builds strength and stamina safely, better sleep, improve their levels of concentration and perform to their full potential at home and in school. The combination of breathing, posture work and relaxation/visualisation techniques help children to gain in self- confidence and come to terms with many of their physical and mental developmental changes.

The elements of Hatha yoga are incorporated, using breathing, posture and relaxation/visualisation techniques and are designed to appeal to children. Hatha yoga is based on a system of eight steps. These ’codes of conduct’ are thought in a child friendly manner and lead to a better quality of life.

At what age can children start yoga?

Classes are divided in 3 groups and run according to school terms:

4 - 7 year olds:
Playful yoga poses using games along with animated breathing exercises, will be the focus.
A fun class for kids with lots of action and a quiet time at the finish.

8 - 12 year olds:
We explore flowing sequences, balancing poses, breathing exercises and relaxation techniques.
Partner poses and cooperative yoga games inspire positive peer interaction.
This class encourages a deeper sense of body awareness, self-exploration and inter personal skills.
12 years +:
A teenagers life is in constant state of change. Physically, they are undergoing a huge transformation as their bodies mature. Additionally, academic, the social and family pressures that they experience are causes of stress. Yoga promotes a sense of calm and emotional wellness, resulting in a sense of peace and a positive outlook.

PLEASE NOTE: Each Kids Yoga class will be oriented towards the age ranges and abilities described above, however you the parent may choose which class is appropriate for your child or may choose to place all your children in the same class.

Please refer to website for location, timetable and prices.Yogamats are provided. Please wear comfortable loose clothing. There is a waiting room next to the studio where parents can stay while kids are practising yoga. Parents may join in practising yoga if the child needs settleing time.

For further information or to book a place please contact:
Lisa: 01353 740161 - lisa@hofereaston.fsnet.co.uk
Mark: 01353 698090 - www.sivanandayogastudio.co.uk

SATURDAY 9.45-10.45am 4-7years 11-12noon 7-11years  |  Classes £4.50 in advance. £5 drop in
THURSDAY 4.15-5.45pm 12+ years  |  Classes £5 in advance £6 drop in

Lisa Easton has been practising Yoga for over ten years and qualified as a ‘Sivananda Yoga Teacher ‘ in 2008 at the Ashram in Reith, Austria.
She teaches regular adult morning classes at the ‘Yoga Studio’ in Little Downham.
Lisa completed a course ‘Teaching Yoga To Children’ at ‘The Special Yoga Centre’ with Jo Manuel in London and has an up to date CRB check.