Space in My Body...

For children, Yoga offers a system of mindful play through which they increase self-awareness, build self-esteem, stretch and strengthen their bodies. Yoga for children can be creative and exploratory, involving story-making, story-telling and role-playing, explorations of body shape and movement and the effects - physiological, mental and emotional - of these.

I have taught yoga to children in schools across West Sussex. I tailor classes to suit different ages, needs and abilities. Generally, classes will include a complete physical workout, with breath and movement synchronised to enhance mind-body harmony. The emphasis is very much on awareness, relaxation and self-discovery. Sessions can be themed to support current areas of learning, such as Symmetry, Life Cycles, Transport or almost any other topic.

Yoga, like drama, can bring learning to life. It appeals to our kinaesthetic intelligence and our sense of fun. One child said to me after a farmyard yoga story, "I like it because you're really doing it!" 

Yoga can help children with ADHD and other behavioural problems. It is also recommended for dyslexia: it enhances focus and soothes the central nervous system, relieving the stress that can obstruct thinking and learning.

Please call if you are interested in trialling yoga classes at your school. I can also offer fun and informative INSET Yoga Training Days to empower teachers to deliver themed or general yoga lessons themselves.