10 Yoga Poses to Keep Kids Healthy & Happy: Back to School
As kids head back to school, the stress of academics, friendships, and family life can have a negative impact on their health and happiness. Without a toolbox filled with techniques, kids often suffer and slog through their school days. Kids yoga can help kids during the school year! Here are 10 yoga poses for kids that will help them release energy, increase their immune system and self-regulation skills, and feel excited about learning.
Yoga has been shown to help children manage their emotions, feel more confident in themselves, and sleep better. Mindfulness and affirmations also help kids learn better by retaining the information more effectively while enjoying it more. Be sure to print the kids yoga cards in this blog, specifically with affirmations during back to school time!
10 Kids Yoga Poses for Kids Heading Back to School
Warrior pose. Try the affirmation, “Stand tall and proud” with this pose.
Tree pose. Try the affirmation, “Sway your branches & stand steady”.
Triangle pose. Try the affirmation, “I can shape a new perspective”.
Lizard pose. Try the affirmation, “I move slow with purpose”.
Star pose. Try the affirmation, “Shine brightly with magic”.
Chair pose. Try the affirmation, “I hold myself high with confidence”.
Ragdoll pose. Try the affirmation, I’ll reach for my goals”.
Wheel pose. Try the affirmation, “I open my heart to possibilities”.
Easy pose. Try the affirmation, “Focus on your dreams”.
Child’s pose. Try the affirmation, “I honor myself with rest and love”.
Warrior & Tree Pose
These poses increase confidence by helping kids see they can do hard things! Warrior pose builds strength in the legs while tree increases coordination and balance. Both can be done by their desks!
Triangle & Lizard Pose
Both poses are great for stretching the back & hips from long periods of sitting! They also help kids see new perspectives and encourage kids to slow down!
Star & Chair Pose
Both poses build strength physically and mentally! They expand the chest and encourage resilience. These whole-body poses help kids connect the ground and sky.
Ragdoll & Wheel Pose
These poses are fantastic for increasing body awareness and stimulating the vestibular organs. They are great for releasing energy and getting kids to laugh!
Easy & Child’s Pose
These poses are the best when kids need a brain break or need a rest. It’s important for them to honor their body’s need for stillness and quiet, even if it’s short-lived! They can reflect on what they learned, how they feel, and what they are thinking without distraction.
