Yoga and Arts & Crafts used as keys for children grouding, empowerment and emotional regulation.
- Jan 8
- 2 min read
Throughout my years of teaching, I discovered an effective combination of moviment and artistic expression that has shown remarkable positive results in supporting children's development. Yoga is a fantastic tool that benefits children of all ages, helping them feel more grounded and connected to their bodies and emotions. The true aim of yoga is to promote integration and unity. However, when yoga is effective but an additional boost of creativity is needed, that's where crafts come into play to our classes.
Through practical experience, I realized that combining yoga with artistic expression through crafts is an ideal way to offer children a balanced experience that integrates movement and art, eliciting a wonderful therapeutic response. Young learners are typically quick-paced, and incorporating crafts into their classes enhances the yoga experience. It serves as a form of meditation that significantly supports their short attention spans.
Time, has shown that this combination that really bring great results with children and I wish all parents knew how a truth that every parent should know: This method supports Self-confidence isn’t something a child "thinks"—it’s something that children enjoy "feel" in their bones. Through moviment, conection and expression their emotions.
Grounding: The Foundation of Bravery
When a child steps onto a yoga mat, they aren’t just stretching; they are moving energy. The physical postures (asanas) teach them how to feel stable and rooted. For a shy student, finding their balance in a pose like "Tree" or "Warrior" is the first step toward finding their voice. When they feel stable in their bodies, they feel stable in their world.
The Power of Expansion
Yoga allows children to breathe, stretch, and literally expand their presence. This physical expansion is the direct antidote to the "shrinking" effect of anxiety. By synchronizing breath with movement, our young learners experience a reinvigorating discipline that calms the nervous system and lights up their self-esteem.
The "Yoga + Craft" Connection
Why do we follow our yoga sessions with arts and crafts? It is the essential "completion" of the cycle.
Engagement: After the high energy of yoga, crafts help students remain focused and engaged for longer periods.
Low-Mess, High-Impact: We prioritize low-mess, high-focus activities that allow children to express their internal "emotional satisfaction" in a tangible way.
Diversification: We strive to keep things fresh. By constantly bringing new visual stimulation, breathing bawlls, discks for balance that can wake up children curiosity to the classroom, we ensure that the "little ones" stay curious and brave.
Self-confidence comes from the discipline of the body and the freedom of the mind. At Upside Down Yoga Kids, we don’t just teach classes; we help children feel at home in their own skin.Breathowork also help children to mantein focus and concentration essencial skills in their lifejourney, academic
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