95-hour Kids Yoga & Mindfulness Teacher Training
With Paige Griffith
Saturday + Sunday, every other week
June 8 - August 3, 2024
Description: As a Licensed Affiliate of Challenge to Change Inc., I will be facilitating this comprehensive program designed to train individuals in the art and science of teaching yoga and mindfulness to toddlers, children and teens. To learn more about Challenge to Change and their worldwide trainings, visit their website.
Key Components
Foundations of Yoga
Trainees will learn:
Basic yoga poses (asanas) & anatomy
Yoga flows
Meditation practices
Introduction to the chakra system
Ethical considerations & professional conduct
Child Development & Psychology
Trainees will learn:
Physical, mental, emotional development of toddlers, kids, & teens
The unique needs and challenges of different age groups
A basic understanding of anatomy and physiology to ensure safety of their students. These are tailored to suit the developmental stages of children.
Guidelines for teaching yoga to children through a trauma informed lens
Lesson Planning and Class Management
Trainees are taught
How to create lesson plans and sequences that are creative, engaging, and age-appropriate
Tips for incorporating storytelling, games, music and props into yoga classes for kids
Strategies for maintaining discipline, creating a safe and inclusive environment, and handling behavioral challenges
Trauma-Informed, Special Needs, & Inclusivity
Trainees learn how to:
Develop an understanding of the effects of trauma on a student’s body, brain, and overall well-being
Adapt yoga practices through a trauma informed lens to be inclusive and accessible to all children
utilize yoga, movement and mindfulness activities that can be used with students in a way that helps promote the building of resilience to mitigate the effects of traumatic experiences
Tools to Grow a Successful Kids Yoga Business
Trainees will learn:
How to implement yoga and mindfulness programming into the studio setting, schools and community
Tips and marketing strategies that will support them in creating their own finacially viable yoga business
How to develop their own emotional intelligence skills so they can thrive in their personal and professional lives
Price: $2000
*Optional $500 non-refundable deposit to secure your spot - You can make your deposit here
FAQs:
Do I need to already be a yoga teacher to become a kids yoga & mindfulness teacher?
No! There is no background in teaching or yoga needed. We will cover all necessary skills and tools to facilitate a safe and effective class.
Where will I be able to use these teaching skills?
Anywhere. In your home with your own children, in a classroom setting as a teacher, in community kids classes, the possibilities are endless!
Will I still be able to use these tools in a school if we can’t use yoga language?
Absolutely. This training will give you all the tools necessary to facilitate classes and use social emotional learning based language and mindfulness language!
