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Nov 2024
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55. Bringing Yoga to Your Classroom: Pra...

Ashleigh and Alisha
About this episode

If you have been sitting on the fence when it comes to incorporating Yoga in the classroom but wasn’t sure how, or you’ve started but need some fresh ideas, then Giselle from Kids Yoga Stories in your gal. 


Giselle has taken her passion for yoga, mindfulness and education to created books and resources with the intention of sharing the benefits of yoga for children  everywhere. Not only will your students benefit from yoga practising but you will to! 


In today’s chat we talk about: 

  • How yoga practice can benefit students
  • Simple and effective yoga techniques to integrate in your classroom routine
  • How you can integrate storytelling into yoga practises.
  • Tips for teachers starting out on adding these tools to their teaching practice.


You can access more teacher strategies, classroom inspiration and a wealth of resources by visiting our website  www.rainbowskycreations.com.


Rainbows ahead,

Ashleigh and Alisha



Resources mentioned in this episode

Learn more about Kids Yoga Stories - www.kidsyogastories.com 

Connect with Giselle on Instagram @kidsyogastories and Facebook @kidsyogastories  and Pinterest @kidsyogastories 

Contact Giselle - giselle@kidsyogastories.com


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