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Benefits

There are many benefits of yoga for children besides having fun!

Benefits for their Body

Benefits

  • strength
  • flexibility
  • body awareness
  • anatomy
  • stillness
  • balance
  • breath awareness
Benefits for their Mind

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  • focus
  • attention
  • a peaceful & relaxed state
  • self expression
  • self management tools
  • self awareness
  • self esteem
  • self reflection
  • creativity
  • empathy
Benefits for their World

Benefits for World

  • respect for the earth
  • language development
  • social interactions
  • peace
  • connection
  • exploration
  • wonder
Research

There have been a significant number of scientific studies done in the last 10 years based on the effectiveness and benefits of using mindfulness, meditation and yoga in the classroom. Yoga4Classrooms compiled a list of Scientific Evidence for School-Based Yoga, Meditation and Mindfulness Practices.

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