Sat Mar 7 at 10am
Free: Yoga in the Park
Sat Mar 7 at 10am
Have you always wanted to try Yoga and mindfulness meditation with your kids but didn’t know where to start?
We got just the thing for you and your kids!
Yoga is a fantastic choice of exercise for kids of all ages because it has so many benefits and can be done almost anywhere. Through yoga, kids can learn to live in the moment and focus on what they are doing at that moment.
Yoga is just as beneficial for adults, so making it a family event allows for exercise and time spent together.
Mindfulness and meditation have been scientifically proven to reduce anxiety, increase empathy, and promote happiness and well-being in people of all ages and populations. Meditation with minis may sound like a stressful prospect, but this simple and ancient practice can take many forms and actually be kid-friendly.
Join Kristi Floyd as she guides you and your family in staying in the present moment with different meditation techniques that are fun and engaging for the whole family*
We have mats and props available, all you need to bring is an open mind and curiosity!
Minimum age 5 years old.
$5 per person.
*Parents must attend with their kids
Yoga can help with emotional healing like a gentle massage for your heart. It can help you process and release emotions, improve self-awareness, and increase feelings of happiness and well-being. Plus, it's a lot more fun than sitting in a therapist's office all day.
To prevent injuries during yoga practice, treat your body like a delicate flower – with care and respect. Warm up properly, listen to your body, and don't push yourself too far. And remember, it's better to take a break and rest than to force yourself into a pose that could lead to injury.
Yoga is like a circus performer, juggling multiple tasks at once. It improves your balance by strengthening your core and leg muscles, and it enhances your coordination by teaching you to move your body in sync with your breath. Just don't expect to run away and join the circus after a few classes.
Yoga helps with stress and anxiety like a superhero cape, giving you the power to overcome your fears and worries. It can help you learn to breathe through challenging situations, increase resilience, and reduce the physical symptoms of stress. Plus, it's a lot more comfortable than wearing a cape.
Expect to feel like a human pretzel at times, but don't worry, you'll eventually become a master of the art of twisting and bending. You'll also likely experience a sense of calm and relaxation, and possibly even a newfound appreciation for your body and its capabilities.