Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day

Are you an elementary school teacher or school counselor searching for innovative ways to engage and enhance your students' well-being? 

Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day is our brand-new, dynamic resource crafted especially for educators like you who want to bring the benefits of yoga to children in a simple, time-efficient manner.

Discover the Magic of "Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day"

🌈 Engaging Exercises for Every Day of the Week Say goodbye to lengthy sessions and hello to focused, impactful chair yoga exercises that fit seamlessly into your daily routine. Our carefully curated 50-page workbook offers 6 weeks of captivating chair yoga exercises – that's a total of 30 engaging, kid-friendly poses! Each pose comes with detailed, easy-to-follow written instructions accompanied by vibrant images of children showcasing the postures.

📚 Interactive and Intuitive Design Navigate effortlessly through the exercises with our user-friendly index featuring hyperlinks that take you directly to each day's chair yoga activity. And there's more – enjoy 30 press-and-play chair yoga exercise videos hosted on a private YouTube playlist. Created by Giselle Shardlow, the founder of Kids Yoga Stories, these videos feature an introductory breathing exercise followed by simple verbal directions and demonstrations, ensuring seamless engagement for both you and your students.

🎥 Video Integration for Effortless Practice We know that time is precious in a classroom setting. That's why we've integrated video hyperlinks on each daily activity page. With just one click, you can connect directly to the corresponding exercise video, press play, and dive right into the practice. It's never been easier to infuse a burst of energy and tranquility into your students' day.

🌟 Tailored Tips for Optimal Integration Unsure about the best times to incorporate these exercises? Wondering how to make the most out of each session? Our resourceful guide offers you expert insights on the ideal moments to practice and creative ways to optimize the benefits of chair yoga with children.

🧒 Suitable for Diverse Age Groups While designed with the lower-elementary curriculum (kindergarten to third grade) in mind, "Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day" can be easily adapted for younger or older children. Whether you're a teacher, kids yoga instructor, parent, caregiver, health practitioner, or recreation staff, this resource is your gateway to effortlessly infuse the joys of yoga into the lives of the children you nurture.

💖 Why Choose "Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day"?

  • Simplify your daily routine with bite-sized, effective chair yoga exercises.
  • Foster focus, flexibility, and mindfulness in your students.
  • Seamlessly integrate brain breaks without disrupting class flow.
  • Access video resources for interactive and engaging sessions.
  • Tailor exercises to various age groups for maximum inclusivity.

Ready to transform your classroom into a haven of relaxation, focus, and joy? Embrace the power of "Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day" and embark on a journey of well-being that your students will cherish forever.

Course curriculum

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    Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day

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    • Week 1 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Seated Twist

    • Week 1 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Side Bend

    • Week 1 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Extended Side Angle Pose

    • Week 1 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Triangle Pose

    • Week 1 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Warrior 2 Pose

    • Week 2 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Cat-Cow Flow

    • Week 2 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Forward Bend

    • Week 2 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Cobra Pose

    • Week 2 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Child's Pose

    • Week 2 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Upward-Facing Dog Pose

    • Week 3 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Knees to Chest

    • Week 3 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Pigeon Pose

    • Week 3 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Triangle Forward Bend

    • Week 3 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Wide-Legged Forward Bend

    • Week 3 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Lunge Pose

    • Week 4 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Dancer's Pose

    • Week 4 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Chair Pose

    • Week 4 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Boat Pose

    • Week 4 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Warrior 3 Pose

    • Week 4 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Warrior 1 Pose

    • Week 5 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Eagle Pose

    • Week 5 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Tree Pose

    • Week 5 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Squat Pose

    • Week 5 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Downward-Facing Dog Pose

    • Week 5 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Plank Pose

    • Week 5 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Plank Pose

    • Week 6 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Resting Pose

    • Week 6 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Crescent Moon Pose

    • Week 6 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Extended Mountain-Mountain Flow

    • Week 6 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Easy Pose

    • Week 6 | Chair Yoga in 5 Minutes a Day - Hero Pose

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Instructor

Founder

Giselle Shardlow

I'm Giselle, Founder of Kids Yoga Stories... and I totally get it! I know what it’s like to be a primary school teacher in chaotic classrooms with limited time and loads of curriculum to teach. I also have a daughter who has additional needs. In order to help children everywhere, including my daughter, manage the ups and downs of life, I’ve spent the last twelve years creating resources, workbooks, books, and guides for teachers, parents, and anyone wanting to bring yoga and mindfulness to children.  And, I’m thrilled to finally bring you my biggest, most comprehensive offering yet and help you design your very own tailor-made school yoga program. I can’t wait to meet you and work together toward a common goal—helping children be active and healthy and to get the most out of life!