Yoga + More!

5 week series

October 10 through November 11

Thursdays 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

All kids can learn yoga! 

Welcome to a fun, inclusive yoga class where kids in grades 3 to 5 will stretch and strengthen their bodies.

Why should your child learn yoga? 

Besides an increase in physical fitness, some of the benefits for children who practice yoga are improved concentration and behavior and an increase in self-esteem and confidence. 

Each class will begin with a short community building activity so students can get to know each other and feel comfortable. Students will learn to do basic yoga poses along with guided meditation and yoga breathing techniques. Guided meditations are a way to bring the body and mind to a place of deep relaxation. It has shown to help improve creativity and problem solving. Breath regulation techniques are fun and easy to learn. They can help your child with managing emotions and stress.

Related yoga stories, crafts, and games will also be included in the classes.

What to expect during this class:

Please arrive 5-10 minutes early and wear comfortable clothes. Yoga is done without shoes. Please bring a water bottle.

If your child has a yoga mat they can bring it with them. If not, one will be provided during class.

Your teacher, Laurie Ruoti, is a certified 200-hour registered yoga teacher who has been practicing yoga for 20 years. She is also a retired CPS elementary school teacher with a Master’s Degree in Special Education. Laurie taught grades K to 8 for many years at Hamline Elementary School where she started an after school yoga class for students.

NOTE: Please visit our "Waivers" tab.  All forms must be submitted to secure a spot. 

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