Themed Lesson Plans
Are you looking for ideas for a creative Yoga class for children? Do you want to incorporate engaging Yoga "play" into your home, classroom or therapeutic setting? Then our themed lesson plans are just what you need.
Each plan is thoughtfully structured following the same class plan outline we teach the students in our teacher training program.
You'll get practices for breath awareness, warming up, asanas, transitioning to quiet, meditation and relaxation - along with the games, creative movement and activities that make Yoga engaging and fun for children of all ages. All this is cleverly sequenced to follow a specific theme and intention. You'll also get a list of suggested supplies for the class and additional resources where appropriate.
Use the plans as is or as thought starters and supplements to your own ideas. Each one is chock full of fun practices that can easily be made into more than one class, or many different practices at home or school.
You'll get the themed/child friendly name of each pose and practice along with the Sanskrit name where applicable. Detailed descriptions of how to achieve proper alignment in each pose are not included. You'll need a basic understanding of Yoga to use these plans.
"Love that you are so thorough on the structure - and it keeps developing. If I may compliment - the LP are some of the most profound I have seen - and also they are well organized..."
Emmamaria V.
Denmark
"I just had to email you to thank you from the bottom of my heart! This class was a super duper hit....so incredibly creative!....so incredibly wisely sequenced and so very much as I would have done, except that it would have taken me a week (probably longer) to create!"
Catherine M.
Canada
Pick Your Lesson Plan
Individual lesson plans are $15 each.
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Chinese Dragons
Chinese dragons can be wise and caring as well as arrogant and mischievous. They are known to overcome obstacles until success is attained.
The Warrior Princess
The Warrior Princess is a yogi's tale of facing and overcoming obstacles.This is a children's book that comes with a free Lesson Plan.
The Great Race
Perfect for a Chinese New Year class but can easily be modified for use throughout the year.
Earth Day
Focused on earth/groundedness practices, different kinds of energy and endangered species.
Chicago
Chicago is famous for skyscrapers, gangsters, sports teams and art. It is also the birthplace of Yoga in the United States!
Cupid
Love comes in many forms. This connecting and energizing plan examines self-love, friendship, acceptance of others and more.
Hawaiian Mythology
Meet the gods and goddesses of Hawaiian mythology. There is much to learn from these stories about relationships.
Arjuna, The Greatest Archer in All the Land
Arjuna uses his superb archery skills to win the hand of the fairest princess in all the land.
My Amazing Spine
In this balancing practice we will better understand, experience and appreciate the spine.
Masters of Movement
An integrating practice that creates self-awareness and reinforces healthy practices for body, brain, and heart.
Myth of the Memory Goddess
Mythical stories help teach balancing poses that can improve memory and concentration.
Great Sages of India
Learn about the great sages of India while practicing poses named after them.
Soaring Through The Chakras
Explore the energy centers of the body through balancing bird poses.
Rainbow Crow
This beautiful Native American tale incorporates two of children’s favorite Yoga poses: Rainbow and Crow.
Wearing O' The Green
This lesson plan uses the native geography and animals of Ireland to take a Yoga journey.
Solar System
A fantastical journey to hyperspace and back, appreciating our solar system along the way.
Elephant In The Dark
Explore how our limited perceptions can sometimes keep us from learning the true, full nature of things.
On My Way To A Happy Life
Explore 7 simple lessons to open the heart, mind and spirit that help children experience increased happiness.
The Great Kapok Tree
Help children connect to nature while learning a bit about the Amazon Rain Forest and the glorious animals in it.
Ayurveda in the 100 Acre Wood
Winnie the Pooh and his friends beautifully illustrate the three main Ayurvedic doshas.
Meet Ganesha & His Family
Introduce children, and families, to Indian mythology and symbolism.
Tortoise and the Hare
Encourage self-acceptance and teamwork using Yoga poses. Promote goal-setting and healthy habits.
Peter and the Wolf
Use Yoga poses and music to tell a story and enhance mind-body connection.
Visiting Feelings
Help children develop emotional intelligence through mindful movement and sensory exploration.
Renewable Energy
A balanced practice that develops awareness of our subtle nature by exploring natural sources of energy.
Spooky Fun
Kids love Halloween and there are many wonderful Yoga poses and games that help us celebrate this colorful, creative and creepy day.
