SUN YOGA KIDS

Introduction:

Initially created for the British National Curriculum’s PSHE syllabus (Personal, Social & Health Education), SUN YOGA KIDS has grown into an international movement with over 300 teachers in more than 20 countries worldwide.

SUN YOGA KIDS’ philosophy stems from the belief that children need to learn mat yoga as well as yoga off the mat. Based on Kundalini Yoga with its wonderful dharma of selfless service and mindful action, SUN YOGA KIDS’ philosophy is appropriate and relevant for children growing up in today’s challenging world.

The nature and the content of the course is designed so that at the end of two days of intense discussion, listening, observation, role play, yoga and meditation you will feel confident and equipped to teach yoga to children. You will be supported by the lesson plans you will create during training and e-mentorship.

 

As a SUN YOGA KIDS teacher, your role will be:


• Teaching children practical spirituality (the YAMA and the NIYAMA, namely the first and second limbs of the eighth-fold path of yoga);

• Teaching children classical yoga postures (the ASANA, the third limb);

• Introducing The Breath, a very close friend (PRANAYAMA, the fourth limb);

• Guiding children to the wise teacher within them (PRATYHARA, the fifth limb);

• Introducing children to the sacred space within themselves;

• Sharing with children this very special part of their journey.

 

The training


Two days of intensive theory, practical, meditation, sharing and inner growth:

• Classical yoga postures

• Classroom management

• Coping strategies

• Designing yoga classes and yoga courses

• Getting started in your new career

• Where to get help and additional resource


SUMMARY OF SYLLABUS

Please note that this is a summary, as the actual course will be greatly enriched by the experience of the facilitators and the participants

  1. 350 teachers, 15 countries – be part of this network
  2. Principles of Kundalini Yoga and why it is suitable for children
  3. Yoga philosophy
  4. Sun Yoga Kids’ THREE PHILOSOPHIES
  5. Supporting the school curriculum, home-schooling and general yoga classes
  6. Anatomy of the growing child (and why certain postures / pranayama are contraindicated)
  7. Modifying classical yoga postures for children
  8. Teaching pranayama and meditation to children
  9. Storyboarding (for younger children)
  10. Creating interesting and relevant classes for children
  11. Ideas for teaching an engaging class
  12. Behavioural management, the yogic way
  13. Safety – conducting a safety audit
  14. Lesson plans
  15. Sample class teaching

Email: hello@sunyoga.com