Yoga for Kids

Yoga For Kids: This six week class combines yoga, lots of fitness fun, creativity, share circles, and many “inclusive” yoga games so no child feels left out.    This class allows all children to participate at their own level and guaranteed to have fun.  

We use lots of fun props such as:  yoga balls - cute tiny ones and huge ones, lots of percussion instruments, foam yoga blocks, toy plastic boats, stuffed animals, agility dots, yoga pose cards, parachute warm up games, and lots of great music that the kids just LOVE!

Some of the fun yoga games that we play:  Yoga Bingo, Crab Tag, Bowling for Butterflies, Grow Chop Chop, Duck Duck Yoga Pose, Giggle Gaggle Bubble Waggle, Sun Ray Circle, Snake Escape, Leap Frog Yoga, Shark Roll, Totem Pole Yoga, Go Stop Back to Back, Mini-Golf Yoga, many Percussion games and many more...

Relaxing stories at the end such as:  Forest Adventures, Hiking & Lake Adventures, Flower Garden Beauty, Making the Right Choices, Showing Compassion to Living Things, Finding Confidence & Believing in Yourself, Learning Courtesy with Chipmunks, and many more....

Each child leaves with a fun puzzle and/or coloring page to enjoy at home after class.  The last class is raffle day - there is always a prize for the lucky one and then everyone else also receives a special prize.  No one misses out.

Each child enjoys Angel Bear and Sweet Pea during class.  Mimi uses many products and ideas directly from Angel Bear Yoga.  If you would like to learn more about Angel Bear Yoga products, click on the Angel Bear Yoga picture below:

                                                                                   

For boys and girls ages 6 – 12
Classes held at “De-Stress with Yoga” – Home Studio of Mimi Strzelewicz,
                                                              141 Sutton Road, Webster, MA  01570

Dates & Times:                           Saturdays @ 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
2007 -  Jan. 13, Jan. 20, Jan 27, Feb. 3, Feb 10, Feb. 17. - This session has completed
2007 - March 24,  March 31, April 7, April 14, April 21, April 28 - This session has completed
2007 Fall Session:    Oct. 13, Oct.20, Oct 27, Nov. 3, Nov. 10, Nov. 17  - This session has completed.
2007/2008 Winter Session:    Dec. 1, Dec. 8, Dec. 15, Dec. 22, Dec. 29, Jan. 5 - This session has completed
2008 - Winter Session - Jan.19, Jan. 26, Feb 2, Feb 9, Feb 16, Feb 23 - This session has completed.
2008 - Spring Session - March 8, March 15, March 22, March 29, April 12, April 19 -This session has completed.
2008 Fall Session:  Sept. 6, Sept. 13, Sept. 20, Sept. 27, Oct. 4, Oct. 11 - (this class is full)




Tentative future sessions (dates could change depending on weather):
2008 Fall/Winter Session:  Oct. 25, Nov. 1, Nov.8, Nov. 15, Nov. 22, Nov. 29 - Enrollment is open for children currently enrolled.  Open enrollment starts Oct. 12th for new students.
2008/2009 Winter Sessions: Dec. 13, Dec. 20, Dec. 27,  Jan. 3, Jan. 10, Jan 17.  Enrollment will open January 3rd for currently enrolled children. Open enrollment begins Jan. 17, 2009.
Click here for the Registration Form

Here’s a few of the benefits:
  • Safely and effectively improve strength and flexibility
  • Develop strong, limber and healthy bodies
  • Improve coordination and posture
  • Learn to relax – open up to a peaceful state of mind and body
  • Express creativity and imagination
  • Increase body awareness – learn basics of anatomy and health
  • Improve concentration, attention and focus
  • Improve self esteem and confidence
  • Learn positive social interaction and playing/learning with others and learning to be comfortable while working “within” focus
  • Emotional balance – tools for coping with pressures of school and emotions
  • Fun, safe breath work to improve the nervous system – calms and relaxes the mind and body

Cost:  $60.00 per child/per session

Class size: Minimum 6 children, Maximum 10 children.

Pre-Registration is necessary: Must be paid in full and the registration form must be completed by the parent/guardian to reserve your child’s spot.  

Checks should be payable to: De-Stress with Yoga.  

Please Contact Mimi at 508-943-1579 or email:  de-stresswithyoga@charter.net to reserve your child's spot.

What I Provide For Each Class:
A Yoga mat.
Please note:  my yoga mats are available free of charge, but are property of the studio, and cannot be brought home.  I wash down each mat after each class.
(If you prefer your child to have his/her own mat, I sell them for $8.00 or they can bring their own.  If you would like to purchase a new yoga mat for your child from me, please let me know in advance).

Check With Your Health Professional
If you have any health concerns, please speak to Mimi and check with your health professional before registering.

What to Wear & Bring
Wear comfortable layered clothes: t-shirts, shorts, sweatpants, and sweatshirts.  No jeans please.  Be prepared to practice yoga barefoot.   Ü
Please bring a bottled water to stay hydrated.

It's Best Not To Eat Just Before Class
Tummies need time to digest.  Give yourself at least an hour to digest.

Arrive On Time
Please arrive 15 minutes early to allow time to settle in before class starts. Please avoid being late. Classes start on time. I lock my front door at 10:01 a.m. to avoid interruptions during class.   Pick up time is 11:15 am.

Inclement Weather Class Cancellation Policy
If class is cancelled due to inclement weather, additional classes will be held on consecutive Saturdays to ensure your child has a total of six classes.   

Refund Policy
Refunds will only be given if your child is does not enjoy the first class.  You must notify Mimi within 5 days prior to the 2nd class - a $15 administrative fee will be deducted from your refund if applicable.
Refunds will be issued in full if the minimum of 6 children do not sign up.
Missed Classes and Make-ups
No classes can be made up, unless a class is cancelled due to weather.  Sorry, no transfer of fees to another child.


Frequently Asked Questions:

Does your yoga incorporate religion?
No, absolutely not.  We focus on fun and fitness.  

Do you use candles like you do in the adult classes?
No, absolutely not.

Do you use sandbags like you do in the adult classes?
No, absolutely not.

Do you give out candy or food?
No.  That's a choking hazard.  No candy or gum aloud either.  The only "food" aloud in the yoga studio is a bottled water or a drink that has a cover.

Do you take photos during class?
No, absolutely not.  

What should my child bring?
A favorite blanket, bottle water, lots of imagination and a huge smile!

 As a recommendation, necklaces should be left at home so it does not break.

Parents/guardians are welcome to stay and watch on the sidelines or join us for free.  Any child with special needs is asked to bring an adult helper for free.  If a child consistently disrupts the class, the parent must stay to monitor their child so the other children can still enjoy their yoga experience.