Balloon Breathing Visualisation
Children lie down and imagine a balloon in their tummy that inflates and deflates with their breathing
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About This Activity
Children lie down and imagine a balloon in their tummy that inflates and deflates with their breathing
Quick Info
low
20
6m x 8m minimum for lying down
Equipment Required
Yoga mats or soft surface
1 per child (optional)
Calm background music
Audio system (optional)
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Yoga
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cognitive Challenge
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Calming
Activity Type
Cool Down
Warm Up
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Skills
Catching
Body Control
Coordination
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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