Breathing and Body Awakening
Gentle breathing exercises combined with body movements to prepare for yoga practice
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About This Activity
Gentle breathing exercises combined with body movements to prepare for yoga practice
Quick Info
5 mins
low
15
5m x 5m minimum
Equipment Required
Soft background music
1 speaker/device
Yoga mats or carpet squares
1 per child
Suitable For
Nursery
Suitable Sports
Yoga
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Space
Indoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Calming
Skills
Flexibility
Balance
Body Control
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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