Butterfly Calm
Calming seated pose that helps students manage anxiety and nervous feelings
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About This Activity
Calming seated pose that helps students manage anxiety and nervous feelings
Quick Info
low
15
Classroom size with floor space for sitting
Equipment Required
Yoga mats or carpet squares
1 per student
Calming background music
1 playlist
Yoga Mat
As needed
Background Music
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Yoga
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Self Assessment
Space
Indoor
Small Space
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Calming
Skills
Flexibility
Body Control
Coordination
Activity Type
Cool Down
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Responsibility
Respect
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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