Creative Animal Yoga Poses
Students create and demonstrate yoga poses inspired by animals, developing creativity, body awareness, and confidence
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Students create and demonstrate yoga poses inspired by animals, developing creativity, body awareness, and confidence
Quick Info
moderate
20
8m x 10m minimum for creative movement
Equipment Required
Animal picture cards
Optional set
Cards
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Yoga
Activity Tags
Features
Creative
Inclusive
Engaging
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Flexibility
Creating Space
Body Control
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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