Foundation Balance Poses - Mountain and Tree
Learn fundamental yoga poses focusing on balance, alignment and breathing awareness
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About This Activity
Learn fundamental yoga poses focusing on balance, alignment and breathing awareness
Quick Info
12 mins
low
20
Standard classroom space, 2m x 1m per student
Equipment Required
Yoga Mats
1 per student
Wall Space
Available for support
Yoga Mat
As needed
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Yoga
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Individual Practice
Space
Indoor
Medium Space
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Calming
Skills
Flexibility
Balance
Body Control
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
No Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Discipline
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Fitness Activity
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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