Mindful Breathing and Body Centring
A calming breathing and gentle movement sequence to prepare mind and body for mindful practice
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About This Activity
A calming breathing and gentle movement sequence to prepare mind and body for mindful practice
Quick Info
low
25
Individual spaces 2m x 2m per student
Equipment Required
Yoga Mats
1 per student
Soft background music
Optional
Yoga Mat
As needed
Background Music
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Yoga
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cognitive Challenge
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Calming
Skills
Flexibility
Body Control
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Responsibility
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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