Mindful Breathing and Movement Warm-up
A calming warm-up sequence combining deep breathing with gentle stretching movements
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About This Activity
A calming warm-up sequence combining deep breathing with gentle stretching movements
Quick Info
low
20
6m x 8m minimum
Equipment Required
Yoga mats or marked spaces
1 per child
Yoga Mat
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Yoga
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Calming
Skills
Flexibility
Body Control
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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