Mindful Breathing Energizer
A gentle warm-up combining breathing exercises with coordinated arm movements and body awareness
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About This Activity
A gentle warm-up combining breathing exercises with coordinated arm movements and body awareness
Quick Info
moderate
20
6m x 6m minimum
Equipment Required
Yoga mats or carpet squares
1 per student
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Yoga
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cognitive Challenge
Space
Indoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Calming
Skills
Flexibility
Body Control
Stability
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Fitness Activity
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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