Sleeping Lions Relaxation
Guided relaxation activity where students practice stillness, body awareness, and calming techniques
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About This Activity
Guided relaxation activity where students practice stillness, body awareness, and calming techniques
Quick Info
low
25
15m x 15m
Equipment Required
Yoga mats or towels
1 per student (optional)
Yoga Mat
As needed
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Reception
Suitable Sports
Gymnastics
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Self Assessment
Space
Indoor
Small Space
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Calming
Skills
Flexibility
Catching
Body Control
Activity Type
Cool Down
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Responsibility
Respect
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
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