Whale Breath Stress Relief
A calming breathing technique that helps students manage stress and develop focus through controlled whale-inspired breathing
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About This Activity
A calming breathing technique that helps students manage stress and develop focus through controlled whale-inspired breathing
Quick Info
low
20
5m x 5m minimum
Equipment Required
Yoga mats or sitting spots
1 per student
Yoga Mat
As needed
Yoga Mats
1 per student
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Yoga
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Self Assessment
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Calming
Skills
Flexibility
Timing
Catching
Body Control
Activity Type
Cool Down
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Self-Control
Responsibility
Cooperation
Respect
Weather
All Weather
Indoor Only
Intensity
Low Intensity
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