Cool Down Yoga Activities for KS2

A listening and reaction game where students move according to instructions then quickly find back-to-back partners

A calming breathing exercise using visualisation and alternating nostril technique to develop mindfulness and inner peace

A calming mindfulness activity using balloon imagery to teach diaphragmatic breathing and body awareness

A calming breathing exercise using hands on stomach to feel breath expansion and develop mindfulness

A guided breathing exercise using flower imagery to develop mindful breathing and relaxation skills

A calming circle activity where students share gratitude and practice mindful reflection

A guided meditation using finger movements to explore gratitude and positive reflection

Guided meditation using finger movements to focus on gratitude and positive reflection

Calm reflective activity where students share gratitude in a respectful circle format, promoting mindfulness and social-emotional learning

A comprehensive guided relaxation sequence using body scan meditation to promote deep rest and mindfulness

A complete relaxation sequence with guided meditation and personal reflection time

Guided meditation combining relaxation pose with mindful breathing and personal reflection

A guided relaxation where students lie down and mentally scan through their body parts

Guided progressive relaxation using visualisation and tension-release techniques

Calming breathing exercise using hand placement to develop awareness of chest and diaphragm breathing

A guided breathing awareness activity that develops concentration, self-regulation, and mindfulness skills

A calming breathing exercise combined with guided reflection to end yoga practice mindfully

Students lie quietly and count claps while focusing on listening skills and mindful concentration

A calming concentration exercise using focus objects to develop attention skills and mindful awareness

A concentration challenge where students count claps while lying in relaxation position

A complete relaxation sequence combining physical rest with breath awareness meditation

A focused mindfulness activity using a sand timer as a meditation anchor to develop concentration and stillness

Lying down breathing exercise combining arm and leg movements with breath control, using snow angel visualisation for calm and body awareness

A calming breathing exercise where students breathe deeply while moving shoulders like mountains