Inner Strength & Calm
Yoga
•Year 3
•5 Lessons
This unit introduces Year 3 students to yoga as a holistic practice that connects mind, body, and breath for developing physical strength, emotional regulation, and mental focus. Through progressive exploration of poses, breathing techniques, and mindfulness practices, students discover how yoga can be a personal toolkit for managing feelings and building confidence. The emphasis is on creating a nurturing environment where children can explore their physical capabilities whilst developing emotional awareness and self-regulation skills that extend beyond the PE lesson.
Lessons in This Unit
6 lessons in this unit
Lesson 1
Big Question:
How can we use our breath and body to create calm focus and strength?
Key Objectives:
- • To perform a variety of yoga poses with control and balance
- • To use breathing techniques to maintain focus and relaxation
Lesson 2
Big Question:
How can controlling our breath help us find balance and inner calm?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop body awareness through balance poses and controlled breathing
- • To practice mindful movement and understand the connection between breath and body
Lesson 3
Big Question:
How can we use our breath and body awareness to stay calm and focused?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop control and isolation of different body parts through yoga poses
- • To practice concentration techniques and avoid distraction during mindful movement
Lesson 4
Big Question:
How can controlling our breathing help us feel calm and strong?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop breathing control techniques during yoga practice
- • To understand the importance of relaxation and meditation for wellbeing
Lesson 5
Big Question:
How can yoga help us create our own peaceful places and work together in harmony?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop students' ability to create their own guided meditation
- • To demonstrate understanding of yoga poses through group formations
Lesson 6
Big Question:
How can yoga help us feel better in our minds and bodies, and how can we use it in our daily lives?
Key Objectives:
- • To articulate the physical and mental benefits of yoga practice
- • To demonstrate a sequence of yoga poses with proper breathing techniques