Skill Drill Yoga Activities for Year 1

A structured breathing exercise teaching students to breathe using belly, chest, and shoulders in sequence

Progressive balance activity using tree pose with creative alien planet theme

Partners work together to create original sequences combining 4-5 animal movement poses

Children move through animal-themed yoga poses while making corresponding sounds and focusing on breathing

A sequence of yoga poses inspired by Arctic animals including polar bear, penguin, and snow dog poses

A gentle sequence of stretches using imagery to help students explore movement and prepare bodies for activity

A calming yoga pose that helps children manage nervous feelings and build confidence

Flowing spinal movement activity alternating between Cat Pose (rounded spine) and Cow Pose (arched spine) coordinated with breathing to improve flexibility and body awareness

Partners take turns creating yoga poses for each other to copy, developing observation and imitation skills

Students explore creative ways to incorporate hoops into yoga poses and movements

A themed yoga sequence taking students through a summer beach story with five connected poses

Learn basic yoga poses using animal imagery for engagement and understanding

Basic yoga poses that represent elements from nature, teaching balance, flexibility and body awareness through imaginative movement

Learn basic yoga poses using fun imagery like butterflies, mountains and trees

A structured yoga sequence where students practice poses linked to positive personal qualities with affirmations

Gentle stretching using nature imagery to engage children in flexibility and relaxation

Students demonstrate their created sequences to peers and lead the class through learning them

A flowing yoga sequence that tells the story of a Roman day through connected poses

A series of space-themed yoga poses that develop static balance and core strength

Static balance skill development where students practice standing on one leg with various progressions and challenges, developing core strength and balance control

Students explore the fundamental concepts of stretching and curling through floor-based movements, learning to create symmetrical and asymmetrical positions with clear body tension

Progressive balance activity using tree pose to develop stability, concentration, and body awareness with creative variations

A sequence combining Mountain pose stability with Warrior pose strength

Learn the fundamental warrior yoga pose through Roman soldier themes, developing leg strength and balance