Yoga
Yoga is a unique ancient healing art originating from India more than six thousand years ago. This ancient art of movement is a low intensity non-competitive form of exercise that can be safely practiced by children at any level of physical fitness. Yoga is derived from Sanskrit, one of the world's most ancient languages. In it's simplest form, yoga means 'a bringing together of the parts in order to create a union or balance of a persons body, mind and spirit'. (Dworkis, www.extensionyoga.com) It was developed by yogis who went into the jungles of India, thousands of years ago to meditate. During meditation these yogis observed animal movements. The development of some of the present day yoga postures actually come from these observations. (Holander, 97, 1) This form of fitness session is a great alternative to do with a group of primary aged students. Firstly the non-competitive and overall harmonious nature of yoga can alleviate any feelings of physical inadequacies that some students may harbour. Therefore, you are more likely to see greater motivation and participation towards the activities as the students who may not be as physically fit or coordinated as other classmates will have the opportunity t
Lower spine below waist presses to floor, upper back is relaxed. Therefore, yoga is a great alternative to use in a classroom. It is also important to understand the effects that puberty can have on children at certain ages. Turn head to look to one side over shoulder, then over the other shoulder. With arms still stretched overhead bend to one side, straighten up, then bend to the other side and come back up, lower arms to sides. The Squirrel; alternately stretch arms to ceiling, then one side and the other. Secondly this form of fitness session is a fantastic one to do with students who are within their peak height velocity or students experiencing the effects of puberty. For flexibility: Stand with legs slightly apart. Salutation Pose Sit with legs apart, spine straight.
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