Children of all ages can greatly benefit from practicing yoga. Yoga helps develop strong core muscles regardless of a child’s fitness level. It also has the tremendous benefit of calming the mind. By learning breathing and relaxation techniques, kids can learn to control their stress levels and find a sense of calm in their busy, frenetic worlds. But most importantly, yoga for kids is FUN! With the inclusion of games, stories and songs into classes, kids can hardly wait for their next yoga class!
Any child regardless of athletic ability or size can benefit from yoga. The poses and games used in children’s yoga can easily be modified to each individual’s capabilities and strengths. There are also classes available for children with special needs such as MS or Autism. Yoga can also provide tremendous benefits for kids with AD/HD by helping them focus and relax.
What are the benefits of yoga?
Baby Benefits-
• Better sleeping
• Improved digestion
• Relief from fussiness and colic
• Neuromuscular development
• Strengthened immunity
• Regulating emotions
Young Yogi Benefits-
• Improved body-awareness and physical confidence
• Deepening of the parent and child bond
• Improves social interaction and self-expression
• Increased self-esteem
• Playful ways for kids to relax in a stress-filled world
• Builds a fit and healthy lifestyle.
Family Benefits-
• Parent/child bonding
• Better sleep for parents
• Learn to calm baby
• Builds parental confidence
• Reduced stress & anxiety
• Special activity for families
• Meaningful & structured physical activity
How can fit and active kids benefit from
yoga?
In the last several years, there has been a tremendous movement among
athletes to improve core strength. Doing this allows an athlete to excel
in his or her areas of interest by preventing injuries and utilizing their
inner focus and energy. Yoga can help take an athletic child to the next
level.
Do kids want to do yoga?
One of the goals of The Zen Zone is to inform kids, parents and educators
about the benefits of yoga for kids. We have developed special age-appropriate
programs to keep the kids engaged, interested and having fun during all
of our classes. Whether the class is Baby Yogis, In The Zone or Story
Time Yoga, every effort is made to engage and entertain the children,
as well as educate and strengthen them – all at the same time! Yoga
classes are a wonderful activity for sports teams, daycares, schools,
clubs and summer camps.
Who teaches the classes for The Zen
Zone?
Certified fitness professionals who specialize in yoga teach our classes.
Each class is 40 minutes to an hour long.
How do we get started?
Click on the "schedules" or Class descriptions" link to
choose the right class or classes for you and your family. You can reserve
your space and pay online through our secure system. You can also call
or e-mail to book your spot for The Zen Zone class of your choice today!
Will yoga interfere with our religious
beliefs?
Absolutely not. While some Eastern religions incorporate yoga into their
beliefs, yoga itself is not a religious practice. Mindfully practicing
yoga can enhance your quality of life and your state of mind regardless
of what your belief system involves. People all over the world, of all
religious backgrounds have discovered that yoga can help them strengthen,
focus and find peace and happiness.
The Zen Zone is
Now Open!
The Zen Zone . 413 NW Murray Road, Lee's Summit, MO 64081
816-554-ZONE (9663)
