Tools for Schools Seminar
Date: August 11th, 2007
Location: Movie Makers Studio, Durham NC
Cost: $469 individual (group pricing available)
The award-winning YogaKids® International program introduces a proven teaching solution for children ages 5-12 with the primary goal of creating less stress and greater success for teachers and students.
YogaKids Tools for Schools links movement and creative activities to the subjects educators need to cover over the school year. Fun and easy-to-use yoga lesson plans are used as a springboard to explore a full range of classroom curricula—from the creative arts and physical education/health, to math, history and the sciences.
Teachers will- gain methods of incorporating movement with curriculum
- learn how to utilize “multiple intelligence” teaching to reach all students
- increase their ability to work with children with special needs
- understand how to easily meet state requirements for physical activity in the classroom
- increase student participation, comprehension and retention
- review tools for behavior management
The YogaKids Tools for Schools program is a complete package that integrates in-depth teacher training, materials, classroom media and ongoing support.
Each teacher receives:- A comprehensive teacher’s manual
- Lesson Plans
- Classroom Posters
- Assessment tools
- Colorful Pose Cards
- Award-winning YogaKids DVDs
- On-going teacher support including on-line reference and teacher forums
With these elements, educators learn how to easily incorporate yoga into their lesson plans and classroom management techniques, helping students manage their energy and stay centered throughout the day.
This 6 hour training provides invaluable skills for educating, exercising and empowering children. No previous yoga experience necessary.
For further information contact Michelle Byars
New Tools for Schools Study by Purdue and Indiana Universities Shows Success of Program
The six month study called “Factors Affecting Student Achievement and Related Behaviors’ came to the following conclusion:
“YogaKids Tools for Schools has a significant positive effect on the academic achievement, general health, personal attributes and relationships of students in Kindergarten through 5th grade.’
To download the full study in PDF format click here
