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
Lie on back, legs touching, knees bent, The psychological benefits of yoga include that it can improve somatic and kinaesthetic awareness, as well as a child's mood generally, and their subjective well being. It can also decrease anxiety and depression, as well as decreasing hostility. (Feuerstein, 98, 1) Gently round spine and then return to sitting straight.
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