Parents and teachers are starting to realize the benefits of yoga for today’s kids. Children are naturally flexible and strong for their body size, so they move easily into poses that challenge adults. They bring an energy and freedom to yoga poses, trying new things without ego getting in the way. There is a lot of laughing and wiggling, and I always leave class with a big smile on my face. Isn’t that the essence of yoga? To experience the joy in each moment and just “be”?
By SHARON LEE TEGLER For The Capital
Outside, the weather was chilly. But the gym at Severna Park Elementary was pleasantly warm for last Wednesday’s after-school yoga class.
Fourteen children carefully positioned their feet on colorful yoga mats. With eyes closed, they listened to the background music, relaxed and breathed in through their noses.
“Breathing is important because it brings oxygen to our muscles, tendons, and joints so we’re able to stretch,” said teacher Jessica Switzman. Beginning with centering exercises, she led the students through several simple postures. Each movement flowed fluidly into the next and, before long; the children were performing more challenging poses.
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