Podcasts about kids yoga

In today's episode, Mia and Adrienne interview Adrienne's daughter Campbell. Adrienne has shared in her story how her daughters were a big  reason why she decided to become a Yoga teacher. Send us a textWanna be on the show? Click here to fill out our guest info form or drop us a email at yogachanged@gmail.comFollow us on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yogachangedFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/yogachanged/For more, go to https://howyogachangedmylife.comThe theme music for this episode, “Cenote Angelita”, was written and produced by Mar Abajo Rio AKA MAR Yoga Music. Dive deeper into this and other original yoga-inspired compositions by visiting bio.site/mcrworks. For the latest updates on upcoming events featuring his live music for yoga and meditation, be sure to follow @maryogamusic on Instagram.

What if there was a way to bring calm and focus to your classroom or home without needing extra time, space, or materials? In our latest episode of the *Educate and Rejuvenate* podcast, we explore how kids' yoga and mindful breathing can do just that. Special guest Giselle Shardlow from *Kids Yoga Stories* joins us to share simple, impactful techniques that any teacher or parent can incorporate into daily routines. Here's a breakdown of our conversation, filled with insights on how yoga and mindfulness can transform both teaching and parenting experiences.Connect with Giselle:Visit her website- Kids Yoga StoriesFollow her on FacebookFollow her on InstagramFollow her on PinterestTake our Podcast QuizDo you love Educate & Rejuvenate: The Podcast? Take our podcast quiz to get a personalized playlist of episodes you don't want to miss! Connect with Kelsey:Follow her on Instagram, @educateandrejuvenateJoin our Facebook group: Educate & Rejuvenate Collective.Follow on Pinterest for more helpful resources.Educate & Rejuvenate: A Three-Step Guide to Revitalize Your Teaching, Renew Your Spirit, and Reignite Your Passion For Life

Jennie Abbot is an award-winning Children's Yoga and Mindfulness Educator and the Founder of The Harmony Kids Co. Jennie shares how self-regulation is a crucial skill we can teach our kids, especially kids on the spectrum, through yoga. Watch this episode to see how we can use yoga and mindfulness to help our kids self-regulate in challenging situations and to foster emotional and physical well-being in our children. In this episode, she shares:- the positive impact of yoga on kids in schools- why yoga is so beneficial for our kids on the spectrum- 2 great self-regulation tools to help your neurodiverse kids- and more! Enjoy!Harmony Kids Yoga Co:https://theharmonykidsco.com/Peaceful Play: Minful Movement Game for Kids:https://theharmonykidsco.com/collections/mindfulness-tools/products/peaceful-play-mindful-movement-game-for-kidsDiscount Code: YOGA20@harmonykidsyogamindfulness3786  Purchase my book A Mother's Guide Through Autism:https://amzn.to/3mO1fmSSign up to get news and updates from me: https://www.mothersguidethroughautism.comTheme song: "Look at the clouds" by Tristan Lohengrintristanlohengrin.bandcamp.com

If you have been sitting on the fence when it comes to incorporating Yoga in the classroom but wasn't sure how, or you've started but need some fresh ideas, then Giselle from Kids Yoga Stories in your gal. Giselle has taken her passion for yoga, mindfulness and education to created books and resources with the intention of sharing the benefits of yoga for children  everywhere. Not only will your students benefit from yoga practising but you will to! In today's chat we talk about: How yoga practice can benefit studentsSimple and effective yoga techniques to integrate in your classroom routineHow you can integrate storytelling into yoga practises.Tips for teachers starting out on adding these tools to their teaching practice.You can access more teacher strategies, classroom inspiration and a wealth of resources by visiting our website  www.rainbowskycreations.com.Rainbows ahead,Ashleigh and AlishaResources mentioned in this episodeLearn more about Kids Yoga Stories - www.kidsyogastories.com Connect with Giselle on Instagram @kidsyogastories and Facebook @kidsyogastories  and Pinterest @kidsyogastories Contact Giselle - giselle@kidsyogastories.comAPPLE PODCAST | SPOTIFYLet's hear from you! Text us!

Being human can be challenging, especially in light of the global shift over the last 4 years. How can we embrace these changes with grace, and not pressure ourselves to live up to cultural standards that are honestly, unattainable and rooted in the presumption that you, as you are, is "not enough"?In this episode, my guest, JodiGolda Komitor, unravels the gold laced within what it means to be HUMAN and how to embrace your messy ways as much as you do your Instagram-worthy side? As a visionary herself, and pioneer of the Kids Yoga Movement, with over 25 years of entrepreneurial and small business experience, it was an honor to host JodiGolda on the podcast and learn from a true leader that embodies leadership with authenticity, truth, and freedom to be one's self unapologetically. I first found JodiGolda by listening to her episode on the Healing Her podcast about this concept of the "inner winter" and how she moved through this following the sale of her business after abundant success with the Kids Yoga Movement. Despite what the world sees as success, she stepped away into the spirit of what she calls a "somatic unpacking", developing a relationship with the part that is outside of you, this conversation with your harsh inner critic. Once again, she is in a stage of following her inner calling by leaving everything that she knew here in the States to explore life in Portugal as a digital nomad, and what this new season is unearthing within her, gathering the gold in both the highs and lows of life! Connect with JodiGolda:Website: jodigolda.com FB: JodiGolda Komitor  IG: @JodiGolda P.S. Mental health awareness + advocacy should be more than a month. Support mental health + Snag your official ALIVE podcast merch here! Send us a Text Message.Support the Show.Connect with me: Peek at the Live Vibrant Sisterhood + join the waiting list for the next round! - DM me for deets! I'm on the Gram! Find me on Instagram @mozen_wellness, click here to DM! Would love to hear how you're experiencing this episode + the pod. Come ALIVE with me - click here to see what's new: https://bio.site/mozenwellness Support the show + help us continue healing mental health through this podcast!

Smart bodies smart kidsKids need yoga tooEp 163 Kids Yoga the key to socio-emotional development and mental healthTrauma informed yoga builds smart bodies and smart kids. Science is telling us that our interoception, our somatosensory sixth sense, is important in being able to focus, learn and recover from all forms of stress. Children who are chronically scared, hungry, tired and neglected will find ways to adapt to those feelings and not in ways that are conducive to learning. The body has an innate intelligence that our current education system ignores in favor of sitting still and staying on task. But if we can harness the developmental connections of movement, memory and emotion we can  help our kids calm their nervous system in order to feel safe no matter where they are. And strong, emotionally resilient children grow up to be strong emotionally resilient adults. That's our Work IN today.It's time to stop working out and start working IN. You found the Work IN podcast for fit-preneurs and their health conscious clients. This podcast is for resilient wellness professionals who want to expand their professional credibility, shake off stress and thrive in a burnout-proof career with conversations on the fitness industry, movement, nutrition, sleep, mindset, nervous system health, yoga, business and so much more. I'm your host Ericka Thomas. I'm a resilience coach and fit-preneur offering an authentic, actionable realistic approach to personal and professional balance for coaches in any format. The Work IN is brought to you by savage grace coaching, bringing resilience through movement, action and accountability. Private sessions, small groups and corporate presentations are open now. Visit savagegracecoaching.com to schedule a call and get all the details. Website & free guideFollow me on Instagram Follow me on FacebookFollow me on Linked IN

I'm publishing this episode a little bit later than I usually do because LIFE, but it's a fun one so here we are. I shared this as an Instagram post a few days ago, but as I'm sure you know, posts fade away much more quickly than podcasts, and I want these reflections to live on in a semi-permanent way.I don't know if you know this, but I used to teach kids yoga. I taught for several years before my daughter was born, and it's something that I think had a bigger impact on my own journey and how I parent than almost anything else that I've done. So, here are four surprise lessons I learned from teaching kids yoga.***I'm going to be very direct this week and invite you to schedule a free consultation with me within the next week.I'm going to block my schedule for the whole of our winter break because that's what's working best for my family right now, so even if you're thinking out into January, I want to encourage you to get started now.There's no risk, no pressure, just an hour together to talk about you, what you're needing support with, and see if coaching together would be a good fit. I love working one on one with parents because together we create such a personalized path forward.So, come see what it's all about. Head over to juliamcgarey.com and click on coaching to get started. I can't wait to meet you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit partneredpathparenting.substack.com

In this episode of Mindful Conversation with KAY, Kelly & Kristi continue the conversation about physical responses to emotions with a re-release of Episode 31: Somatic Work. Our bodies have evolved with a primal response system to perceived threats, known as the fight, flight, or freeze response. This response is a natural survival mechanism that activates when we encounter danger or stress — whether we choose it or not! By exploring the fight, flight, or freeze response, we can better understand and regulate our emotional experiences. Somatic work is an approach that recognizes the mind-body connection and focuses on integrating physical experiences to release emotions. By paying attention to bodily sensations, we can gain insight into our emotional experiences and initiate healing from within. Tune in as Kelly and Kristi dig into this fascinating topic by exploring questions like: What, exactly, is somatic experiencing? How can we use physical movements to get mentally/emotionally “unstuck”? How can we instill mindful awareness of physical cues in children? How do we become 'Body Detectives'? How can we integrate somatic work into our Kids Yoga and Mindfulness classes? Healing begins within the body, and by cultivating mindfulness and exploring somatic work, we can embark on a transformative journey toward emotional well-being. Join us! This episode is part of a series. Be sure to tune in all month for thoughtful conversations about physical responses to feelings and emotions and helpful ways to manage and process them for both adults and children. For further reading & learning: Tilt Parenting Podcast Peter Levine, PhD Physical Responses to Emotions Social Emotional Learning Pranayama and the Power of Breathing

In this episode of Mindful Conversation with KAY, Kelly & Kristi begin a new month-long series on physical responses. They kick off the conversation by diving deeper into what emotions are, how they manifest in our bodies, the impact they can have on our overall well-being, and the role yoga and mindfulness play in understanding and processing them. Throughout this episode, Kelly and Kristi cover the following thought-provoking topics: The negative 'side effects' of not acknowledging or expressing emotions The importance of accepting and honoring all emotions, both positive and negative Exploring the ways our bodies communicate our emotions Examining the ways in which our emotional states can influence our physical states through sensations, illness, and behaviors Discovering how the practice of mindfulness can help us cultivate awareness of our bodily sensations and deepen our understanding of our emotions. This episode is part of a series. Be sure to tune in all month for thoughtful conversations about physical responses to feelings and emotions and helpful ways to manage and process them for both adults and children. For further reading & learning: Feel Better with KIDS YOGA!: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/kids-yoga-emotions-feelings-health Yoga and the Bad Day: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/feelings-yoga-mood-book/ Poses to Ease Children's Emotional Pain: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/kids-yoga-emotion-mental-health/ The Body Keeps The Score by Bessel van der Kolk, MD: https://www.besselvanderkolk.com/resources/the-body-keeps-the-score

Humans are social animals. We like to hang out and talk. We could, conceivably, create spaces where we could go, solely to talk to other people. But the way our society is structured, everything has to be paid for. Would people pay to go to a place just to talk to each other? Maybe. But that's not what happens. What happens is, we socialize with each other while doing an activity we're prepared to pay for. Like eating. Drinking. Listening to music. Or going to a yoga class. And, like a lot of things these days, we start young. Take for example Lolo's Youth Yoga and Art Studio, Uptown on Magazine Street. Lolo's is New Orleans' first yoga studio specifically for kids. Children - from three years old to teenagers - practice yoga, make art, do mindfulness exercises, and learn meditation in afterschool or full-day sessions. The founder and owner of Lolo's Studio is Laurie Azzano. Two places that adults like to congregate are bars and coffee shops. We go to a coffee shop where we like the taste of the coffee they serve. Bars all serve the same alcohol, so they compete with each other by providing “added value.” For example, live music. For a combination of these business models – coffee and live music – you could go to Catahoula Tattoo, on Broad Street in Mid City. The coffee is their own blend – Catahoula Tattoo Select. And if you drink it at the studio, it's free. The live music is free too. While you're hanging out at Catahoula's self- described “tattoo lounge,” you could get a tattoo, right? Not so fast. Catahoula has 3 tattoo artists, but they won't give you a tattoo on the spur of the moment. Your tattoo needs to be designed ahead of time, and you need an appointment to get it inked into your skin. And in further market-differentiation, the owner of Catahoula Tattoo, Dominic Srgo, says, Catahoula is “not the kind of tattoo shop where the tattoo artists look like they belong in a circus.” If you ever go to a Saints Game when the dome is sold out, the sheer mass of humanity can be overwhelming. That's around 70,000 people. Each one of those people is on an individual life journey. So is every one of the 7 billion humans who aren't in the dome on any given Sunday. And, because we're human, that individual journey we're all on can be physical, and spiritual. One of the oldest ways of creating an individual difference between ourself and everyone else on earth, physically, is body art. And one of the oldest ways of developing our individual non-physical self, is Yoga. The practice of both of those pursuits is ever-evolving. Laurie Azzano and Dominic Srgo might be merely two individuals in the 21st Century in a small city in the south of the United States, but their respective contributions to the arts of tattooing and yoga are a part of ancient traditions, and uniquely their own. Out to Lunch is recorded live over lunch at NOLA Pizza in the NOLA Brewing Taproom. You can find photos from this show by Jill Lafleur at itsneworleans.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jobs can be fun and rewarding. How do we know? Because we teach kids yoga! On this week's episode of Mindful Conversations with KAY, Kelly & Kristi discuss the business of kids yoga and their personal journeys offering yoga and mindfulness to children in a variety of settings. Tune in as they dive deeper: The different places they've successfully shared kids yoga Steps to becoming a kids yoga teacher What it looks like to teach kids yoga 'full time' Investments if transitioning into teaching yoga to kids Is it possible to find a job you're passionate about? Kristi sums it up perfectly: "Bottom line, this is the greatest job ever." Be sure to follow Kelly & Kristi on social media to see all the ways they share kids yoga and mindfulness in their communities and worldwide. For further reading & learning opportunities: Starter's Guide to Teaching Kids' Yoga: Business Edition: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/kids-yoga-business-teach/ Get certified! https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/kids-yoga-teacher-training-courses-certification/ Virtual Workshop: How to Make Money Teaching Kids Yoga: https://learn.kiddingaroundyoga.com/p/how-to-make-money-teaching-kids-yoga KAY Yoga Card Deck: https://store.kiddingaroundyoga.com/products/kay-yoga-deck Play Games With Your Yoga Card Deck: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/cards-games-yoga-kids-deck/ Episode 53: Fun-Ways-to-Use-Yoga-Cards: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/pod/show/kidding-around-yoga/episodes/Fun-Ways-to-Use-Yoga-Cards-e23nhcu BeYogi Insurance: https://beyogi.com/yoga-teacher-insurance

Join us on a transformative journey into the world of children's yoga with Luisa Vanessa Ortega, the visionary founder of Pretzel Yoguis, one of the pioneering Children's Yoga Schools in Latin America. Based in Chihuahua, Mexico, Luisa is a certified Hatha & Ashtanga yoga and Children's yoga teacher, a 200hr E-RYT, and a continued education provider. With over a decade of teaching experience, Luisa has shared her passion for yoga with students of all ages and backgrounds around the globe, especially those in underserved communities. Her extensive travels and dedication to spreading the love and joy of yoga have made her a respected figure in the international yoga community. In addition to being a yoga teacher, Luisa is a mother and an architect, bringing a unique perspective to her classes. Whether it's hatha, ashtanga-vinyasa, or children and family yoga, Luisa's classes are infused with love, fun, and a belief that yoga is accessible to everyone. Luisa firmly believes that love is our true essence and that by embracing this simple yet powerful knowledge from a young age, we can not only achieve our dreams but also contribute to the collective dreams of humanity. Her teachings foster a sense of community, holistic education, and a deep appreciation for nature, mindfulness, and playfulness. If you're looking to deepen your understanding of children's yoga and become a certified YogaKids teacher, Luisa offers an immersive and enriching training program. Visit yogakidscertification.com to learn more about the YogaKids Teacher Training and how it can empower you to make a positive impact on the lives of children through yoga. Connect with Luisa and the Pretzel Yoguis community on social media: Instagram: @pretzelyoguis Facebook: Pretzel Yoguis Embrace the power of yoga, love, and playfulness with Luisa Vanessa Ortega and Pretzel Yoguis. Start your journey towards becoming a certified YogaKids teacher today! Connect with Angelica @yogalebrity on instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/yogalebrity/message

Confidence and self-esteem are important concepts for kids to embody because they help them to feel good about themselves and give them the power to believe in their own abilities. When kids have a healthy sense of self-confidence and self-esteem, they are more likely to be successful in school and in their personal lives. Raising kids who are confident in their own skin can be a challenge for any parent or educator. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to help children feel good about themselves and boost their self-esteem. In this episode of Mindful Conversation with KAY, Kelly and Kristi dive deeper into the meaning of self-esteem and self-confidence and share ways yoga and mindfulness can improve and strengthen these skills. Tune in and learn more about: What self-esteem and self-confidence are and how they overlap How yoga provides a space for non-competitive activity Poses that instill self-confidence Meditation and the power of positive self-talk Opportunities for leadership in Kids Yoga classes The benefit of self-acceptance and a growth mindset How facing challenges can lead to greater confidence For further reading & learning opportunities: Amy Cuddy - Your body language may shape who you are - TED: https://www.ted.com/talks/amy_cuddy_your_body_language_may_shape_who_you_are/c Yoga Builds Self-Esteem: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/s

Welcome to Episode #86 of the Wild Yoga Tribe Podcast! My conversation with Rina Mehmeti and Agnesa Mehmeti, sister yoga teachers and yoga studio co-owners from Kosovo, was so beautiful as they shed light on what it was like to open the first yoga studio in Kosovo and how yoga impacted their community after all the turmoil and difficulties that followed the war. If you're looking to tune into a podcast episode that is all about yoga in Kosovo then this is the conversation for you. Support the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/wildyogatribe What to expect in the Yoga In Kosovo episode of the Wild Yoga Tribe Podcast Step into the vibrant world of yoga in Kosovo with Rina and Agnesa Mehmeti, the dynamic duo behind Urban Yoga in Pristina. In this episode of the Wild Yoga Tribe Podcast, they share their incredible journey of opening a yoga studio in a country that was relatively unfamiliar with yoga just a few years ago. Rina and Agnesa's story begins with skepticism from friends and colleagues who couldn't fathom leaving their stable jobs for the path of yoga. But their passion for helping others and the word-of-mouth recommendations soon started to spread, creating a buzz around their studio. Local media coverage further introduced yoga to the community, dispelling misconceptions that yoga was simply sitting in a cross-legged position. The pandemic played a surprising role in boosting the popularity of yoga, turning it into a lifestyle choice that benefits both mental health and physical well-being. Beyond their studio's success, Rina and Agnesa offer insights into the beautiful country of Kosovo. They describe it as a small nation with stunning mountains and a young population. They highlight the warmth and hospitality of the people, making visitors feel like part of a family. They also touch upon the challenging times Kosovo faced during the war, recounting their personal experiences as refugees and the difficulties of living in a post-war environment. However, they express optimism for the future, with positive changes occurring in the country and the upcoming visa liberalization that will allow easier travel within Europe. For Rina and Agnesa, yoga is not just a physical practice but a transformative experience. It has helped them find balance, navigate anxiety, and be fully present in every moment. They view yoga as a powerful tool for healing and personal growth, instilling a sense of love, connection, and gratitude for life. Tell me more about Rina & Agnesa Mehmeti ​​ Agnesa and Rina Mehmeti are sisters and yoga teachers Kosovo. They co-own the Urban Yoga studio in Prishtina, the capital city of Kosovo. Their yoga journey started in 2013 when they first came to the practice, and they began teaching in 2017.  Agnesa and Rina have both completed various teacher training programs, including 200h Hatha Yoga in Crete at the Breath of Life School, Vinyasa Yoga in the Netherlands at the Arhanta Yoga Ashram, Prenatal Yoga in Italy at Transformational Hatha Yoga School, and  Kids Yogain Vienna at Yogaji School, and Ashtanga Yoga at Yoga Mea in Italy. They both teach Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga, Yin Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Prenatal Yoga, and Kids Yoga.  Both Agnesa and Rina bring their extensive training and passion for yoga to their classes, inspiring their students to live more mindful lives. Their studio, Urban Yoga, is a space for growth and community, where Agnesa and Rina share their love for yoga with students of all levels. For the skimmers - What's in the Yoga in Kosovo episode? Opening the first yoga studio in Kosovo The community response to yoga in Kosovo Yoga is more than sitting and chanting “om” The impact of the war in Kosovo and how yoga helps The power of sisterhood Overcoming challenges and embracing change Connect with Rina Mehmeti www.urbanyoga-pr.com https://www.instagram.com/urbanyoga_prishtine/ Everything you need is just one click away! Check out all the resources here: https://linktr.ee/wildyogatribe --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wildyogatribe/message

Contrary to popular belief, restorative yoga is NOT just for the elderly or injured. A Restorative Yoga practice is crucial for everyone's mental and physical health, even our youngest yogis. Kelly and Kristi explain how to expand Kids Yoga to include family-friendly restorative practices and postures. *What is Restorative Yoga? *Benefits of Restorative Yoga *Why Restorative Yoga works *Making restorative postures and practices engaging for children *Finding comfort and safety in stillness

 Welcome to Yoga Boss episode 152, " Profitable Kids Yoga Business Journey with Gina Velez." We are back with a special guest-hosted podcast from clients inside The Profitable Yoga Boss Group. Gina is a Kid's Yoga Specialist, performer, and performing arts teacher in Southern California. Yoga and meditation are two practices that have positively changed her life and it's now her mission to share these self-help tools with everyone she can. A 200hr RYT & 95hr RCYT, Gina enjoys teaching all modalities of yoga from heated vinyasa, and gentle Hatha, to restorative, and more. Mostly, she loves planting the seeds of mindfulness in young minds and watching them bloom and grow forever. When not on her mat, you can find Gina at the beach with her Golden Retriever Harpo (Oprah backward), teaching theatre to teens, and performing on a stage, probably singing showtunes. What you'll learn in this episode: -Note from Jackie -How to use opportunities that arise in your business-Gina's experience inside The Profitable Yoga Boss Group -The $3k in 30-day challenge -Gina's decision to shift to kid's yoga instead of opening a studio -New and improved relationship with money -The New Student Solution invite -The Profitable Yoga Boss Group enrollment  Featured on this episode: The New Student Solution Free Training:  https://www.profitableyogaboss.com/newstudentsThe Profitable Yoga Boss Group: https://www.profitableyogaboss.comConnect with Gina: https://www.instagram.com/theyogina/?hl=en

Join Angela in this solo episode: Q+A: Ayurvedic Snacks for Kids, Yoga Props & Abhyanga and Skin Brushing. In these Q+A episodes, listeners send in questions and Angela will informally discuss some of the topics. If you have questions, send them through email to angela@simpleayurveda.com or message her on Instagram at @simple_ayurveda. If you want full notes & support that go along with the themes, consider joining the Simple Ayurveda Collective for PDFs, video lessons, journal prompts, guided yoga practices, meditations, and yoga nidra practices for a bit more of a deep dive into all that we talk about here on the podcast! Learn more about: • 00:33 - Ayurvedic snacks for kids in the Fall or Winter • 3:37 - Yoga props suggestions • 10:29 - If Abhyanga and skin brushing were to be performed as part of the morning routine, what is the suggested order?   Resources Mentioned: Jade yoga mat Gaiam blocks Standard size yoga bolster 2 yoga straps buckled together Sleepphones wired headband for yoga nidra Chandika nasya oil for Yoga Nidra Start learning Ayurveda today when you join the Simple Ayurveda Collective: a self-paced learning program and community that offers Ayurveda broken down into bite-sized pieces to fit your lifestyle. Access mudra tutorials, guided yin yoga and meditation practices, video lessons on the basics of Ayurveda, have an ongoing support group OFF Facebook, seasonal suggestions, and more! Learn more: www.simpleayurveda.com/membership

I'm happy to share some of our big lessons and practices from our recent Kids Yoga Teacher Training with a major focus on Self Care for Caregivers. The goal here is simply, to help you feel better. When we feel better, we do better, and everything is better. Our wellbeing is connected. Leave me a voice message to be featured on the show.Listen to "Feel Better with Tara Stiles" wherever you enjoy your podcasts. New episode every Wednesday.Leave Tara a voice message and find out more at: https://www.tarastiles.comJoin us on the Stråla Yoga app for daily practice of yoga, qigong, tai chi, shiatsu, and more! Start your 7 day FREE Trial now.http://www.stralahome.comhttps://apple.co/3h9zgewWe LOVE hearing from you.Connect with TaraLeave Tara a voicemailNewsletterStrala YogaInstagramFacebookTwitterApparelBooksStrala InstaStrala FacebookStrala Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ready to feel empowered (and a little nerdy)? Kelly and Kristy get into the science of the Vagus Nerve in this immediately applicable episode of Mindful Conversations with KAY. Listen to learn how to turn on your body and mind's "off" switch through postures, breathing, play, and more. Blog Links: Vagus, Baby! How the Vagus Nerve Keeps Us Calm: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/vagus-nerve-vagal-tone-parasympathetic-relax-calm/ Dealing with Homework Tension: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/kids-yoga-homework-stress/ Children's Yoga and Mental Health: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/mental-health-children-yoga-school-anxiety/ Pranayama and the Power of Breathing: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/pranayama-breathing-nervous-system-anxiety-children/ How the Parasympathetic Nervous System Keeps Us Calm: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/parasympathetic-nervous-system-fight-flight-calm/ Calming Babies Before Birth: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/kids-yoga-babies-chant-om-health-prenatal/ Links mentioned in episode: YogaLand Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yogaland-podcast/id1105565152?i=1000568218405 Further learning: Anatomy of Kids Yoga: https://learn.kiddingaroundyoga.com/p/kay-natomy?

We are so excited to share this very special episode of Mindful Conversations with KAY - an interview with Bari Koral, a beloved children's recording artist and internationally recognized kids yogi. Their wide-ranging dialogue explores a variety of topics including: Bari's path to healing and growth through yoga The power of music and play in children's learning Bari, Kelly, and Kristi's favorite mindfulness activities Bari's new book, Rocketship Yoga Trying Rocketship Breath Pertinent links: https://barikoral.com https://www.facebook.com/barikoral https://www.youtube.com/user/barikoral https://www.instagram.com/bari.koral/ Virtual Workshop: The Magic of Music in Kids Yoga https://learn.kiddingaroundyoga.com/p/the-magic-of-music-in-kids-yoga Blogs: Magical Music: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/kids-yoga-music/ One Love: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/yoga-reggae-kids-love-unity/ The KAY Way - Using KAY Music: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/using-kay-music/ Hooray for KAY Music: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/hooray-kay-music/

Jenn speaks to Laura McEgan, founder of the popular children's yoga certification school Divine Light Yoga. Laura has over 18 years of experience working with children and young people in both educational and therapeutic settings! Laura shares with us how her passion and determination allowed for her to build the business and life she wanted for herself, of course it didn't always come easy, one just needs to take the leap! (Recorded on January 13, 2022)About Laura:Divine Light Yoga is a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School and UK Registered Learning Provider, specializing in Children's Yoga Teacher Trainings across the Globe and online.Laura McEgan, founder and director of Divine Light Yoga, is an ERYT-500 Hour and a Children's Yoga Teacher Trainer having studied over 1000-Hours of Yoga and 18 years experience of working with children and young people in both educational and therapeutic settings.Episode Resources:WebsiteIGFBYoutubeNon Violent Communications

Nature can provide us with solace, especially if we take the time to reflect and notice all that it represents. Connecting and reflecting on the strength of trees can in turn helps us connect internally and notice the strength and resilience that reside within us. Mindfulness is an important theme in 'The Paper Girls Show'. Together with "Making" and "Mistakes", they create the "3 M's of The Paper Girls Show", which serve as the series' pillars.  "Make things Mindfully – don't sweat your Mistakes", as our mantra goes!  The goal of this series is to help guide children through mindful breathing techniques, visualizations, and positive affirmations to use throughout the day when needed.

In this inspiring episode of Mindful Conversations of KAY, Kelly and Kristi talk with Erin Williamsen, Special Education teacher and Kids Yoga teacher from Durango, Colorado. Her vast experience with children of all ages and needs have given her a unique perspective on the power of making yoga and mindfulness part of a child's daily school routine: *How yoga helps level the playing field for students with special needs *Empowering children to recognize how they learn and what they need, and then advocating for themselves *Making modifications and accommodations normalized *How regulating the nervous system sets students up for academic and social success *Implementing yoga practices within a school setting appropriate for all learners Links: Erin Williamsen: www.kiddingaroundyoga.com/yogi/erin Mindful Conversations with KAY's SEL episode: https://anchor.fm/kidding-around-yoga/episodes/Yoga-in-Schools-Part-1-Yoga--Mindfulness-and-Social-Emotional-Learning-e1j8u9h Blog posts: Yoga and Occupational Therapy: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/yoga-and-occupational-therapy-2/ Teaching Yoga to Kids with ADHD and Autism: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/kids-yoga-autism-adhd-accessible-inclusive/ Adaptive Yoga for Children: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/adaptive-accessible-yoga-children-kids/ The Yoga Tree: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/kids-yoga-philosophy-yamas-niyamas/ Further Learning Opportunities: Accessible Yoga specialty course: https://learn.kiddingaroundyoga.com/p/accessible-yoga-for-kids?_ga=2.191725930.1146254382.1654978608-118241787.1649444179 Teaching Yoga to Children with a Variety of Abilities and Needs: https://learn.kiddingaroundyoga.com/p/teaching-yoga-to-students-with-a-variety-of-abilities-and-needs/?_ga=2.1494769.1146254382.1654978608-118241787.1649444179

This is the second episode where you get to hear the Q & A during our Wee Yogis Teacher Training Mentorship & a guided family practice (fast forward to 11:30) . Jocelyn explains the importance of bringing grounding exercises into every kids yoga flow to help regulate energy and teach mindfulness in fun creative ways. WEE YOGIS IN ACTION: families fast forward to the second part of this podcast and there is a special guided kids yoga: Seed to tree practice that implements all of the grounding techniques discussed. This segment is like our calming meditation series with lots of fun sounds and music to keep kids engaged. Follow along and practice with us and see and feel all the positive benefits of calming and grounding . Weeyogis.com

Gratitude for our mothers, care givers, and even mother earth, is a powerful way to feel love for those women in our lives. Take the time to feel that love in your heart as you rest in your breath. Mindfulness is an important theme in 'The Paper Girls Show'. Together with "Making" and "Mistakes", they create the "3 M's of The Paper Girls Show", which serve as the series' pillars.  "Make things Mindfully – don't sweat your Mistakes", as our mantra goes!  The goal of this series is to help guide children through mindful breathing techniques, visualizations, and positive affirmations to self-soothe and use throughout the day when needed.

We all have access to peace within our hearts. When we are challenged, it is easy to forget that we have the capability to tap into that peace, and become peace. The more we tap into our internal peace, the more we are able to become a peacemaker for ourselves and others.  Mindfulness is an important theme in 'The Paper Girls Show'. Together with "Making" and "Mistakes", they create the "3 M's of The Paper Girls Show", which serve as the series' pillars.  "Make things Mindfully – don't sweat your Mistakes", as our mantra goes!  The goal of this series is to help guide children through mindful breathing techniques, visualizations, and positive affirmations to self-soothe and use throughout the day when needed.

We all have access to peace within our hearts. When we are challenged, it is easy to forget that we have the capability to tap into that peace, and become peace. The more we tap into our internal peace, the more we are able to become a peacemaker for ourselves and others.  Mindfulness is an important theme in 'The Paper Girls Show'. Together with "Making" and "Mistakes", they create the "3 M's of The Paper Girls Show", which serve as the series' pillars.  "Make things Mindfully – don't sweat your Mistakes", as our mantra goes!  The goal of this series is to help guide children through mindful breathing techniques, visualizations, and positive affirmations to self-soothe and use throughout the day when needed.

This is our first episode of doing a Live Q & A during our Wee Yogis Teacher Training Mentorship! Today, you will hear founder, Jocelyn Kay levy with teacher Mya break down everything good and bad that happened during Mya's first kids yoga class. The conversation focuses in on what every kids yoga teacher should have in their tool bag…physical and mental that will help them during trouble zones in their class. This information is for teachers working with ages 1-4. Discussion includes: Props, Songs and bringing in old nursery rhymes, How to Cue when teaching ages 1-4, and Mindfulness Activities.

Kristi Fischer and Kelly Winkler are the hosts of the new podcast, Mindful Conversations with KAY. Both woman have extensive experience sharing yoga and mindfulness with children and families. In this conversation, they dive into their visions for the future of kids yoga, how we can realistically incorporate mindfulness into our parenting, how their relationships with their children have changed since they found yoga, and all about their new podcast with Kidding Around Yoga. Listen in NOW!

Originally aired in February 2021, this episode features Abigail Wilber. Abilgail is an educator, public speaker, and coach. She wants to make mindfulness inclusive, adaptive and relevant to all ages. Abigail loves teaching kids life skills like how to calm down, pay attention, and problem solve. She shares her experience teaching yoga to large groups of teenagers and how she approaches special needs classes. She also sheds light on some red flags to look for when it comes to navigating the business of kids yoga. A shining gem for kids yoga teachers. Listen now!

Kids Yoga Gems are key pieces of advice offered by the over 75 kids yoga professionals from around the globe that have been on The Kids Yoga Podcast. In this special two year anniversary episode, Host and Creator of The KYP, Jessica Mougis, shares some common themes she's heard hoping we can all benefit from these words of wisdom from. Listen in NOW!              

Cathy Cassani Adams, LCSW, co-hosts the Zen Parenting Radio podcast and is co-founder of the annual Zen Parenting Conference. She is a social worker, certified parent coach, former elementary school educator, and yoga teacher who is a forever student when it comes to breathing and mindfulness. Cathy teaches in the Sociology/Criminology Department at Dominican University, and she lives outside of Chicago with her husband Todd and their three daughters. In this conversation, Cathy shares about her journey with yoga and her decade long experience podcasting. She also talks about her new book "Zen Parenting" Caring for Ourselves and Our Children in an Unpredictable World", explains the chakras and offers wise parenting advice. Listen in NOW!

This episode was originally released in April of 2021. James Woods (@datyogadude) has a passion for sharing the tools he has learned on his personal journey to wellness. He has a degree in marriage and family therapy, is a registered yoga teacher, speaker, mentor, author, organizer, teacher and active community member. He is president of FEEL FREE 2 FEEL FREE a health and wellness organization that provides wellness programs and services. James gets candid about his personal yoga journey and how he now shares those tools with black boys and educators. His perspective is important and must be heard! Listen now.

This episode was originally released in March of 2021. Crystal McCreary is a Lead Yoga, Mindfulness and Health Educator & Teacher Trainer with 13+ years of experience in instructing yoga and mindfulness to people of all ages. She facilitates trainings for organizations that aim to support the social and emotional wellbeing of youth and adults, and currently works full-time in the Health Department at an independent school in NYC. Crystal is also the author of the Little Yogi Deck which focuses on emotional intelligence and guides children towards creating a home practice. In this episode, Crystal shares what it means to embody social justice, and why when we prioritize our own healing (by using the technology of yoga) we can create lasting change in the world. She also offers gem after gem of wisdom. Jessica left this interview so fired up she had to go for a brisk walk! Listen in NOW.

This episode was originally released in June of 2020. SonJoria Sydnor is the author and founder of Our Family's Doing Yoga LLC. She is also a parenting educator, wellness advocate and certified yoga instructor with over 10 years of experience in Early Childhood Education.  As a wife and mother of three amazing children, yoga has become a special part of SonJoria's family routine. Naturally she became passionate about kids and family yoga. Her vision to expand the face of wellness is manifesting with the help of her children through their series of books, YouTube Channel & BKDY Club. In this conversation, SonJoria opens up about her experience as a mother, nonprofit founder (I AM Breastfeeding) and black woman in this world. She generously shares how she talks with her children about race, and offers insight into how to encourage children to start practicing yoga at home. Listen in and prepare to be inspired!

This episode was originally released in December of 2020.    Cynthia Zak is a journalist, yoga enthusiast, musician, author, and entrepreneur from Argentina. She has shared yoga with children of every religion, race, age, and income bracket for over 15 years in Miami. She is a pioneer in leading Kids Yoga trainings for hundreds of Spanish speaking people from all over the world and a Founder of Yomu. Her beautiful music, enthusiasm for making yoga accessible to all, and generosity in sharing her insight is a true gift. Listen in and learn from the best!

First released in April of 2020, this interview with Jodi Golda Komitor was a true dream come true.  Jodi is the founder of Next Generation Yoga® (NGY) - the first Kids Yoga studio in the world. Inspired by a background in education, she pioneered Next Generation Yoga in 1998 in New York City, a company she operated for 21 years. During her season as CEO of NGY, she celebrated many successes, including running a thriving international company with multiple six-figure year earnings, authoring The Complete Idiot's Guide to Yoga with Kids, receiving multiple features in renowned media sources, starring in Yoga videos with Gaiam & Comcast on Demand, winning the Kids Yoga Service Award from the National Kids Yoga Conference leading a volunteer service project in Kenya and certifying 100+ Africa Yoga Project teachers in Next Generation Yoga methodology. In May of 2019, she passed the baton and sold Next Generation Yoga. Her experience in successfully starting, building and scaling a business has her passionate for mentoring entrepreneurs. She is the organizer of a non-competitive, like-minded international business group called The Biz of Kids Yoga™ where she provides private and group coaching. As well, she consults for mission-based small businesses who are in various phases of growth, including starting up, scaling big and everything in between. In this conversation, Jodi shares her pioneering kids yoga journey and offers invaluable insight on running a kids yoga business from hiring teachers, to scaling her business, to shifting her business model. A MUST listen for any kids yoga teacher!

In this special re-release we hear the first ever KYP interview with Marissa Goulbourne, originally aired in February of 2020. Marissa is now the Owner of Prana Prenatal Yoga in Westchester, NY. She began practicing yoga regularly in 2014 as a way to cross-train for the NYC Marathon. She deepened her practice in 2016 during her pregnancy, and credits yoga with not only helping her through labor and delivery, but also with strengthening the bond between her and her unborn child. Having spent nearly 15 years working in urban education, Marissa has a passion for empowering children of all ages and helping them succeed. She completed her 200 hour training at Yoga Haven with Betsy Kase, and lives in Westchester County with her husband and daughter. She enjoys reading, cooking, and hanging out with her beautiful blended family, and her favorite asana is Tree Pose (Vrksasana). Jessica and Marissa discuss how Marissa got into teaching kids yoga, how she handles discipline in her classes, and how yoga at home with her daughter differs from her kids yoga classes. They also touch on challenges that may come up when teaching and how best to handle them in the moment. Marissa is insightful and thoughtful and offers so many helpful words of wisdom. Tune in and be inspired!

On this special Thanksgiving episode, host Jessica Mougis shares why she is so grateful for this podcast and how it's developed over the past two years. With her third baby due early December, she shares the exciting KYP plan for her maternity that includes some exciting episode re-releases and a special two year anniversary episode. Listen in now and THANK YOU for being here.

Athea Davis is a mindfulness educator, speaker, and writer dedicated to guiding others to climb the rocky mountains of their life while discovering their inner spark so they feel FULLY alive. She holds a Master's Degree in Educational Policy and Leadership, is a Texas Certified Educator, an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 500) and a Children's Registered Yoga Teacher (RCYT).   She's the author of Today's Gonna Be Awesomesauce: Daily Meditations for Youth, Parents & Families, and the creator of the powerfully positive mindfulness resource, Today's Gonna Be Awesomesauce: Affirmation + Art Card Deck for Youth, Parents, and Educators.  Athea owns Sol Sense Yoga, a mindfully-infused education and leadership company, where she leads live mindfulness trainings + digital courses for leaders, educators, and parents. She is the host of the rising education podcast, Mindful Living with Athea Davis.  In this conversation, Athea opens up generously about how trauma and pain brought her to the yoga mat and why she decided to keep showing up. She inspires with insights of transforming her pain into something beautiful and shares why following her curiosity has led her to where she is today. Listen in NOW for an honest and powerful conversation.  

DeAntwann “DJ” Johnson is a husband, father, author, mentor, coach, counselor, and sports statistician. He grew up in the Indiana foster care system and yet despite that, has gone on to lead a successful, and fulfilling life. Before spending nine years in the foster care system, DJ suffered child abuse, domestic abuse, and emotional trauma. At one point, he wanted to end his life, but he realized that he was on this earth for a purpose. It wasn't an easy road, but DJ was fortunate enough to have several people throughout his life who inspired him to do great things, inspite of everything that he had been through. He worked hard to overcome a life full of hardships, humiliation, aggression, and self-esteem issues, allowing him to be an active advocate for youth. DJ is a compassionate man who has a special place in his heart for uplifting and inspiring students to be the best that they can be. In this conversation, DJ generously shares how his own upbringing brought him to the powerful work he's doing today. He also shares some of his most powerful parenting insights (easily applicable to teachers working with children!) and how and why the new philosophy of parenting differs from the old school way. Packed with gems and insight, this interview is a must listen for all educators and teachers. Listen in NOW!

Kaajal Agnani, Founder and CEO of Boundless Blooms is on a mission to inspire the next generation of kindful (kind + mindful) humans. Launching her business has been a true labor of love for Kaajal, one where she's been able to combine years of experience in research, operations, marketing, and customer experience, with her passion for children's education and development. Yoga, meditation, and mindfulness have played such an instrumental role in her life, and when she began to reflect on how game-changing it would have been for her if she had access to those tools as a child, she knew that her first products had to achieve a specific aim: to make mindfulness meditation fun and accessible for kids of all ages. Since launching, Boundless Blooms has partnered with non-profit organizations, schools, and university programs to make mindfulness accessible to thousands of kids across the country. Kaajal holds a BA in Molecular and Cell Biology from the University of California, Berkeley and an MBA from the University of Southern California (where she studied mindfulness). She currently lives in Los Angeles with her partner, Raja, vibrant toddler, Zavi, and sweet baby, Ayaan. In this conversation, Kaajal shares what inspired her to start her business, how she's found likeminded collaborators, what mindfulness looks like in her day to day life with two small children, and her hopes and dreams for Boundless Blooms. Kaajal is insightful and has so much wisdom to share. Listen in NOW! 

Nicole Koleshis is the founder of Seattle Kids Yoga and a pediatric occupational therapist. She has been teaching yoga to children and families for almost 2 decades. She is currently living and working from the road in her tiny home on wheels, a converted camper van named Free Bird. Since embarking on her Kids Yoga teaching journey in 2002, Nicole has taught yoga and mindfulness to thousands of children and families, facilitated trainings and courses in US and internationally, led family yoga retreats in Costa Rica and Hawaii, developed curriculum, including hundreds of lesson plans; coached aspiring kids yoga teachers and business owners, and recently authored her 1st book Yoga for Little Kids. Nicole is committed to honoring the roots of yoga and making it accessible, relatable, and enjoyable for all children.   In this conversation, Nicole share exactly what Occupational Therapist is and how that work is so interrelated with kids yoga. She also delves into her fascinating story of deciding to embark on a life on the road, and how she has embraced changes in her business kids yoga business. Her reminder to always be a student of yoga always so we can learn to do better is timely and important. Listen in now and learn so much!

Laurie Brockhaus has worked with youth in the St. Louis area since 2000, as a classroom teacher and social worker in school and community organizations, and has taught yoga to children and adults since 2004. She brings together years of experience in education, social justice work, therapy, and yoga/ mindfulness. Laurie co-founded and directs The Oxygen Project: Yoga for Youth which empowers youth through the tools of yoga and mindfulness by offering low or no-cost programming at schools and youth agencies in underserved communities. She also coordinates yoga teacher training programs and instructs group sessions at Urban Breath Yoga. Laurie is certified as a Yoga Therapist through the International Association of Yoga Therapists; she often instructs yoga trainings relevant to mental health and social service and is a mental health and yoga therapist in private practice, specializing in work with children and adolescents.   In the conversation, Laurie shares her yoga story and what inspired her to begin sharing yoga with underserved communities in St Louis. She describes why offering yoga and mindfulness programming in school systems to all children is so important and the challenges and rewards that come along with that work. She also talks about how she has been caring for herself during the pandemic and the blessings she's found within it all. Listen in NOW!

Patty Wildasinn lives in Southern California with her husband and two adult children. Her son, Kaler, who was diagnosed early in his life with Autism and and overgrowth disorder called Soto's Syndrome, has been a driving force in her personal journey and an inspiration for teaching special populations. Patty has taught Kundalini Yoga since 2004 to all levels and abilities, and quickly realized that she loved working with non-typical yogis, seniors, and kids with special needs. This has fueled her passion and commitment to make yoga accessible to everyone through acceptance, modification, and choices. She is a Level Two Certified Kundalini Yoga Teacher. Prior to teaching yoga, Patty was a counselor by profession, working primarily with people in chemical dependency rehabilitation facilities. Her background in human development and helping others to succeed carries over naturally into her teaching and writing. In the beginning of her yoga journey, Patty was given the spiritual name of Patwant Kaur. The destiny provided by the name translates as "The Princess Who is the Keeper of the Honor." She is honored to maintain, expand, and share her life and the yogic teachings with extraordinary groups of people. In this conversation, Patty shares how she found Kundalini yoga and what the philosophy is behind this style of practice. She also talks about why if you can breathe, you can do yoga. In addition, she gets honest about the challenges and rewards in doing her work. Her new book "Yogable" is out now and has so much valuable information on how to share yoga with special populations. Listen in now and learn so much! 

Natasha Bryant is a yoga teacher that specializes in bringing yoga and mindfulness to children, teens and families of all abilities under the name Amazing Me Yoga. She has a passion for teaching self love from an early age by providing a safe space to express from the heart, move with love and connect with one's self as well as each other. Natasha's yoga classes meet the student where they are, they focus on listening to your own body over 'perfecting' poses. Natasha is a mum to 2 wonderful children aged 3 and 8 who are her main source of inspiration. Amazing Me Yoga is full of games, playfulness, music, affirmations, drawing, journaling, poses, mindfulness, breath work and life - because it is all Yoga. In this conversation, Natasha shares how she found yoga as a balance to her focus on fitness after having her first baby. She also shares why yoga isn't something to be pictured, but rather to be experienced. In addition, she talks about her biggest challenges and greatest rewards in starting Amazing Me Yoga. Her perspective on parenting and self-care are truly refreshing and comforting too. Listen in now and be inspired!

Camelia (Mimi) Felton is a Yoga Alliance 200RYT Yoga Teacher, a KAY (Kidding Around Yoga) Certified Kids Yoga Teacher, a Certified Meditation Instructor, a YBB (Yoga Behind Bars) certified Trauma-Informed Yoga Instructor & a Reiki ll Practitioner. Mimi started Mimi's Yoga Kids in 2018 after realizing the many benefits of doing yoga with her young grandson. She knew that this was something that kids and their families needed. She couldn't find what she wanted so she decided to create it! She is very excited to share all these wonderful practices with children and their families. She wants to share her knowledge with the world to cultivate awareness on how these wonderful practices can teach all of us, especially our children, MINDFULNESS, INNER PEACE, MEDITATION & IMAGINATION!  On her second appearance on the podcast, Mimi shares how her business has grown and pivoted 18 months into the pandemic. She also gives helpful advice for kids yoga business owners, and life advice on how we can best create the life we've dreamed of. Mimi's positive and vibrant energy is magnetic, and this episode is bound to leave you feeling inspired from the inside out. Listen in NOW!

Kathryn Mercer has been a speech language pathologist for 25 years and a follower of yoga throughout her adult life.  Currently, Kathryn is a Clinical Educator and a Contributing Faculty Member for Speech Therapy at the University of St. Augustine. Her private practice as guide to parents of children with communication and executive functioning is called Our Bright Path. Her areas of specialty include Autism, Executive Functioning and pediatric language and speech challenges. She has dedicated much time to learning from Autistic people (in her life and elsewhere) about neurodiverse experiences. These inform many of her clinical (and parenting) approaches.   Kathryn is a certified 500 hour yoga teacher and yoga teacher for children. She also has completed several trainings for trauma-sensitive yoga. Kathryn parents her neurodivergent teenaged children and volunteers her time teaching with Bliss Kid Yoga in Austin, Texas.  Kathryn has formally presented to fellow clinicians and to parents on subjects related to mindfulness research, interpersonal neurobiology, and trauma as they relate to speech therapy/communication difficulties.  Kathryn is also the host of the new podcast, Yoga Kids Adventure, the first yoga podcast made specifically for children.  Kathryn shares how she infuses yoga into her speech pathology work and has great insight into the idea of effective communication. She also talks about her collaborative experience working on the Yoga Kids Adventure Podcast, their deliberate approach to the language used in the podcast, and how as a team they've created a wonderful resource for children to practice yoga at home. Kathryn is a warm, present and articulate person with so much valuable knowledge to share. Listen in NOW!

Emily Fleming is a dynamic educator and yoga practitioner whose sankalpa, “Soft Heart, Courageous Truth”, guides her daily interactions and sparks her motivation to offer the transformative benefits of yoga to students of all ages. Having begun her yoga practice at age 16, Emily brings more than 10 years of experience in addition to certification (M.A.T., RYT500, RCYT, YACEP) to all who embrace her teaching. Emily currently resides in her hometown of Baltimore, MD where she teaches yoga to middle school students at The Crossroads School, full-time. Her journey to serving in this capacity speaks to her steadfast belief in the power manifested through following your heart. Not only was Emily the first to create her role as the school's Yoga and Mindfulness Teacher, but she also developed a comprehensive three-year curriculum. Emily offers self-care courses for educators, a suite of mentorship programs, and consulting services for K-12 schools and organizations looking to establish and offer yoga and mindfulness programs to their communities.A student of life and a dedicated holistic wellness professional, Emily fervently commits herself to personal growth for the benefit of humanity. In her second appearance on the podcast, Emily shares her experience teaching yoga full time both in person and online throughout the pandemic. She offers insights into best practices when communicating with schools about offering yoga, and talks about her "Land You Dream Job Teaching Kids Yoga in Schools" course. She also explains how and what she decides to share on social media and how that is a yoga practice within itself.  Engaging, pertinent and so timely, this episode is a must listen for anyone sharing yoga with children.

Megan Erb gets the busyness of life and parenthood. As a full-time working mother of two active little girls, she's struggled with the balance of work, parenting, finding time for play and finding time for exercise and self-care.  Meg has been practicing yoga on and off for 20 years. As a former television and print journalist, crazy schedules, high stress, and intense deadlines dominated her life for far too long. She noticed her young daughter was starting to pick up on her stress and anxiety. And she knew it was time for a change she wanted. Going back to her yoga mat was the answer for both of them.  Meg saw the benefits of yoga in her daughter and knew this was the new path she needed to take.  In the summer of 2019, Meg became a certified kids yoga teacher through Seattle Kids Yoga launching Kids Yoga with Meg July 2019. Meg has taught kids yoga and mindfulness classes through after school enrichment programs as well as family yoga classes at studios in her West Seattle neighborhood. During the pandemic, she switched gears and offered free weekly, kids yoga and mindfulness classes online for her daughters' school, giving everyone the opportunity to learn and practice skills to help them cope with life during the pandemic. Meg is certified in Tween and Teen Yoga through Flow and Grow Yoga and has completed mindfulness training through Mindful Schools. She also co-facilitated a recent family yoga and mindfulness workshop for Seattle Kids Yoga. Currently, Meg is in the process of completing her 200-hour yoga teacher training through The Traveling Yoga School and will be certified in October.  In this conversation, Meg shares why and how she shifted from a 20 year career in journalism, how she integrates yoga in her own home, how she pivoted her new business during the pandemic and her hopes and dreams for the future of Kids Yoga With Meg.  Meg's unique story and perspective will leave you feeling inspired. Listen in NOW!