Yoga in Schools - Washington DC Metro Area
Bringing Movement, Mindfulness, and Connection to the Classroom
Yoga helps students learn techniques for concentrating, reducing stress, and connecting to their bodies in a loving way while having fun and building fitness. Classes include movement, breath, relaxation, character development, and social emotional Skills. As the physical, mental, and social-emotional benefits of yoga for children become more broadly understood, the demand for yoga in the school setting is growing.
Customized After-School Yoga Programs
Customized After-School Yoga ProgramsBreathing Space is pleased to offer after-school classes at several neighborhood schools. We are vetted through the DCPS Out-of-School-Time office as an aftercare provider, so we can set up classes at schools directly. However, we are also happy to work through your school's primary afterschool program provider to offer enrichment options.
Breathing Space after-school classes incorporate age-appropriate poses, movement, breathing, games, and relaxation. Classes often revolve around a philosophical or natural theme, sometimes including books, art, or other creative activities to explore a theme, and always including some form of quiet relaxation.
In-Classroom Yoga & Mindfulness Lessons
In-Classroom Yoga & Mindfulness LessonsBreathing Space has offered weekly or occasional classes at a variety of schools, preschools, and daycares in the DC area.
Sometimes, we offer classes in conjunction with physical education or another special subject, with a 45-to 60-minute lesson in a multipurpose room or other open space. Other times, we offer shorter lessons right in the classroom. We are happy to work with schools to design a program to meet their unique needs.
Yoga is designed to be practiced regularly, so we offer discounts for schools willing to engage in a year-long contract. We are happy to work with your school to develop a custom arrangement.
Yoga for Organizations or Private Learning Groups
Yoga for Organizations or Private Learning GroupsClasses can be customized for lots of different organizations and learning needs. If you have a group and an appropriate venue, we can set up an occasional or recurring class – monthly, weekly, or daily.
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What Our Schools Say
Breathing Space instructors add to the morale of your school in a positive uplifting manner. They are in constant communication which makes for a smooth process. They are super flexible and provide nothing but the best. – public charter school aftercare program director
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