what is yoga?

Yoga is an ancient mind-body discipline for self-improvement that was developed in India thousands of years ago. In yoga, poses (asanas) and breathing (pranayama) are used to bring strength and balance to the physical body, and meditiation or relaxation brings calm to the mind. The purpose of yoga is to achieve optimum physical and mental health, which benefits the whole person.

The word “yoga” can be translated as union, or connection. Yoga practice is about uniting our bodies with our minds, and finding balance in the way we live our lives. Yoga is done at the individual’s own level, in a non-competitive environment.

There are many benefits to practicing yoga, including a stronger body, a relaxed outlook, a feeling of connection with the body, a release of tension, a feeling of energy flowing freely through the body, and a general sense of well-being and joy.

why is yoga great for kids?

Yoga is a great way for kids to get connected with their bodies. Yoga stretches kids’ bodies and minds, and boosts their confidence. It can help bring active minds into union with active bodies, and can help kids learn to calm both. Kids feel empowered by their ability to learn new poses, stretch into new positions, and stabilize their minds in a non-competitive environment.

Yoga can build stronger bodies, help stretch athletes’ muscles, and make kids more limber. It can teach kids new ways to relax and calm themselves when they feel stressed (which they often do in today’s world).

At the Budding Yogis studio, kids can have fun, stretch their imaginations, play, and relax. For some kids, the yoga studio may be the only non-competitive activity that they engage in all week. Budding Yogis is a respite for kids where they can develop to their fullest physical and mental health and well-being.