Inner Bliss Kids Yoga

All ‘Inner Bliss Kids Yoga’ classes are designed to help children feel calm, confident and capable one breath at a time. Through the practice of breathing exercises, yoga poses, yoga games, art, music and relaxation activities, children are encouraged to express their creativity, have fun, make friends and enjoy the experience of yoga. At the same time, children are developing their physical strength, flexibility, stamina, co-ordination and balance.

Children also learn how they can use simple yoga and mindfulness techniques on those days when they may be feeling a little frustrated, overwhelmed, nervous or anxious about events or situations in their lives.

It is our hope that children recognise, accept and appreciate their uniqueness and individuality, not just now in the present time, but also well into their adult lives.

★ 5-8 YEAR OLD CLASSES

Our active 5-8 year old classes are filled with fun, laughter and creativity. Storytelling and yoga games help children to learn how to make friends, work positively with others, as well as increase their concentration, focus, perseverance and resilience.

This is all done in a safe, non-judgemental, caring and nurturing environment where respect of self and others is paramount.

★ 9-12 YEAR OLD CLASSES

Our 9-12 year old classes take children on a journey of yoga that is more like an adult class but still with the element of yoga games, fun and laughter.

These classes have a greater focus on yoga poses, posture and alignment, which is helpful for children’s developing stamina, body awareness, concentration and co-ordination skills.

Our age-appropriate activities also promote acceptance and respect for oneself and others, tolerance, resilience, positive social interactions and the strength in believing in yourself and your dreams.

★ TEEN YOGA

During the teenage years, often there is an enormous amount of emotional and physical change, as well as, some possible increasing external academic and social pressures and demands placed on our youth. Our ‘Finding your Zen’ Teen Yoga and Mindfulness courses guide and nurture teenagers by introducing them to practical tools and techniques that can bring awareness, calm and clarity to their lives.

These classes incorporate meditation, mindfulness, breathing and concentration techniques, yoga movement, empowering affirmations, creative connection-to-self and group activities and journal writing. This can be beneficial during these uncertain, challenging and possibly turbulent and confusing teenage years.

Our lessons also promote acceptance and respect for oneself and others, tolerance, resilience, positive social interactions and the strength in believing in yourself and your own abilities and dreams.

ABOUT US

Our name ‘Inner Bliss Kids Yoga’ was chosen with the premise on ‘inner’ meaning ‘internal’ and ‘bliss’ symbolising ‘great joy, happiness and (a state of) delight’ and is reflected in our mission statement being to “empower and inspire children to discover their own inner strength, develop their self-confidence and create their own sense of calm.”

I live in the stunning beachside city of Wollongong on the NSW South Coast with my two beautiful and treasured children, being a gorgeous and creative 14 year old daughter and an active and energetic 11 year old son.

After over two decades of experience as a Primary School Teacher and Early Childhood Teacher, I was on a constant and extensive search for a programme that not only encouraged strength, coordination, physical endurance, activity and exercise but would also impact children on a deeper level with a sense of increased self-confidence, empowerment, gratitude, focus, concentration, perseverance and self-love.

Everything I was looking for and more, fell into place for me in 2017 when I discovered and then trained as a children’s yoga teacher. My eyes were opened up to this avenue of overall enrichment that is achievable to children of all ages, backgrounds, abilities and needs.

I feel extremely privileged to have the opportunity to educate children of all ages in this ancient practice, so that each child can gain a sense of calm, peace and relaxation in their daily busy lives as well as learn vital life skills of how to live with kindness and compassion to all.

Accepts NSW Active Kids Vouchers