Teacher Training
Welcome to the enchanting world of Children's Yoga! Embark on an exhilarating journey where we delve into time-honoured philosophies and discover engaging ways to introduce them to children. At Blissful Kids, our teacher training program offers a blend of practicality, insightful teachings, and pure enjoyment. Led by Jani and Anja, highly trained and experienced instructors, you can expect to gain invaluable knowledge while honing your unique teaching style. Receive expert guidance on how to effectively engage with young yogis. Our training goes beyond instruction; we encourage you to reconnect with your inner child and cultivate a nurturing environment where they can thrive. Together, we will explore various styles and techniques, assisting you in uncovering your own teaching niche. Join us and discover that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to teaching Yoga to children.
Foundation Course
Comprised of Modules 1 & 2
Below are some of the topics we will cover in our Foundational Course, This Training is truly an enlightening experience, where you will learn as much about yourself as you will about teaching yoga to children. It is through your journey and reconnection to self that you will uncover the joys of teaching children.
Course outline:
- The History of Yoga
- Why children should do Yoga
- Benefits of Yoga and Art for children
- Themes & Art Ideas
- Mantras and Affirmations
- Songs and Music
- Breath-work
- Warm-ups, yoga poses & partner poses
- Games
- Relaxation & Guided Imagery
- Class planning
- Child development
- Mindfulness & Meditation
- Tips for teaching children art
- Setting Healthy Boundaries
- Tools and tricks for getting and keeping the attention of your students
- Introduction to colour therapy
- Touch on Yoga for special needs
ADVANCED COURSE
Comprised of Modules 3, 4 & 5
Our Advanced Course moves deeper into your journey. This will give you more tools to teach children yoga, art, and mindfulness. We will unpack age-old philosophies and concepts and make them really fun and easy to understand and teach. As much as you are learning about teaching children you will be continuing your journey of self-discovery.
Course outline:
- Yoga Philosophy – (8 limbs)
- Anatomy
- Chakras & Colour
- The Journey Inward
- Teen Development
- Class planning
- Yoga for Special Needs
- Stress and the brain
- Learning Styles
- Mindfulness
- The 5 senses
- The Elements
- Ayurveda
- Teachers from the past
- Art from the heart
- Positive discipline in the classroom – Discipline from the heart
- Creating a business from your children’s yoga classes
- Health and safety guidelines
- Clarity on your vision
Module 5:
This assignment is for children’s yoga teachers who have completed the Blissful Kids Advanced Teacher Training (Modules 3 & 4) these hours form a part of the 200-level training.
BLISSFUL KIDS ONLINE TEACHER TRAINING
Immerse yourself in our online Kids Yoga Teacher Training course. This online course is a self-study option derived from our in-person training and includes weekly/biweekly webinars to provide support, guidance, practice & feedback.<br /> We believe in fostering a personal connection, which is why we have curated this course to provide an intimate experience where we can truly get to know you and offer dedicated guidance throughout your journey. Our comprehensive program is specifically designed for therapists, parents, teachers, yoga instructors, and individuals with a genuine passion for working with children and recognising the transformative power of yoga in their lives, studios, classrooms, or homes. As you embark on this remarkable voyage, you will not only acquire invaluable tools to effectively teach children but also embark on a journey of self-discovery. Join us today and unlock a world of endless possibilities!
