TEACHING YOGA TO KIDS
Offered by:
MARY SCUDELLA, E-R.Y.T.

AT TOTAL BODY YOGA

April 18, 2010

12:00-4:00 p.m.


Working with and teaching children is a career of passion and strength. Watching children grow and develop is one of the most exciting opportunities life can offer. Seeing the love in their eyes and the joy in their hearts makes each teacher’s day worthwhile.

This course will enable you to bring the beauty of yoga into your work with children. If you already teach yoga to adults or if you work with children in a classroom environment, this workshop is for you. Learning the basics of teaching yoga to kids will enable you to nurture and enhance your children’s lives.

Through this workshop you will learn:
* A brief history of yoga and why it is so popular today.
* The benefits of teaching yoga to kids and what makes it ideal for a group environment.
* Yoga poses, games, and activities to use in the classroom.
* Ways to tailor yoga to different developmental abilities and stages.
* Breathing exercises to energize and to calm.
* How to incorporate the principles of yoga throughout each interaction you have with children.

Increase your toolbox by adding kids yoga to your teaching repertoire. Enlighten your classroom environment and lift your own spirits as you let the light in your children’s hearts shine!

*4 contact CEU credit hours can by applied if you are an RYT with the Yoga Alliance.
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FAMILY YOGA Celebrates

EARTH DAY, 2010

April 25, 2010

Have you been wanting to bring your family to yoga? A Family Yoga Party is a great way to introduce children and your spouse to yoga! Family Yoga Parties are fun, centered around games and adventures and perfect for the whole family. After an hour of yoga, we spend time having snacks together. This is a great chance to step away from the hustle and bustle of life and to enjoy some quality family time.

Pre-registration is required. Email me or contact info@totalbodyyoga.com to register.
Cost is $40 per family of up to 4 people, $5.00 for each additional family member.
Family members ages 4 and older are welcome to join in the fun!
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Kids' Yoga Camp 2010

Kids' Yoga Camp is a great way to have laid back fun at the end of the summer. Your child will enjoy yoga, crafts, stories, and music during each camp day.



Session 1:
August 9-13, 2010: 9:15 am - 11:45 am
Led by Mary Scudella

Monday: Taking Care of Me: Spa Day Crafts
Tuesday: Taking Care of You: Friendship Bracelets
Wednesday: Taking Care of the Animals: Recycled Bird Feeder
Thursday: Taking Care of the Air: Bike Decorations
Friday: Taking Care of the Planet: Recycled Flower Arranging

Session 2:
August 16-20, 2010: 9:15 am - 11:45 am
Led by Nancy Nedland

Monday: What makes you see Red:
Journals for feelings & poses.
Tuesday: Yellow Like the Sun: Sun Catchers
Wednesday: Don’t be Blue, Just be You: Kite Project
Thursday: Go Green: Recycled Bead Necklaces
Friday: Pink, Purple, & Peace: Fabric Peace Sculptures

Camp Costs:
Early Bird (register by June 15):
$140 per child for a single session (save  $35!)
$250 per child for both sessions (save $80!)

Registration after June 15:
$175 per child for a single session
$330 per child for both sessions

Camp Information:
Camp is appropriate for kids ages 4-12 years old.
Space is limited to 14 kids per session.
Parents are asked to supply a healthy snack for their yogini (child) each day.
Kids should wear comfortable, easy to move in clothes.
We may spend times outdoors, weather permitting.
Cost includes all yoga equipment and craft supplies.

To register for kids’ yoga camp:
Fill out the registration portion of this brochure and present it with payment to Total Body Yoga – OR
Contact Mary Scudella
by phone: 847-542-2340
by email: mary@omyogamom.com

Registration policy:
Registration is processed on a first come, first served basis.
Payment is due at time of registration.
To receive early bird discount, registration and payment is due by June 15.
If cancellation is necessary, payment will be refunded minus a $20 fee if notified prior to June 30. If notified after June 30, refund will be granted only if the spot is filled. No refunds will be given after camp begins.
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