Discover the wonderful world of phonics and how to use yoga to teach emergent readers essential language decoding skills.This episode of the Yoga In My School podcast hosts Hilary Grierson of Bear Foot Yogis based in London, UK. Hilary is passionate about teaching children through play and has developed a kids yoga phonics card deck to do just that. Wondering how phonics cards are different from alphabet cards? Why kinaestetic learning is so effective? or how to create and publish your own set of yoga cards? Have a listen for all this and more.Highlights:0:40 Trauma Informed Yoga and Mindfulness1:59 Introduction to Hilary Grierson7:05 What are phonics?10:55 Challenges to learning phonics15:22 Kinaestetic learning18:37 Combining yoga and phonics26:00 Kids Yoga Activity: Sound bag29:14 Breath work with sound31:15 Creating, publishing, and marketing kids yoga productsFIND BEAR FOOT YOGI&apos;s phonics cardsTrauma Informed Yoga and Mindfulness Coursebit.ly/traumainformedyogatrainingCONNECT with Yoga In My SchoolWeb Instagram Facebook Twitter ​Pinterest SUBSCRIBE to Yoga In My School podcastfind us on your fave podcast provider - subscribe, rate, comment and shareSupport the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)

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Phonics, Play and Kids Yoga with Hilary Grierson

The Saskachewan Indigenous Yoga Association (SIYA) is changing lives as they invite healing and growth through movement and meditation.In this episode of the Yoga In My School podcast we chat with Dawn Deguire, co-founder of the Saskatchewan Indigenous Yoga Association. Discover the amazing work happening throughout the province through their yoga teacher training scholarship program and grass roots approach to bringing the healing benefits of yoga to indigenous populations and underserved communities.Truly inspiring work. Thank you. Join Dawn for a special yoga class Sept 30, 2021 in honor of the first National Day for Truth and ReconciliationTopic: N&apos;tl Day of Reconciliation YogaTime: Sep 30, 2021 07:00 PM SaskatchewanZoom Meeting ID: 792 652 4847Passcode: skyogaHighlights:03:06 Intro to Dawn Deguire05:36 Saskatchewan Indigenous Yoga Association12:20 Why are Metis and Indigenous yoga teachers essential14:57 Finding universal truths and discovering your personal path20:22 Impact of graduates of the Indigenous yoga teacher scholarship25:19 National Day for Truth and ReconciliationFollow/Like SIYA on FacebookOn Instagram @skindigenousyogaLearn about the origins of Orange Shirt Day CONNECT with Yoga In My SchoolInstagram Facebook Twitter Pinterest SUBSCRIBE to Yoga In My School podcastfind us on your fave podcast provider - subscribe, rate, comment and shareSupport the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)

Supporting Indigenous Yoga In Saskatchewan with Dawn Deguire

Initiate change in education through embodied consciousness and freedom. Dive into a new level of self-awareness in learning environments as our amazing guest Abbi Wills, co-founder of Shanti Generation, explores what it means to teach embodiment, student power, and self-compassion in order to facilitate optimal learning and growth.HIGHLIGHTS1:53 Intro Abbi Wills7:08 Sovereign Bodies Learn Here12:00 Facilitating Optimal Learning15:45 How to Manage a Sovereign Bodies Classroom20:04 Inviting Agency vs Forcing Compliance25:49 Encouraging Self Exploration and Self Compassion31:50 What embodied awareness looks/feels like33:10 Fostering Self AdvocacyAbbi&apos;s First Interview with Yoga In My SchoolCONNECT with Abbi Willshttps://www.instagram.com/teachlovebreathe/Learn more about Shanti Generation and their work https://shantigeneration.com/CONNECT with Yoga In My SchoolWeb https://yogainmyschool.comInstagram https://www.instagram.com/yogainmysch​ool.comFacebook https://www.facebook.com/YogaInMySchool/​Twitter https://twitter.com/DonnaKFreeman​Pinterest https://www.pinterest.ca/yogainmyschool/​SUBSCRIBE to Yoga In My School podcastfind us on your fave podcast provider - subscribe, rate, comment and shareSupport the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)

Abbi Wills-Sovereign Bodies Learn Here

Sun Salutations, Half Moon Pose, Star Pose, Moon Salutations, and more invite yogis to look to the skies.In this episode of the Yoga In My School podcast guest Doreen Foxwell of The Children&apos;s School of Yoga shares her creative new Astrology Meets Kids Yoga curriculum. We discuss the impact of the pandemic on her business, following your passions, curriculum writing, acknowledging your kids yoga teachers, and more. If you are passionate about your kids yoga business, this is a must listen episode. HIGHLIGHTS:0:30 Welcome Doreen Foxwell2:33 Evolution of The Children&apos;s School of Yoga6:45 The birth of Astrology Meets Kids Yoga curriculum9:45 How astrology and kids yoga work together18:40 Birth charts: free resource https://www.astro.com/horoscope21:40 Intellectual property: protecting your rights and content30:00 Importance of acknowledging kids yoga teachers, creators37:32 For more information about Astrology Meets Kids Yoga curriculumCONNECT with The Children&apos;s School of Yogahttps://www.thechildrensschoolofyoga.com/CONNECT with Yoga In My SchoolWeb https://yogainmyschool.comInstagram https://www.instagram.com/yogainmysch​ool.comFacebook https://www.facebook.com/YogaInMySchool/​Twitter https://twitter.com/DonnaKFreeman​Pinterest https://www.pinterest.ca/yogainmyschool/​SUBSCRIBE to Yoga In My School podcastfind us on your fave podcast provider - subscribe, rate, comment and shareSupport the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)Support the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)

Astrology Meets Kids Yoga w Doreen Foxwell

In this episode of the Yoga In My School podcast we explore bringing the joy of music and multiculturalism into your homes, yoga studios and kids yoga classes.Guest Dan Storper, founder and CEO of Putumayo World Music, shares his love of music and the world. The new Putumayo album Kids Yoga Dreamland is a beautiful compilation of eclectic world melodies to invite relaxation and sleep.1:30 Intro to Dan Storper and how Putumayo World Music came about9:54 Choosing music and the multicultural nature of Putumayo14:29 Kids Yoga Dreamland - music for yoga & relaxation19:43 Liner notes include yoga poses for relaxation23:06 Emotional impact of music26:06 Music promotes world understanding and citizenship30:17 Using relaxing movement and music to help kids go to sleep34:00 Music to take you on a journey37:02 Putumayo playlists and radio showDISCOVER Putumayo World MusicCONNECT with Yoga In My SchoolWeb https://yogainmyschool.com​Instagram https://www.instagram.com/yogainmysch​ool.comFacebook https://www.facebook.com/YogaInMySchool/​Twitter https://twitter.com/DonnaKFreeman​Pinterest https://www.pinterest.ca/yogainmyschool/​SUBSCRIBE to Yoga In My School podcastfind us on your fave podcast provider - subscribe, rate, comment and shareSupport the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)

Kids Yoga Dreamland with Dan Storper of Putumayo

Are you interested in writing a kids yoga book? Yes? You need to listen to this episode of the Yoga In My School podcast as Susan Rose, newly published author, shares her experience and insight from diving into the process during the Covid pandemic. Fifteen months later she has published two books with a plan for a series. It&apos;s been a learning curve from which you can benefit.Note: There are some audio lags in this recording due to wifi connection during the live interview. Thank you for your patience.Highlights include:1:15 Who is Susan Rose3:05 Inspiration to become an author4:46 Finding an illustrator7:05 Steps to writing a kids yoga picture book9:00 The publishing process12:01 Biggest surprise in writing a kids yoga book17:16 Everybody is Good at Something19:00 How it feels to hold your book in your hands20:30 Essentials of marketing your book23:20 Investment (time & money) to write a book26:47 Advice for new authorsCONNECT with Susanhttps://www.susanroseyoga.com/CONNECT with Yoga In My SchoolWeb https://yogainmyschool.com​Instagram https://www.instagram.com/yogainmysch​...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/YogaInMySchool/​Twitter https://twitter.com/DonnaKFreeman​Pinterest https://www.pinterest.ca/yogainmyschool/​SUBSCRIBE to Yoga In My School podcastfind us on your fave podcast provider - subscribe, rate, comment and shareSupport the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)

Insight into Writing a Kids Yoga Book

In this episode of the Yoga In My School podcast the delightfully genuine Jen Berg shares insights and practices on using percussion instruments in kids yoga class. Jen is quick to remind me that she is not a professional drummer and that is what makes her the perfect example of following the heart and sharing what you love authentically. She provides Highlights include:2:15 Intro to Jen Berg4:07 Drumming in kids yoga class6:54 How music impacts a kids yoga class9:15 Using shakers in kids yoga class13:08 Jen&apos;s drum and how she uses it in class17:50 Benefits of using a drum in class21:00 Using a singing bowl in kids yoga class27:30 How to get in touch with JenFollow Jen on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/divine.love.yoga/CONNECT with Yoga In My SchoolWeb https://yogainmyschool.com​Instagram https://www.instagram.com/yogainmysch​...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/YogaInMySchool/​Twitter https://twitter.com/DonnaKFreeman​Pinterest https://www.pinterest.ca/yogainmyschool/​SUBSCRIBE to Yoga In My School podcastfind us on your fave podcast provider - subscribe, rate, comment and shareSupport the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)

Using Percussion Instruments in Your Kids Yoga Class

Yoga In My School founder Donna Freeman speaks with Andrew Baxter of Teen Mental Health/Mental Health Literacy regarding Mental Health Literacy, resources for mental health for schools/parents, and trends currently happening in youth mental health.Highlights include:1:26 Intro to Andrew Baxter3:26 Mental Health Literacy6:56 Mental Health Disorders vs Problems9:10 Propensity for teens to develop Mental Health Disorders10:35 How youth have dealt with the pandemic15:33 Trends in mental health among youth18:34 Tools to manage mental health25:35 Advice for parents, educators, youth leaders when working with youth29:43 Using correct terminology 32:00 Resources for Mental Health ACCESS Mental Health Literacy resourceshttps://mentalhealthliteracy.org/CONNECT with Yoga In My SchoolWeb https://yogainmyschool.com​Instagram https://www.instagram.com/yogainmysch​...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/YogaInMySchool/​Twitter https://twitter.com/DonnaKFreeman​Pinterest https://www.pinterest.ca/yogainmyschool/​SUBSCRIBE to Yoga In My School podcastfind us on your fave podcast provider - subscribe, rate, comment and shareSupport the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)

Teen Mental Health with Andrew Baxter

Discover the current trends and issues in the kids yoga and mindfulness community with Donna Freeman, host of the Yoga In My School podcast, and Lara Hocheiser, founder of Flow and Grow Kids Yoga.Highlights include:2:05 Welcome Lara Hocheiser5:50 Teaching and leading from moments of growth/vulnerability7:34 Professionalization of the industry10:00 School yoga programs, expectations and up-leveling15:30 Youth becoming yoga teachers18:52 Community/cultural specialization and responsiveness21:26 Competition vs Community - empowering all instructors23:57 Accessibility, Inclusivity, Adaptability27:20 Teaching within your scope of practice30:03 Access to yoga - AKA grant writing32:18 National Kids Yoga ConferenceConnect with Larahttps://flowandgrowkidsyoga.com/Learn more about the National Kids Yoga Conferencehttps://kidsyogaconference.org/CONNECT with Yoga In My SchoolWeb https://yogainmyschool.com​Instagram https://www.instagram.com/yogainmysch​...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/YogaInMySchool/​Twitter https://twitter.com/DonnaKFreeman​Pinterest https://www.pinterest.ca/yogainmyschool/​SUBSCRIBE to Yoga In My School podcastfind us on your fave podcast provider - subscribe, rate, comment and shareSupport the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)

Trends in Kids Yoga 2021 w Lara Hocheiser

BONUS EPISODE:Originally this interview was published exclusively on YouTube. We&apos;ve added it here as a complement to our previous episode, Trauma Informed Yoga with Joanne Spence. We encourage all to receive trauma informed training that we can help heal and support one another in respectful, compassionate ways.Join Yoga In My School founder Donna Freeman as she chats with David Treleaven about mindfulness, trauma informed practices, the wisdom of the body, and how to empower all to practice mindfulness in a safe, wise and caring way.David&apos;s book Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness: Practices for Safe and Transformative Healing was released Feb 13, 2018. A definite must read for anyone practicing or teaching mindfulness.Episode Highlights:0:50 Meet David Treleaven3:54 How widespread is trauma6:57 Ways mindfulness/meditation can benefit trauma survivors10:08 Tips for shifting to trauma informed practices13:38 Contraindications of mindfulness for trauma survivors16:30 Tools to creating safe, wise and caring practices and classes24:00 Specific advice for yoga/meditation classes25:46 Power dynamics and social contextSupport the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)

BONUS: Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness w David Treleaven

Donna Freeman, founder of Yoga In My School and host of the podcast, recently sat down and chatted with Joanne Spence about her new book Trauma Informed Yoga (release date March 9. 2021).Listen to their conversation about trauma, the importance of becoming trauma informed, polyvagal theory and why it&apos;s important, and specific tools that everyone/anyone can use to help self regulate. Enter to win a copy of her book. Contest runs March 1-8, 2021. Open to all 18 years of age and over. Winner will be contacted via email. Multiple entries encouraged.Highlights Include:2:48​ Welcome Joanne Spence4:00​ Trauma Informed Yoga book5:30​ For whom is Trauma Informed Yoga written9:37​ The prevalence of trauma and its impact14:35​ Avoiding Re-traumatization, becoming trauma informed15:27​ What is Polyvagel Theory and how does it apply to yoga, breathwork, meditation19:59​ Practices to Calm, Energize and Balance: A Yoga Toolbelt28:00​ How to offer meditations and visualizations30:27​ How to empower students/clients with agency33:36​ Yoga practices for every one, hesitant participants39:09​ Gentle restorative yoga for mental health39:50​ Giveaway - win a copy of Trauma Informed YogaSupport the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)

Trauma Informed Yoga with Joanne Spence plus Giveaway

Welcome to the new world of teaching online. If you wondering how to do well so you&apos;ve come to the right place.Laura Mcegan of Divine Light Yoga shares tips on how to effectively teach kids yoga online. Laura brings her wealth of experience and knowledge, providing numerous  ideas of how to maintain attention, engage learners, and leverage virtual tools to achieve dynamic, impactful virtual youth yoga classes.Highlights Include:1:26​ Introduction to Laura Mcegan6:35​ How to teach virtual kids yoga classes9:28​ Jumping into virtual teaching13:39​ Tips for engaging children during class16:40​ Adapting games for online/social distance learning18:24​ Magic Yoga Box teaching technique22:36​ Leveraging the Chat function25:29​ What to do when waiting for people to join a virtual class30:29​ How long should online kids yoga classes last33:09​ Using music in online classes36:58​ Embracing the virtual classroomCONNECT with Yoga In My SchoolWeb https://yogainmyschool.comInstagramFacebook SUBSCRIBE to Yoga In My School podcastfind us on your fave podcast provider - subscribe, rate, comment and shareSupport the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)

Tips for Teaching Kids Yoga Online

Cory Sterling is the founder of Conscious Counsel, an online, accessible legal firm dedicated to helping heart centered business owners lead their best lives.Cory offers on point legal advice that is relevant to every yoga instructor and studio owner. He and host Donna Freeman cover a range of topics from waivers to trademarks and there is even some laughter thrown in. Cory is not your typical lawyer, as he joins the podcast from a beach in Brazil, but he knows his stuff, speaking with authority and expertise.Highlights include:3:12 Cory&apos;s personal story5:05 Conscious Counsel: legal services for heart leading businesses7:13 Advice for waivers of liability11:38 Online teaching legal consideration16:08 Waiver of liability in schools/ working with minors18:55 Additional online yoga advice20:55 Language when writing legal documents22:00 Non compete-clauses27:07 Trade marks31:39 Final legal advice for yoga teachers/studio ownersSupport the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)

Legal Advice for Yoga Teachers w Cory Sterling

In this special episode founder Donna Freeman shares some of the personal and professional challenges from this past year as well as her gift to you for the holiday season.00:36 Real Talk: impact of Covid-192:48 Moving YTT/RCYT online6:04 Facing challenges with an open heart7:48 Need for Trauma Informed Training9:55 My Gift to You: Mindful Advent13:57 Future of Yoga In My School podcastWhere to find the training and resources mentioned during the podcastYTT 200 and 300http://bit.ly/ambassadoryogaRCYThttps://yogainmyschool.com/teacher-training/Trauma Informed Traininghttps://bit.ly/traumainformedyogatrainingMindful AdventInstagram (IGTV) - https://www.instagram.com/donnakfreeman/channel/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/watch/119611714090/368066284494572Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/showcase/7707125Support the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)

2020 Yoga In My School Real Talk and Holiday Gift to You

In this episode of the Yoga In My School podcast Jivana Heyman shares insights into accessible yoga in thought and practice. We talk about community, activism, accessibility, service and of course yoga. And yes, we totally geek out on applying the sutras into everyday life. This episode is a little longer than usual and includes so much goodness. Enjoy.Highlights0:47 Intro Jivana Heyman6:05 What is Accessible Yoga10:30 Learning from and engaging in activism16:20 Boundaries and Self Care18:08 Yoga and Human Rights (sutras)24::00 Yoga empowers, combats fear and scarcity28:15 What can the yoga community do to foster equality, combat discrimination (more sutras)33:35 Moving from rules/one way to adaptability37:00 Safety and efficacy in yoga class and teaching41:44 Yoga for Everyone44:45 A desired shift in the yoga communityConnect with Jivanahttps://jivanaheyman.com/https://accessibleyoga.org/Find Donna Freeman on Patreonhttps://patreon.com/donnafreemanCONNECT with Yoga In My SchoolWeb https://yogainmyschool.comInstagram https://www.instagram.com/yogainmysch...Facebook https://www.facebook.com/YogaInMySchool/Twitter https://twitter.com/DonnaKFreemanPinterest https://www.pinterest.ca/yogainmyschool/Support the show (https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405)

Jivana Heyman: Accessible Yoga, Activism and Empowerment

What began in 2009 as a way to connect with other leaders in the kids yoga community has grown into the longest running kids yoga podcast. Donna Freeman is passionate about empowering parents and teachers to share the joy of mindfulness and movement with kids and teens, she covers a wide variety of topics aimed at helping them know how to do exactly this. She is the founder of Yoga In My School and the author of 'Once Upon a Pose: A Guide to Yoga Adventure Stories for Children.' She can be found on Instagram @DonnaKFreeman. Become a supporter of our show with a donation https://yogainmyschool.com/?p=13405

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