Yoga123
Yoga123 is a 12-week interactive health and wellness program dedicated to improving the lives of at-risk children through the practice of yoga and the teachings of breathing, physical exercise, emotional strength and mental sharpness. It is taught during class-time or as an after-school program and aligns with the California State Board of Education Standards for Physical Education.
Yoga123 Provides Students the Tools to:
Increase physical awareness, flexibility, balance, coordination, strength, and cardio-fitness
Develop skills in mental focus and concentration through centering poses and breathing
Learn effective methods of managing stress and self-destructive emotions by practicing proper breathing and anger management techniques
Improve self-esteem and confidence and one’s attitude and outlook on life through the practice of giving and receiving love
YOGA123 MANTRA:
I am happy to be me
I do Yoga123
I do yoga for myself
I do yoga for my health
I can always change my mood
Life IMPROVES with a POSITIVE ATTITUDE!
“Yoga123 taught me that I should never say “I can’t!””
“Yoga123 breathing helps calm me down and focus on school.”
“Yoga123 makes me feel good about myself.”