Schools
Classes and courses for children
There is a growing body of research evidence to back up anecdotal claims that yoga in schools has all round benefit. Classroom behaviour improves, listening skills are sharpened and children learn to concentrate, co-operate and focus. Physically they improve balance, co-ordination and motor skills. Mentally they become more alert and attentive and emotionally they become more confident and assured allowing them build better relationships with peers and adults.
I work with children from age 4 through to upper teens. Classes are very ‘hands on’ and each child receives individual attention during a lesson. The physical movements are very simple, the challenge is the degree of concentration, and attention to detail that is required. I teach in a western way from a western perspective using stories and examples from everyday life to illustrate the philosophical and universal teachings of yoga.
“yoga sessions have helped the children to think about how they move and sit at school and at home. During lessons, the children gain inner calm and a sense of peace. This is not always easy for some who find it challenging to be still, however the benefits are clear to see when the children return to school. Laura has excellent rapport with students,making time for each individual”
- Phillipa Summers, Head Teacher, Dent C of E Primary School.
Courses for staff
I can to provide courses for staff development / inset days as well as besoke day courses as part of team building programs to help recharge batteries and regain creativity and focus.e.“given the ever increasing demands upon teachers time it is more important than ever to have practical workable strategies to combat stress. Taking a group of colleagues to one of Laura’s inspirational workshops has given us all techniques that we can incorporate into our busy lives”
- Lizzie Skyner, Head of English, Upton Hall School.
“lessons are enriched by a wide range of additional activities...pupils gain an insight into the importance of mental well-being, for example by participating in yoga sessions”
- Dent Cof E Primary School, OFSTED Inspection, January 2010.
Tel: 015396 25572 E-Mail: lauraclare@tiscali.co.uk
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