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Engaging Yoga Games & Activities in Physical Education
Infusing yoga
and other flexibility-type activities play an essential role in delivering
physical education content and can be very popular with students. Yoga is a
unique activity that is personally...
The Health Benefits of Yoga in PE
Yoga is more than
just a collection of stretching exercises. An ancient holistic discipline that
hones the body, mind, and spirit, yoga offers a multitude of physical and
mental benefits...
Yoga in PE: Tips for Activity Progressions & Lesson Planning
Incorporating yoga
in my physical education curriculum has enhanced my ability to teach students about
flexibility, stress management, and mindfulness. It is an excellent addition to
any program, and students...
Mindfulness and Yoga in Physical Education
I always refer to my roots growing up in a small rural community in Oklahoma. You name the sport, I played it—if that sport was football, basketball, or baseball. A small town...
Yoga in PE: Teaching Tips to Get Started
Having no previous experience or major exposure to yoga in PE was a barrier when I first started teaching. Thankfully, a district curriculum adoption and realignment process...
Yoga: Strike a Pose in P.E.
What is a “Downward Dog”, “Child’s Pose”, or “Mountain Pose”? The answer by many would be yoga poses, which is correct. But, what is yoga?
Some would simply define the term "yoga” as stretching. Others...
Teaching Yoga in Middle School
The thought of teaching yoga to my “middles” (middle school students) was a bit frightening. However, I knew the benefits would far outweigh the challenge, so I went for it.
I had previously only taught...
Getting Started with Fitness Drumming in PE
A highly engaging, non-traditional fitness activity I have incorporated into dance & rhythm units is fitness drumming. Students use rhythm sticks or drumsticks to drum out beats...
Unified PE: A Choice Not a Mandate
As educators, it is our moral obligation for
all students to feel included. There shouldn’t be one group that is considered
more special than the rest; they all deserve the same opportunities and
experiences in...
Wellness Wednesday: Bringing the Field Trip to You
Two years ago, a task-force for
our school decided to implement half day Wednesdays. Yay! It is a win-win.
Students go home at 12:15 to work on their demanding IB curriculum, while
teachers remain on...
