What kids are saying:
"Yoga has made me more confident, self-aware, and easy going." -Maddison, 10
"When I get home from yoga, my brother gets all hyper and I say, "DON'T GET THE YOGA OUT OF ME!!" -Caroline, 7
"Yoga helps me calm myself when I am angry or sad." -Brendan, 9
"Yoga helps me fall asleep at night." -Vivian, 8
"It helps me be a better friend." -Kate, 6
"Yoga helps me become my best." -Cassidy, 10
"I used to be sad a lot but after practicing yoga I'm happier." -Molly, 8
"The handstand we do in yoga makes me feel strong. That's how I get stronger than my papa." -Anna Kathryn, 7
"I like relaxation because it makes me feel like I can deal with stuff like unpacking my backpack when I get home." -Anonymous
What parents are saying:
"Speaking of grateful...I need to thank YOU for doing such a wonderful job with the kids! Thank you -- not just for teaching Molly some wonderful poses and encouraging her to take the time and space to find her focus and inner peace. Thank you most of all for giving Molly a new way to express her innate kindness and love for others. I have a feeling that she and I will continue to benefit from her sessions with you for a long time to come." -Jennifer
“I took the kids to the Health Exhibit at the Denver Nature and Science Museum. Brendan was so cute and utilized his yoga, breathing, and relaxation skills to move the ball with the mind demonstration there. He was so cute and knew just how to focus himself in a calm, relaxed way to move the ball. Thanks to you and Yoga, he is finding practical ways to utilize a calm centered existence. I love it !!” -Julie
"Madison said yoga is relaxing and helps her soothe her soul. We have also noticed a great improvement in Madison’s ice skating, her sit spin has greatly improved, due to the ability to find her center or solar plexus. The growth has been a lot of fun for me to watch, and has inspired Madison. Thanks for all you do. Maddie adores you and loves your class." -Jodi
“I had a migraine type headache a few days ago and Emma showed me what to do and said she learned it in yoga.” -Sarah
"Both kids have loved yoga and enjoy showing friends or family all their poses. I will catch them doing poses at unexpected times. It is great that we have something our whole family can do together. Kayla has had trouble sleeping and the poses you gave her specifically have helped her calm her body and mind -- even just tonight she used them. Thanks." -Tracy
"I just wanted to send out some gratitude your way! Chase was really struggling with homework last night… on the verge of tears. And he jumped up and went over to the wall and did a handstand. He said, "Woah, ok now I feel a little bit better!" Amazing! Thank YOU! :)" -Chase's Mom
"Hi Julie,
Just a quick note to thank you for all those stress management tools you have shared with Alanna! She has learned so much from you and has inspired me do yoga again. I start next week! We are very grateful for all you do! You give wonderful skill to kids that will be invaluable for the rest of their lives! Thank you!" - Karen
What teachers are saying:
"Julie, words can't tell you how thankful I am for you. The lessons you have taught the students and me have made us grow as individuals and a community. Thank you for your spirit and flexibility :) I look forward to working with you next year!" -Ms. Geidel, K-5 gym teacher
What trainees are saying:
"I just wanted to send another Big, Big thank you! You are so very good at what you do! The children are blessed to have you and so is Yoga.....:) Your training has given me a great vision to add to my journey on this path of sharing and healing with the gift of Yoga." -Karen Jo
"This training, although short in length, was full of rich and fun information to share with kids. I am grateful to have taken with me tools to help children in a variety of formats: in schools, at home and in the studio. I left feeling confident and prepared to plan and lead a group of children at a variety of ages." -Kaylee
"I feel like I gained a library of fun breathing techniques, poses, games and activites that kids will really love. As a classroom teacher, I gained practical information that I could actually use in my classroom!" -Trainee