Posted on September 21, 2007 in latest news
Yoga is very beneficial for children. When children are taught Yoga at a young age it proves to be very beneficial to them. The practice of Yoga is holistic and affects all levels of a child’s being.
The physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects are subtly brought into balance.
Yoga is a beautiful practice which brings about psychological and physiological balance.
On a physiological level all muscles of the body are exercised and strengthened, the spine becomes straighter, stronger and more flexible, posture is improved, internal organs are massaged, stretched and toned, and full deep breathing is facilitated. Ultimately this leads to better health and vitality. On a psychological level Yoga helps improve concentration, disciplines the mind and helps the child develop a focus towards things.
More specifically Yoga can help children:
- Increase their muscle tone and develop muscle co-ordination
- Develops both body and spatial awareness
- Balances the functions of the right and left hemispheres of the brain, which helps establish hand dominance
- Familiarizes younger children with concepts of right and left
- Improves balance and concentration;
- Listening skills and the ability to imitate and follow instructions are improved
- Develops greater awareness of how the body functions (particularly the lungs) and the difference between relaxation and activity within the body.
- Gives them a method for releasing pent up emotional and mental states of mind.
- Introduces the ability to focus the mind and improves concentration and study skills
- Children with Special needs benefit from regular practice. This includes Asthmatic children, Cerebral Palsy, and children diagnosed with Attention Deficient Syndrome.
- Children become more aware of the power of their minds and of positive thinking. Over time this can help develop a more caring attitude to others.
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