frequently asked questions

Below you may find some of our most FAQs! But if you don’t see the answer you’re looking for, please reach out to us here (link Contact).

general

  • Mindful Start offers fully insured and specialized Kids Mindfulness classes to schools, daycares, residences, and special events, for kids, infants, and families. Kids Mindfulness is a healthy exercise and mind-body movement class, that teaches awareness, breathing, kindness, gratitude, patience, curiosity, sharing, and all feelings! Classes can be playful, silly, and active. All classes and workshops include kid-friendly yoga poses, breathing awareness tools, creative warm-ups and check-ins, focus activities, calming techniques, Social Emotional Learning, songs, and relaxing rest time. Mindful Start is -most of all- FUN!

  • Attending a class weekly can have positive lasting outcomes on your child. We recommend a weekly or twice-weekly class, and at least a 3-5 week commitment, in order for your child to establish elements from class that can be applied without the instructor present. Consistency, especially for your child, is the best plan of action towards maintaining useful skills and clear results.

  • Any age! Mindful Start classes are conducted based on child development- so it's never too early to start. Mindful Start has taken all of the things we know -and don't know- about the essence of adult yoga and put it into a language that kids understand, to which they can apply both on and off the mat. You'd be surprised how many times we hear that children of all ages go home and practice songs and poses they've learned in class, even if they've spent most of the class time just sitting and listening– that's also Mindfulness!

  • Yes. All Mindful Start teachers are certified Kids Yoga instructors and fully insured.

classes

  • A: Nope! We provide all of the props necessary for the class including mats and cleaning wipes.

  • A: There is no specific outfit or uniform. Your child can simply wear something comfortable that won't interfere with his/her/their movements in class.

  • A: Yes, a liability waiver signature is required in order for your child to participate. A liability waiver is a standard form required at most yoga, dance, and gymnastic studios.

  • Yes. There is a growing presence of yoga in schools; we strive to make the curriculum safe and appropriate for everyone. This means that we are cautious with terminology and avoid using any religious language when in school. We always make sure that the curriculum is inclusive and secular. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns.

workshops

  • We offer workshops to school faculty, teachers, daycare providers, and parents. Our most popular workshops include a relaxing chair yoga session alongside mindful communication tools and helpful management techniques that can be applied in classroom settings or at home for both grownups and children. For pricing and scheduling inquiries please contact workshops@mindfulstartyoga.com.

  • Pricing varies based on the topic and length of each workshop. For more details, please contact workshops@mindfulstartyoga.com