Yoga Teacher Resources

Series of illustrated essays on the different ways that the human body has been represented in art and science across history considers medieval astrology, the ancient Chinese practice of acupuncture, Vitruvius's notion of body symmetry,...

In this video, children follow along with their yoga instructor to start their day out with the sun salutation. Using strong poses such as the Tadasana (mountain pose) and Adho Mukha Svanasana (downward facing dog) as well as controlled,...

This site provides a detailed review of safety techniques in breathing exercises used in yoga.

This site discusses breath control techniques and the benefits of yoga.

Type A personalities or individuals with a "short fuse" may be 3 times more likely to have a heart attack. This CNN research article provides support for stress reduction techniques like yoga.

Discusses what Hinduism is, the Hindu view of God, how Hindus worship, the belief in reincarnation, the concept of Karma, the caste system and Untouchables, the celebration of Diwali, and the practice of yoga.

Cartoon demonstration of a common sitting pose.

Choose from a large collection of sports activities, from baseball, to snorkeling, to yoga, to find out how to stay safe while participating. In addition, find out more about each sport-what equipment is needed, how to play, what parts...

Move It! focuses on physical activity, label reading, Geocaching, sugary drinks, and bullying. Fuel It! emphasizes the importance of nutrition and demonstrates children creating their own after school fuel recipes. Cool It! teaches...

Trauma can destroy a child's sense of self-worth and confidence in their abilities. Developing new skills, such as balance and focus, can help build it back. These resources offer a variety of ideas to help build a child's self-esteem...

By 2050, the World Economic Forum predicts that the amount of plastic in the oceans will outweigh ALL the fish. When you hear "plastic" pollution, you might picture six-pack rings wrapped around seagulls or beaches littered with plastic...

This video helps children maintain balance in their lives by finding their own physical balance. Following along with their instructor, children use leg and core strength to do multiple poses to achieve physical and mental balance. [3:49]

Join us to learn about different breathing and stretching techniques. Following along with their instructor, children take ocean breaths and move their arms in various motions to follow along with their breath in order to calm and center...

Wikipedia provides very detailed information on the Bhagavad Gita, the epic poem of Mahabharata that is revered in Hinduism.

This page offers descriptions and pictures painted by members of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), illustrating the story of Arjuna and Krishna.

This page offers descriptions and pictures painted by members of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), illustrating the story of Arjuna and Krishna.

The American Meditation Institute for Yoga Science & Philosophy provides this step-by-step procedure on how to meditate.

Alternative medicine has been debated over for many years. This site covers several pros and cons of several of the common practices.

This site from MayoClinic.com provides great information on meditation. The article is entitled, "Meditation: Calming your mind, body and spirit". Describes what meditation is and how it works, along with giving a list of links.

Scroll your mouse over the page to find out what the pictures symbolize. Click Celebrations, Sacred Spaces, Basic Beliefs, and/or Resources to learn about the Hindu religion.

Learn about sports and activities you can participate in to get in shape and have fun. Click on the name of a specific sport and read an "Activity card," with information on sports gear, safety, and more.

In this episode of Happy Healthy Kids, Miss Kelsey models how the tree pose keeps the mind and body centered. Try it with your family and create a balanced and focused "Family Forest"! [0:50]

A set of instructions for seated Zen meditation.

Learn how to "make physical activity a part of the day." This brief article suggests incorporating simple and fun activities into your daily routine while at home, at work, and at play. Includes great tips for people of all ages.