Yoga for teenagers
Yoga can be highly beneficial for teenagers, offering physical, mental, and emotional support during a time of rapid growth and change.
This class is exclusively for Year’s 11-13 Students at Colfe’s School.
Physical Benefits
- Flexibility and Strength: Teenagers experience growth spurts, and yoga helps improve flexibility while building strength in a balanced way.
- Posture: With increased screen time, many teens develop poor posture. Yoga helps correct this by strengthening the core and back muscles.
- Body Awareness: Yoga teaches teens to move with mindfulness, improving coordination and body awareness.
Mental and Emotional Benefits
- Stress Relief: Academic pressure, social media, and peer relationships can cause stress. Yoga encourages relaxation and helps teens manage stress through mindful breathing and meditation.
- Improved Focus: Yoga’s emphasis on concentration can enhance focus and attention, benefiting teens in school and daily activities.
- Emotional Balance: Teens often experience intense emotions. Yoga provides tools for emotional regulation, helping them cultivate a calm and balanced mindset.