by YoKid | Feb 12, 2016 | Blog
As of February 12, 2016 YoKid has completed our first “Theory of Change” process! Guided by our Capacity Building Specialist through a grant with Fair Chance we (staff, YoKid teachers, volunteers, board members) spent several months examining our...
by YoKid | Aug 10, 2014 | Blog
Have you been planning for awhile to set aside some space for your family to practice yoga in your home? We have… And we finally did it! Whether you are living in a tiny townhouse with only a corner to dedicate, or you have a full room to dedicate, here are...
by sara barekzai | Jul 24, 2014 | Blog
When it comes to our kids, we all want what’s best for them. Yoga gives your child the tools to achieve mindfulness and process the hectic and sometimes confusing world they live in as we all strive to do our best. What better way to do this than with a kids yoga...
by YoKid | May 8, 2014 | Blog
In a recent post, we highlighted the up and coming daylong Mindfulness for Teens workshop in at the Center For Mindful Living in Washington DC. Inspired by this, I’d like to share a fun Mindfulness Activity for teens. This activity was inspired by Gina M....
by YoKid | May 8, 2014 | Blog
As research into the benefits of mindfulness is spreading, we are beginning to see more and more of the benefits of mindfulness extended to children & teens. Some of the many benefits include: increased focus fewer mood swings reduced stress increased memory...
by YoKid | May 1, 2014 | Blog
As YoKid teacher and co-founder of Zomppa, an organization dedicated to transforming kids’ relationships with food and the planet, Belinda Chiu figured combining food and yoga as mediums for raising awareness could be a powerful (and fun-and...
by YoKid | Apr 22, 2014 | Blog
We recently heard from an awesome family their Earth Day tradition… Going Powerless! This family makes a pact to go as close to powerless as they can. No cooking on the stove, no lights, no tv, no iDevices! image courtesy of Getty Images Imagine waking up in...
by YoKid | Mar 7, 2014 | Blog
Parents often comment to me after a class with their energetic 5 year olds “Wow! How do you do it?” They’re impressed with how I can skip to the beat of these little people, with patience, and grab their attention in those rare (ha!) moments when...
by YoKid | Feb 21, 2014 | Blog
With a rising awareness of the benefits of mindfulness for kids, teens, AND adults, we at YoKid are working to incorporate mindfulness activities into our classes. One popular activity that we utilize is “Mindful Walking”, inspired by the walking...
by YoKid | Feb 11, 2014 | Blog
YoKid is a fantastic team to work with and we are looking for an awesome Marketing Intern. The description and directions to apply are below. We want someone who is great at marketing, passionate about kids yoga, and ready and willing to jump in. We want YOU!...