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...