Yoga Gives Kids Super Powers!

Give Kids the Power of Confidence & Invincibility with a weekly Yoga class or two.

Imagine equipping your child with a superpower—one that helps them navigate life’s challenges with resilience, mindfulness, and joy. That’s exactly what teaching kids yoga does. It’s not just a fun activity; it’s an extraordinary life skill that shapes their emotional, mental, and physical well-being. At Flying Yogis, we often say the yoga mat is like life itself—a place where kids learn lessons that ripple far beyond the edges of the mat.

When children step onto their yoga mats, they’re entering a microcosm of life. We challenge them with poses that test their strength and balance, activities they instantly love, and others that push them outside their comfort zones. Along the way, we teach them how to approach these challenges with mindfulness and awareness. They learn to breathe through difficult moments, focus on the present, and celebrate their growth. These tools don’t just help them on the mat; they’re strategies for overcoming hurdles in school, friendships, and even future careers.

Kids Yoga can be traditional, or acrobatic, for all ages and stages!

Take, for example, challenging or “scary” poses such as crow pose or handstands. There can be a justifiable fear that they may hurt themselves and that these poses are too hard to attempt. We teach them safe ways to break the poses down. We show them the awareness it takes to avoid injury, then give them the tools to gradually build up the strength and competency to master the pose. The feeling of liberation and achievement once they have achieved the pose is inimitable.

The journey from fear and hesitation to achievement is a powerful tool for children to confront life’s challenges

Through yoga, children develop resilience and inner strength. They learn the value of trying to do things properly—even when it’s hard—and the importance of not giving up. Big challenges are broken down into manageable steps, teaching kids how to approach life’s obstacles without feeling overwhelmed. And when fear or anxiety arises, they’re equipped with techniques to calm their minds, steady their breaths, and move forward with confidence.

Fears of failure and even injury are faced head on when learning a handstand. Nothing beats the invigorating feeling of being upside down.

Yoga also nurtures cooperation and respect. Partner poses and team activities encourage kids to work together, listen to one another, and build trust. They develop a deep respect—for their teachers, their peers, and, most importantly, themselves. This sense of mutual respect creates a positive foundation for their relationships both now and in the future.

Partner and team yoga teaches consideration and awareness of other’s wellbeing. The child forgets about their own needs and wants, finding joy in being part of a bigger project.

One of the most transformative aspects of yoga is its focus on relaxation and visualization. Kids learn how to relax when they’re stressed, how to visualize their goals, and how to take actionable steps to achieve them. Along the way, they discover the power of gratitude and the concept of karma—the idea that their actions, thoughts, and intentions have real-world consequences. These lessons help shift negative mindsets and inspire children to approach life with positivity and purpose.

Giving the children tools to still the monkey jumping around in their minds gives them razor sharp focus and the power to complete projects and tasks.

In essence, teaching children yoga is like gifting them a superpower: the ability to thrive in the face of challenges, connect with others meaningfully, and embrace life with an open heart and mind. It’s a journey of self-discovery, growth, and joy. And at Flying Yogis, we’re thrilled to guide kids every step of the way.

Book your child into one of our weekly Flying Yogis courses. We presently hold them in Bondi Junction; Annandale & Naremburn.