Welcome & Mindful Check-In

• Begin the session with a friendly greeting and a mindful check-in.
• Encourage participants to notice how they are feeling physically, mentally, and

emotionally.

• Introduce the concept of mindfulness and set the tone for focus and engagement.

Warm-Up Movement

• Lead participants through gentle, age-appropriate warm-up exercises.
• Activities may include stretching, light jogging in place, or dynamic movement games.
• Purpose: prepare the body for movement and increase energy while promoting

coordination.

Yoga Movement Practice

• Introduce basic yoga poses suitable for children (e.g., tree pose, mountain pose, catcow
• stretch).
• Emphasize proper breathing and mindful awareness during each movement.
• Encourage children to notice balance, posture, and flexibility.

Cooperative Movement Game

• Engage participants in a group activity that requires teamwork and collaboration.
• Examples: group stretch sequences, partner poses, or movement challenges.
• Purpose: build social skills, communication, and peer support.

Mindfulness & Breathing Practice

• Guide participants through a 3–5 minute breathing or mindfulness exercise.
• Techniques may include “balloon breath,” “smell the flower, blow the candle,” or

visualization exercises.

• Goal: teach children how to regulate emotions, focus, and relax.