Physical Education classes (also known as PE or Gym) are the highlight of many children's days - the opportunity to physically move and take a mental break is understandably needed. Other kids are not as keen on PE and may feel anxious and timid in PE class. Kelly and Kristi have a suggestion: Make yoga part of the PE curriculum! In this episode of Mindful Conversations with KAY, we discuss:

*Inclusivity in the PE space

*How yoga practices and activities fit easily into a PE curriculum

*Using yoga skills to improve and enhance sports skills and physical literacy

*Celebrity athletes and yoga

*PE teachers unique ability, space, and schedule to actively explore yoga

*Setting up yoga activity stations and yoga-fying traditional games in your PE classes

*Suggestions on how to start making yoga part of your PE classes

Blogs:

Yoga Theme: Sports!: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/kids-yoga-sports/

Yoga and Sports - A Strong Connection: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/yoga-kids-sports/

5 Games to Improve Coordination: https://kiddingaroundyoga.com/blog/5-games-to-improve-coordination/

Links:

Past MCwK: https://anchor.fm/kidding-around-yoga/episodes/It-is-all-FUN-and-GAMES-using-play-to-encourage-mindfulness--movement--and-connection-e1g1l2e