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"I loved having time in my day to spend focusing on myself, and on my breath. It made me feel much more centered, helped me forget about my stress, and relax!" ~Jamie, grade 8
Yoga Farm
Jenn O'Connor
928.308.0567
Workshops and Retreats
Yoga for Educators:
Creating Sustainable Movement in Schools
Adolescence is a time of tremendous physiological, emotional, and social change. This dynamic period can often be challenging to navigate for students and teachers. As educators, we must build a strong and flexible educational framework, allowing space for growth and structure for consistency. This takes intention, vision, and practice.
The direct translation of yoga means "to yoke". Jenn explores how to effectively yoke the principles of yoga with academic instruction. She demonstrates how this union supports a collaborative, sustainable, and nurturing classroom environment. This synergistic approach allows educators to support students in unique learning experiences and provide a sense of balance through self-discovery. Students develop life skills to manage academic, social, and personal stress.
Workshops provide a hands-on opportunity for educators to learn about yogic philosophy, experience yoga practice, and lesson plan with yoga and place-based education. Participants may receive continuing education credits and Yoga Farm curricular materials.
Learn more about Jenn O'Connor, founder of Yoga Farm.
Bring Yoga Farm to your school. Contact Jenn to learn more.
Sample Workshop
- Welcome/Introductions & Morning Yoga
- Part I: Yoga philosophy, adolescent needs, classroom management
- Part II: Incorporating Yoga into Your Classroom
- Part III: Lessons from nature
- Part IV: Building community, teaching content and managing stress
- Lesson Planning & Afternoon Yoga
- Reflection, Resources, Sharing Out
- Teacher self-care (Hiking, meditation, yoga practice, peer collaboration)
- Community Hour
Additional information
- This workshop includes curricular materials!
- All levels and disciplines are encouraged to attend!
- No experience necessary!
- Continuing Education Credits for Teachers!
What to bring:
- Yoga mat (if you have one)
- Yoga clothes (clothes that are comfortable and allow movement)
- Warm layers
- Tennis shoes/hiking boots (for exploring outside)
- Water bottle and snacks
- Journal and pen
- Resources you want to share
- Excitement and curiosity