Teaching Yoga and Mindfulness to Children with Gabrielle Archer Cork
Schedule
Fri, 22 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
PranaShanti Education Centre | Ottawa, ON
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Online and/or In-Person CourseFor parents, caregivers, teachers, yoga teachers, and anyone who works with children!
“Children are not things to be molded, but people to be unfolded.” — Jess Lair
Today, our youngest and brightest minds are often overwhelmed by schoolwork, screen time, busy schedules, and constant stimulation. Caregivers are increasingly seeking meaningful ways to support children’s well-being and happiness — not by asking children to change who they are, but by helping them feel safe, heard, and connected to their bodies.
Research shows that introducing developmentally appropriate Yoga and Mindfulness practices can support children’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being — improving focus and confidence while helping to ease stress and anxiety.
This Teaching Yoga & Mindfulness to Children training is grounded in how children grow and learn. It is designed to support those who care for, teach, or work with children so that children can meet life’s challenges with greater steadiness and resilience — not through force, performance, or pressure, but through connection, presence, and choice.
Together, we will explore:
The benefits of yoga and mindfulness for children
How children’s bodies, brains, and nervous systems develop over time
How to introduce age-appropriate movement, breath, mindfulness, and rest
Fun, creative activities, games, and relaxation techniques
Tips for creating and presenting child-centered classes
How to create welcoming environments where every child can participate in their own way
How to make learning safe, inclusive, accessible, playful, and meaningful
This is a training for those who wish to walk alongside children with presence and compassion — creating the conditions for who they already are to unfold.
Dates and Timings:
Friday, May 22, 2026, to Sunday, May 24, 2026
Friday: 6 pm ET to 9 pm ET
Saturday: 10 am ET to 5 pm ET
Sunday: 10 am ET to 5 pm ET
Breaks will be provided.
Cost:
Early Bird Savings:
$525.00 per person when registered before March 31, 2026
$575.00 per person thereafter
Fee includes training, manual, and certificate of completion.
If you live outside of Ottawa, Ontario and would like printed training materials mailed to you, please register at least 10 days prior to the course start date to allow for shipping. Otherwise, electronic materials will be provided where possible.
Note:
This course is open to the general public. A minimum of 6 months to 1 year of regular yoga practice is recommended.
Yoga Alliance CEUs available for 200-hour certified Yoga Teachers
Counts toward the Yoga Alliance 300-Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training
300-Hour Elective Module: 20 Hours
Location:
PranaShanti Education Centre
950 Gladstone Ave., 2nd Floor
Ottawa, Ontario
Our 3,000 sq. ft. Education Centre features a spacious open-concept training room with high ceilings, abundant natural light, and excellent ventilation. Amenities include a kitchenette (fridge, microwave, kettle, and dishware), dining area, lending library, two gender-neutral bathrooms, and administrative office.
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PranaShanti Education Centre, 950 Gladstone Avenue, 2nd Floor,Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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