Students practice being supportive and sensitive because they must slow down, notice and work with their own experience. It is process focused, not goal focused. Everyone can do it and feel good about it.

Students learn techniques for physical health and mental health.

When practicing yoga students slow down; align body, breath and mind and become present.

Students are less reactive, more proactive and self-aware and make better choices.

Students feel the difference in themselves and the group after doing yoga. It fosters creative expression and imagination and they discover a sense of awareness and respect for themselves, for others and the world around them.

Improved focus and involvement in one's physical education class are just a few of the many benefits that yoga can provide to students. Yoga, the art of bringing together the body and mind for improved strength, flexibility, and self-esteem, can also help decrease stress levels, improve academic performance, and self-confidence in school children.
Source:  Strategies, Nov-Dec. 2005

Source: American Heart Association's 46th Annual Conference on Cardiovascular Disease Epidemiology and Prevention, Phoenix, March 2-5, 2006. CDC: "Overweight and Obesity." News release, American Heart Association.

Source:  Yogi Times by Shawna Price; March 2004 Issue 20