Yoga4kids Teacher Training:
Become a Certified Children’s Yoga Teacher & Wellbeing Coach
Choose the Training Option That Works for You
Are you passionate about supporting children’s emotional, physical, and mental well-being? Yoga4Kids Teacher Training gives you the practical tools to introduce children to yoga, mindfulness, breathwork, relaxation, and emotional regulation in engaging, age-appropriate ways.
Whether you’re a teacher, therapist, parent, yoga practitioner, or simply passionate about children’s wellbeing, you can choose from three training options depending on your goals, schedule, and whether you would like to pursue certification.
What You’ll Learn
Across the Yoga4Kids training, you’ll explore practical approaches to sharing yoga and mindfulness with children, including:
✔ Child development and age-appropriate yoga
✔ Class structure and lesson planning
✔ Breathwork and warm-up techniques
✔ Yoga games, imagination, music, and sensory props
✔ Mindfulness, affirmations, meditation, and visualisation
✔ Relaxation and emotional regulation
✔ Adapting yoga for different environments
✔ Practical teaching techniques and resources
Choose Your Training Path
This is more than a training course—it’s a journey of growth, inspiration, and transformation. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in children’s lives, join us today and start your path toward becoming a certified Children’s Yoga Teacher and Wellbeing Coach.
1. Live Online Teacher Training
Learn with us from wherever you are through our live online training programme.
This interactive training gives you the opportunity to learn directly with your trainer, participate in practical sessions, complete the required coursework and work towards becoming a certified Children’s Yoga Teacher and Wellbeing Coach.
Best for: Those who want the flexibility of online learning while still benefiting from live instruction, interaction, guidance, and certification.
2. In-Person Teacher Training
Join us for an immersive in-person training experience that combines practical learning, interaction, and hands-on guidance.
Work through the Yoga4Kids methodology in a supportive training environment and complete the requirements towards becoming a certified Children’s Yoga Teacher and Wellbeing Coach.
Best for: Those who prefer face-to-face learning, practical experience, personal interaction, and certification.
3. Pre-Recorded & Self-Paced Teacher Training
Prefer to learn in your own time? Our Pre-Recorded & Self-Paced Yoga4Kids Teacher Training gives you access to the course through our online learning platform, Teachable.
Work through pre-recorded video lessons, training manuals, practical teaching resources, and ready-to-use lesson plans at your own pace.
Best for: Parents, educators, therapists, yoga practitioners, and others who want flexible, self-paced access to the Yoga4Kids training materials.
Pre-Recorded & Self-Paced: Includes a Yoga4Kids Certificate of Completion from Suzie Manson, but is not internationally accredited. If you require internationally recognised certification, please choose one of our Live Online or In-Person Teacher Training options.
Course Content
Module Overview
Module 1
Understanding Child Development
- Explore the physical, emotional, mental, and energetic milestones of children aged 3-12 years.
- Understand how these developmental stages influence children’s engagement with yoga.
Module 2
Tailoring Yoga Across Developmental Stages
- Learn how to adapt yoga instruction to the specific needs and abilities of each developmental stage.
- Develop strategies for effectively teaching yoga to children of different ages.
Module 3
Building Relationships with Stakeholders
- Establish successful partnerships with school teachers, therapists, and parents to support children’s yoga practice.
- Communicate the benefits of yoga to children and their caregivers.
Module 4
Designing Effective Class Structures
- Learn how to structure children’s yoga classes for maximum engagement and benefit.
- Explore the components of a well-rounded class, including warm-ups, asanas, meditations, and relaxation techniques.
Module 5
Creating Age-Appropriate Lesson Plans
- Develop lesson plans tailored to the unique needs and interests of different age groups of children.
- Incorporate variety and creativity into lesson plans to keep children engaged.
Module 6
Practicing Breathing Techniques and Warm-ups
- Explore various meditative and energizing breathing techniques suitable for children.
- Learn how to effectively prepare children for yoga practice using warm-up exercises.
Module 7
Incorporating Fun and Dynamic Elements
- Discover how to use yoga, games, imagination, music, and sensory props to create dynamic and enjoyable yoga classes for children.
- Design activities that foster creativity, cooperation, and fun.
Module 8
Adapting Yoga in Different Settings
- Learn techniques for adapting yoga practice to different environments, including classrooms and chairs.
- Explore creative ways to integrate yoga into everyday routines.
Module 9
Using Affirmations, Meditations, and Visualizations
- Understand the benefits of affirmations, meditations, and visualizations for children’s well-being.
- Learn how to incorporate these techniques into children’s yoga classes effectively.
Module 10
Promoting Relaxation and Regulation
- Explore techniques for promoting relaxation and emotional regulation in children.
- Learn how to guide children through Savasana and other relaxation exercises.
Module 11
Practical Teaching and Assessment
- Prepare and deliver your own online or in-person children’s yoga class for assessment and feedback.
- Receive guidance on teaching techniques, class management, and communication skills.
Module 12
Accessing Resources for Continued Learning
- Gain access to a curated index of recommended books, music, meditations, and references for enriching your children’s yoga classes.
- Learn how to continue your professional development beyond the training program.
What this Course Includes: Yoga4Kids Teacher Training.
- 38 page Card Deck and 90 Page Yoga Postures booklet
- Comprehensive Training Manuals per Module
- Examples of age-appropriate curricula and lesson plans.
- 10 hours of documented Lesson plans on Video
- Invitation to join Yoga Alliance and Yoga Teachers Fellowship upon completion of the homework.
Certification Options
- Live Online & In-Person: Includes internationally recognised certification upon successful completion.
- Pre-Recorded & Self-Paced: Includes a Yoga4Kids Certificate of Completion from Suzie Manson, but is not internationally accredited.