Why Yoga for Kids Should Be Magical and Fun!

Hi friends!

Welcome to my corner of the yoga mat—where imagination takes the lead, poses tell stories, and the lights just might glow in the dark! If we haven’t met yet, I’m a kids yoga instructor who LOVES turning ordinary yoga into extraordinary adventures through storytelling yoga and Glowga events (yep—yoga in the dark with glowing lights, music, and all the fun!).

I believe yoga should never feel like a chore, especially for kids. It should be playful, creative, expressive—and a little bit magical.

What Is Storytelling Yoga, Anyway?

Imagine this: You step onto a mat and suddenly… we’re underwater, swimming with dolphins and sea turtles. Or we’re stomping through the jungle like dinosaurs. Or we’re peaceful woodland creatures snuggling up for a winter nap.

In storytelling yoga, every pose becomes part of a story. Tree pose turns into a rainforest canopy. Cobra becomes a slithering snake. Child’s pose is a cozy cave to rest in.

Kids aren't just stretching—they're pretending, breathing, balancing, and believing. It’s yoga that activates the body and the imagination.

Why It Works

Storytelling yoga helps kids:

·       Stay focused (because who doesn’t want to know what happens next?)

·       Build confidence through movement

·       Process emotions through breath and play

·       Connect their bodies and brains in fun, memorable ways

And the best part? They're having SO much fun they don’t even realize they're learning mindfulness, body awareness, and calm coping tools!

Now Let’s Talk Glowga…

If storytelling yoga is magical… Glowga is a PARTY.

Glowga is yoga that happens in the dark—under black lights, with glow sticks, glowing paint, upbeat music, and tons of joyful movement. It’s perfect for:

·       Family fun nights

·       Birthday celebrations

·       Seasonal events (hello, summer & Halloween!)

·       Kids who love dance parties but need a mindful twist

I guide little ones (and sometimes grown-ups too!) through playful flows filled with glowing props, music-based movement, and moments to pause and breathe. Think yoga meets a glow stick dance party—with mindfulness woven in.

The Best Part?

Whether we're glowing in the dark or pretending to be roaring dragons, every class is about joy, connection, and movement. No pressure, no perfect poses—just kids being themselves, and discovering the magic of yoga along the way.

If you're ready to light up your child’s yoga experience with fun, creativity, and heart—I’ve got a mat waiting!

Thanks for stopping by my blog—I’ll be sharing more yoga tips, themes, and behind-the-scenes magic soon. Until then, stay curious, stay playful, and always remember to breathe.

See you on the mat!– Emily, your yoga storyteller and Glowga guide