Introducing yoga in primary schools

The course was held in Barcelona, Spain and it was organized by Europass Teacher Academy.

Our educational teacher, Ingrid Soldan, participated in this course from 18.7.- 23.7. 2022.

With her, there were 14 other teacher from: Germany, Ireland, Estonia, Finland, Poland and Massachuetts USA.

Yoga is a holistic approach to wellness, adaptable for people of different ages, abilities, backgrounds, and religions. Even children can benefit from a consistent yoga practice, whether as a part of their school day or as an after-school activity.

Yoga and meditation have proven health benefits – for greater physical, mental and social well-being. Over time, a regular yoga practice can lead to increased energy, flexibility, attention span, and self-esteem.

Practicing yoga helps us to liberate and control our emotions, approach daily challenges with confidence, and find renewed appreciation for the environment. Not to mention, yoga and meditation offer children and adults a moment of rest and a break from their busy schedules.

Through yoga, children learn values such as gratitude and respect – important teachings for daily life in and out of the classroom. In this course, teachers will learn to integrate yoga, meditation, and mindfulness education into their own curricula, no matter what subject they teach, and with no need for former yoga experience.

The objectives of the course were:

· Deepen self-awareness

· Awaken physical, psychological, and social potential through play and exercise

· Stimulate creativity, self-expression, curiosity and intuition

· Develop a more loving and respectful relationship with nature and with others

· Promote greater attention and achievement in school

· Alleviate stress and anxiety

Barcelona, city, seaport, and capital of Barcelona province and of Catalonia autonomous community, northeastern Spain, located 90 miles (150 km) south of the French border. Barcelona is Spain’s major Mediterranean port and commercial center and is famed for its individuality, cultural interest, and beauty.