Professional Learning / Professional Development
We offer a number of Professional Learning opportunities for School Teachers and Staff which meet AITSL Standards and are aligned with the Australian School Wellbeing Framework.
Mindful Movement Brain Breaks | Chair Yoga and Mindfulness in the Classroom
Yogazeit’s Professional Development Workshops have been designed by teachers for teachers!
These fun and interactive workshops empower participants to effectively use the benefits of Mindfulness and Movement to increase self-awareness and self-regulation for students and teachers alike.
Understanding the science behind physical, cognitive, social, and emotional benefits of integrating breathing exercises, mindful movement, and relaxation into the classroom, will help teachers to implement these the very next day.
Tailored to the academic environment, all mindful movement activities are suitable for all abilities, require no previous yoga experience, extra equipment, or space.
Each PD workshop is customised to meet the unique school culture and specific needs of participants. To facilitate the optimal learning experience given a school’s unique goals, we offer many options for workshop length and pricing.
- Improve Focus
- Reduce Stress and
- Regulate Behaviour
- Empower mental and physical Health and Wellbeing
Suitable for all abilities. No prior yoga experience or extra equipment required.
Classroom Yoga – Chair based Mindful Movement (with options for floor based activities for Early Childhood).
The Yoga tools have been so helpful in focusing the kids. The practice will stay with me forever in the classroom. Highly recommended.
Great PD! I started implementing the breathing and yoga breaks the next day. The children absolutely love them!
School Staff introduced to Yoga and Mindfulness
Thank you for the Mindfulness Movement Professional Learning. A number of staff have commented that this was one of the best PL’s they’ve been involved in. Thank you so much. I can’t wait to see it in action.
TYPES OF PROGRAMS
1 hour Introduction Professional Learning Workshop
This interactive practical PL will introduce you to Chair Yoga and Mindfulness practices for your classroom. Based on Social Emotional Learning, you’ll learn and practice 5 practical chair yoga and mindfulness tools to support transitions, behaviour and engagement.
2 hour PL incl Mini Manual
The perfect addition to your PL-Day to start the term or support your team mid-term. You’ll learn to implement 15 evidence-informed Yoga and Mindfulness tools into your school day. Breathing, classroom based Yoga shapes, Mindfulness and Relaxation. Includes Mini-Manual.
3.5/4 hour PL – for Schools with a Wellbeing Focus
Discover how Chair Yoga and Mindfulness can make a huge difference to your classroom. This comprehensive evidence-informed training will empower you to lead a mindful classroom and enrich learning, health and wellbeing for students and teachers alike. You’ll learn a variety of activities to support the mental and physical Health and Wellness of your students (and yourself)! This workshop is practical, engaging and activating. Teachers walk away from this workshop, confident in teaching breathing, movement and relaxation brain breaks the very next day.
Incl. digital Curriculum/Manual and Lesson Plans
- Over 50 easy-to-use mindful movement exercises and mindfulness based brain breaks to support instant implementation.
- Includes one set of Resources (Activity Cards for the Classroom, Breathing Ball, Mini-Singing Bowl).
- Option to purchase a Classroom card set for every classroom
Meeting AITSL Standards.
Suitable for All Abilities.
No previous experience necessary.
We also offer PL’s with a focus on Education Support and All Abilities.
Help your students and staff to become the best they can be!
For your convenience this Professional Development, customised to your schools needs and budget, can be hosted at your school or workplace.
Mindfulness and Movement are not to replace or add anything to your (already full) curriculum.
But they’re exceptional easy-to-use tools to support everything in your classroom and beyond.
PREVIOUSLY HELD AT
- ACHPER WA 2018 State Conference
- Murdoch University School of Education Summer School (2019, 2020, 2021)
- Mondays @ Murdoch (2019, 2020)
- Fremantle Cockburn Schools Network Conference 2019
- ACHPER WA 2020 State Conference
- numerous Primary and Secondary Schools across Australia and New Zealand
WHAT WE OFFER
1 or 2 hour, 3hour or 4 hour Professional Development Workshop at your school, office or conference.
RECOMMENDED BACKGROUND
No prior background or previous experience is required for our training – only a passion for yoga, education, and the health and wellness of children and teens.
PRICING
From $350 p/h – $500 p/h (download the info packet for further information)
Our TRAININGS
Upcoming Teacher Trainings and
Professional Development
We can also host a personalised Professional Development or Training at your school!
Certified CHILDREN'S Yoga Teacher Training
This 30 hour certified Children's Yoga Teacher Training will equip you with the skills needed to teach safe, meaningful and engaging Yoga and Mindfulness to young people aged 3 - 12.
Fremantle, WA
29 - 31 July, 2022
Friday - Sunday
Certified TEENS Yoga Teacher Training
Learn trauma-informed tools to support Adolescents with Yoga and Mindfulness at High School or in the Community.
O'Connor, WA
19 - 21 August 2022
25hours / Fri - Su
Certified CHILDREN'S Yoga Teacher Training
Due to high demand, we're excited to offer another Children's Yoga Teacher Training this year. Learn the skills to teach meaningful and engaging Yoga and Mindfulness to young people aged 3 - 12.
Perth Hills, WA
NEWLY PUBLISHED
4 - 6 November 2022
Friday - Sunday
Certified CHILDREN'S Yoga Teacher Training
This 30 hour certified Children's Yoga Teacher Training will equip you with the skills needed to teach safe, meaningful and engaging Yoga and Mindfulness to young people aged 3 - 12.
Fremantle, WA
<< 2023 >>
12-15 January 2023
Friday - Sunday
Chair Yoga for Seniors Training Workshop
This short Chair Yoga for Seniors Workshop introduces you to teach safe+ fun chair yoga and mindfulness practices to support Healthy Ageing.
Fremantle, WA
We, 23 February 2022
9.30am - 2.30pm
Mindful Movement Tools For Teachers
Learn the skills to facilitate short Mindfulness and Movement based brain breaks in your classroom.
LIVE - ONLINE
21 April 2022
4pm till 6pm
Certified CHILDREN'S Yoga Teacher Training
This 30 hour certified Children's Yoga Teacher Training will equip you with the skills needed to teach safe, meaningful and engaging Yoga and Mindfulness to young people aged 3 - 12.
Fremantle, WA
27 - 29 August 2021
Friday - Sunday
Mindful Movement for Classrooms
5 hour Professional Development. Learn how to teach breathing, movement and mindfulness for growing bodies and minds at school.
Includes Manual, Lesson Plans and Classroom Resources for ECE and PS.
Edith Cowan University, Mt. Lawley (WA)
Saturday, July 24 2021
9am - 2pm
Certified CHILDREN'S Yoga Teacher Training
This 30 hour certified Children's Yoga Teacher Training will equip you with the skills needed to teach safe, meaningful and engaging Yoga and Mindfulness to young people aged 3 - 12.
Perth, WA
22 - 24 April 2022
Friday - Sunday
Wellness for Educators
Tools to Relax, Refill, Reset
This practical 3 hour Wellness Workshop for Educators includes Mindfulness and gentle Yoga tools (and Sound Bath) to support Health and Wellbeing
Murdoch, School of Education
Monday, 18 January 2021
2pm - 5pm
Yoga Tools for Teachers
Chair Yoga and Mindfulness for Primary School and ECE
This 6 hour PD includes Yoga Manual and ready to use Lesson Plans.
Murdoch School of Education, WA
Wed, 20 January 2021
8.30am - 2.30pm
TESTIMONIALS
Margot, Yoga Educator
Margot, Educator. Tools for Teachers Workshop