Teachers, childminders, swimming instructors and parents who wanted work with more meaning. Here they are in their own words.
Ten territories, ten people who chose this work. Hover or tap a photo to read what each of them says about it, and click through to their classes.
I'm the franchisee for Canterbury and the surrounding areas, from Faversham and Whitstable round the coast to Margate, Ramsgate, Sandwich and Deal.
I'm passionate about giving every child early access to the tools they need to grow up happy, healthy and resilient.
After my twins arrived in 2024 I was ready for a fulfilling challenge that could fit around family life. I'm a qualified yoga teacher and currently studying for a master's in Mindfulness and Compassion.
Find Keely's classesAfter ten years teaching Spanish in secondary schools I saw how often anxiety shows up in young people. Yoga became my own daily habit in lockdown, and a necessary outlet after losing my Dad.
Children should be better equipped with tools to cope and manage their emotions.
I joined Happy Kids Yoga because I'm fascinated by how yoga works wonders for children, mentally and physically.
Find Hannah's classesI'm a yoga teacher who has just retired from fifteen years as a childminder. I discovered yoga eight years ago and never looked back.
Modern life can be overwhelming for little people too. It seemed fitting to bring them the mindfulness that yoga offers.
Having worked so closely with children, I'm laying the same foundations I did when childminding, this time on a yoga mat.
Find Elmarie's classesMy yoga journey began in lockdown as a way to keep moving, and quickly became a passion. Movement meditation fascinated me, especially as someone who finds it hard to sit still.
The children were blown away by these slower sessions, right after conquering giant swings and climbing walls.
That's when I knew my next goal was to bring the magic of yoga to as many young people as I could.
Find Imogen's classesI've been a Drama and English teacher for nearly thirty years and I thrive on inspiring young people. I've practised yoga for over twenty years, all over the world.
I ran a class for my colleagues at work, and the benefits were overwhelming. That inspired my dream of becoming a yoga teacher.
I cover Harrogate, Knaresborough, Ripon, Wetherby, Pateley Bridge, Poppleton, Otley and Ilkley.
Find Vanessa's classesI studied Counselling, Coaching and Mentoring, then spent over a decade working with vulnerable children and adults. Along the way I discovered the power of mindfulness.
It was a real epiphany for me, both personally and professionally.
I qualified as a Mindfulness Practitioner in 2023 and have practised yoga myself for more than ten years.
Find Sam's classesI swam competitively for Wigan and Lancashire, then taught swimming and water safety in schools and pre-school classes for five years. I found yoga in lockdown.
As a SEN mum I love learning how best to support my son and other children who need extra help with their wellbeing.
I create welcoming, fun and inclusive yoga experiences in schools and nurseries across Preston.
Find Amy's classesFor over 22 years I've taught dance, fitness and performing arts to children in nurseries, schools and colleges. During the pandemic I saw first hand the emotional toll on children.
Discovering Happy Kids Yoga felt like everything coming together.
I trained in children's mindfulness and emotional literacy, and now deliver joyful, nurturing sessions across Reading.
Find Hannah's classesMy background is in children's sport and health, and in support roles with children and young people. I also run adult yoga classes and work as a Sports Massage Therapist.
I've seen how breathwork and simple movement can calm an active mind and build strength and confidence in children.
I'm mum to two girls, and they are another inspiration for working in children's yoga.
Find Sally's classesI founded Happy Kids Yoga more than ten years ago, inspired by a passion for yoga and a desire to support children's wellbeing through movement, mindfulness and play.
One of the most rewarding parts of this journey has been growing our franchise family.
I still teach in Warrington every week, and I love supporting our franchisees as they build their own purposeful businesses.
Find Jen's classesJen's head office team supports every territory with training, marketing and the technical side, so franchisees can concentrate on the children.
Charlotte supports our franchisees day to day and keeps the HKY brand bright, consistent and engaging.
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Emma is our lead teacher and supports our team with care, insight and experience.
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Simon manages the tech side of things, ensuring our systems and site run smoothly.
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Everyone on this page started with the Info Pack and a chat with Jen. If you love working with children and want work that fits around your life, that’s the first step.
