It’s no secret that children today are moving less than ever before. With increasing screen time, fewer outdoor play opportunities, and busy school schedules, physical activity is taking a hit. The latest reports show that many young children aren’t meeting the recommended daily movement levels, which can impact everything from focus and mood to physical development.
Schools and nurseries are now being encouraged to prioritise movement throughout the day—not just in PE lessons. That’s why more early years settings and primary schools are turning to **yoga-based movement sessions** as a fun and accessible way to get kids moving.
Why Movement Matters for Learning
Physical activity isn’t just about keeping fit—it’s essential for brain development, coordination, and emotional well-being. Studies show that children who move regularly:
✅ Have better concentration and memory
✅ Are more emotionally regulated
✅ Develop stronger motor skills for handwriting and coordination
✅ Have improved confidence and self-esteem
For younger children, movement is especially important in developing **core strength, balance, and spatial awareness**, which support key milestones like sitting still, holding a pencil, and even managing emotions.
How Yoga Helps
Yoga for children isn’t about perfect poses—it’s about fun, engaging activities that develop movement skills in an enjoyable way. At **Happy Kids Yoga**, we bring interactive sessions to nurseries and schools that combine:
🧘♂️ Big, active movements – stretching, balancing, and jumping to boost coordination.
🧘♀️ Small, focused movements – developing fine motor skills for writing and hand control.
🧘 Breathing exercises – helping children learn how to calm their bodies and focus.
🎶 Music, stories & play – making movement fun and engaging for all ages.
Even just 10–15 minutes a day of mindful movement can help children reset, refocus, and be ready to learn.
Easy to Fit Into Your School or Nursery Day
One of the best things about yoga is that it doesn’t need a lot of space or equipment, making it easy to add into:
✔️ Morning movement time to wake up the body and brain
✔️ Calm-down sessions after lunch to improve focus for afternoon lessons
✔️ PE lessons to build balance and flexibility
✔️ Transition times to help children self-regulate
At Happy Kids Yoga, we work with schools and nurseries across the UK to deliver **in-person yoga sessions** or provide **teacher training** so staff can run simple movement breaks throughout the day.
Want to introduce more movement into your setting?
Get in touch today to arrange a free taster session and see how yoga can support your children’s learning and well-being!
This ties in with concerns about childhood inactivity and could be linked to National Fitness Day, Children’s Mental Health Week, or any school well-being initiatives. Let me know if you’d like me to tweak it for a specific event! 😊
