Chakras for Kids: Learn about Emotions through Poses

Chakras for Kids.

Have you been curious about chakras and wondered if you could teach children about them? Maybe you’ve heard that understanding about chakras can help children learn about their social and emotional selves on a deeper level.

The yoga poses below, which are coupled with positive affirmations, are associated with each of the seven chakras. In yogic philosophy, the seven chakras that run in a straight line from the base of the spine to the crown of your head make up the subtle body, which holds all the energy that affects your mind, body, and spirit.

Each chakra, meaning “wheel” in Sanskrit, acts like a spinning wheel of energy. Though the chakras are developing throughout your life, children and teens are not too young to begin to understand the basics concepts of chakras.

These chakra yoga poses below can help them tune in to their own health and wellness. Chakra yoga poses—including hip-opening poses, back bends, and inversions—ultimately help get the energy flowing throughout their bodies. A deeper understanding of their wholistic selves can be part of building a healthy life.

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Chakra Poses for Kids

Try these poses below and say the affirmation associated with the pose, feeling the truth of the statement each time. Check out our Chakra Cards for Kids as a tool to discuss and explore the basic concept of chakras.

First Chakra

I am secure.

How to practice Tree Pose: Stand on one leg. Bend the knee of the leg you are not standing on, place the sole of your foot on the opposite inner thigh or calf (just not on your knee), and balance. Switch sides and repeat the steps.

Tree Pose for Kids | Kids Yoga Stories — Tree Pose

Second Chakra

I enjoy my life.

How to practice Warrior 2 Pose: Start in a standing position. Step one foot back so that your toes are angled outward, bend your front knee, and open your hips to the side. Then reach both arms up, parallel to your legs, and look over your front fingertips. Make sure your front knee is bent forward so that your knee is over your ankle and that your spine is straight. Switch sides and repeat the steps.

Warrior 2 Pose for kids | Kids Yoga Stories — Warrior 2 Pose

Third Chakra

I am confident.

How to practice Half Moon Pose: From a standing position, step your left foot back while opening your hip out to the side. Tilt forward and place your right hand flat on the ground (or on a block) in front of your right foot while simultaneously lifting your left foot. Open your hips and extend your left arm up to the sky. Align your shoulders over each other and open your chest. If possible, try gazing out to the left. Switch sides and repeat the steps.

half moon pose | Kids Yoga Stories — Half Moon Pose

Fourth Chakra

I am kind.

How to practice Puppy Pose: From all-fours, slide your hands out in front of you while lowering your chest toward the ground. Keep your arms straight and raise your elbows off the ground. Rest your forehead between your extended arms, letting your spine curve naturally.

puppy pose for kids , inversion poses and more| Kids Yoga Stories — Puppy Pose

Fifth Chakra

I am creative.

How to practice Bridge Pose: Lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the ground. Rest your arms down alongside your body, with your palms flat on the ground. Tuck your chin into your chest and keep your spine straight. On an inhale, lift your buttocks.

bridge pose | Kids Yoga Stories — Bridge Pose

Sixth Chakra

I am open-minded.

How to practice Legs Up the Wall: Lie flat on your back then slowly raise your legs straight up toward the sky, making an L shape with your body. Keeping your legs together, flex your feet. Spread your arms out to either side and keep your neck in a neutral position. You could also rest your legs up a wall instead.