FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who's this program for?

School Yoga Program is a good fit if: 

• You’re ready to create a yoga and mindfulness program that specifically suits the needs of your school’s population. 
• You’re looking for a “done-WITH-you” experience where we guide you to create your customized program.
• You're an OT, PT, school counselor, pediatric therapist, teacher, parent (via PTO/PTA), administrator, PE teacher, recreation staff, social worker, kids yoga instructor, or a special education teacher who is looking to create a powerful program for your school community.
• You’re an open-minded, curious lifelong learner and someone who “gets stuff done.”
• You’re community focused and looking to positively contribute to your school community.

When does this program start?

You will get immediate access to all the material in this program. We suggest you get started right away with the Yoga & Mindfulness 101 course. The course calls will be every other week during the course of the program.

What's the time commitment?

The amount of time you put in is the amount of time you'll potentially get out of it. We have paced the course so you can spend an hour or two a week learning and digesting the material while working on scoping out your ideas. The course was created with a busy person in mind. So we get to the point and don't include a lot of fluff. We respect the time you're spending with us and prefer you get into action... not wasting time on more theory and information.

Do I get support?

Yes, absolutely! You will receive support through the THREE group coaching calls that are offered during the six weeks of the program. If you are unable to make the calls live, you can submit your questions ahead of time and get them answered.

All calls will be on Zoom and recorded and made available afterward. Questions can be sent via email beforehand as well. Even if you can't make it live to the calls, you will get so much out of the recordings and your questions answered.

Also, you will have the opportunity to do a one-to-one call with Giselle. In this call you can discuss your particular hurdles or situation, you can brainstorm ideas, or you can have her personally review your final plan. This must be completed within the 6 weeks of the course.

After you've completed the program, you're not left to figure everything out on your own! You are now among the ranks of our "Kids Yoga Stories School Yoga Ambassadors". You will be invited to our private Facebook community to connect, brainstorm, and share hurdles and successes.

I don’t practice yoga and mindfulness myself. Will this be a problem?

Definitely not! We hear this all the time, and this concern is one of the main barriers for teachers to get started. Please don’t let this stop you from bringing the benefits of yoga and mindfulness to children.

In fact, we have included a bonus course, Yoga & Mindfulness 101, that will help you begin to explore and develop your own practice, if you so choose. 

What will I learn in this course? How is it different than other school mindfulness and yoga programs?

We differ in many ways. We help you create a truly customized program for your school that is tailored to the needs of your specific community. Further we cover topics that aren't covered elsewhere including:

• Discover ways to fund your program…
  ...even if the costs seem prohibitive, you’re not sure what options are available, or you don’t think your school will contribute.
  
• How to get buy-in from hesitant administrators, skeptic teachers, and concerned parents…
  ...even if they think yoga is religious, view it as some “wishy-washy, hippy-dippy” practice, or simply value academics above all else.
  
• Dig deeper to understand what’s culturally relevant for your community, what support you have based on any challenges and special needs, and what may and may not work for your school population...
  ...so you can create the very best program for your school.
  
• Prepare yourself with a variety of engaging exercises and practices that students will enjoy...
  ...even if they think yoga and mindfulness is lame and boring, or if they’re overly concerned what others might think. 
  
• Engage with the tools and resources to adapt to different age groups and maturity levels so that children find yoga and mindfulness engaging and interesting...
  ... so everyone benefits from the mindfulness and yoga lessons, even the most challenging students. 
  
• Create a workable, consistent plan that can easily adapt and fit into your day...
  ...even if you feel there is very little time to fit in everything that is already required of you.
  
• Gain the confidence to teach the poses and exercises...
  ...even if you're uncomfortable with the movements, don’t feel like a yoga role model, or generally feel "out of shape.” 
  
• Discover ways to meet the entire class where they’re at...
  ...despite challenges with skeptical students who goof off or try and distract the rest of the class from the activity. 
  
• Learn to present research and build strategies to convince parents, administration, and teachers that yoga and mindfulness can actually benefit children’s academic performance as much as their social emotional well-being...
  ...that way you can gain more buy-in and support from the major stakeholders in bringing yoga and mindfulness to children.
  
• See what’s possible by hearing from teachers in the field who have successfully brought yoga and mindfulness to their schools…
  ...that way, you can see what a school yoga program looks like in action and have the confidence to create your own!

How will I access this course? Is it easy?

Yes, it is super easy! You will be provided log-in access immediately upon purchase. This self-paced course is easy to access through any device and is available once you log into our Academy site. All resources—including videos, downloadable worksheets, workbooks, checklists, and more—are contained within this easy-to-use learning platform. Calls will be conducted via Zoom.

When are the live calls?

All calls will be via zoom. Dates are:

Friday, October 25th, 2024, 2:30pm ET
Friday, November 8th, 2024, 2:30pm ET
Friday, November 22nd, 2024, 2:30pm ET

What happens if I can't make the calls?

We set up this course to keep you on track. We have our group calls scheduled to help you complete your plan by the time we wrap in November. However, we understand that life gets in the way. You won't miss a thing if you have to take a bit longer to start/complete the course. You will have access to all the modules to take them when it suits your schedule, and you can watch the recorded group calls at your leisure. There is a lot of flexibility if you need it!

Can I see how the course is structured?

Yes, you can. You can view the full syllabus here.

How much does it cost?

As a member of our community, all you’ll pay is one-time payment of $697.

Total value is well over $3,700. Instead… you’ll only pay $697.

Payment plan (4 interest-free installments) is available via SHOPPAY at checkout!

What age group is this for?

This is for ALL ages, because it's all about how to create your own customized school yoga program for your children's needs and preferences.

Will this course help me apply for a grant?

Yes! We have two modules to cover these topics:

• Budgeting – what kinds of things you could purchase for your yoga club (ex. props, resources), what other expenses you might incur, and how much money you’ll need
• Financial Backing – lists of where you could secure funding and sample proposals

This School Yoga Program was designed for exactly your type of situation where you have a group of children of various ages, needs, and backgrounds.

What if I'm based outside the US?

The course was designed for teachers, health practitioners, and school leadership on how to bring yoga to their schools/school districts. However, kids yoga teachers have also used this course to design programs that they bring into schools. We cover all the foundational concepts of why you want to teach kids yoga, what skills you’re targeting for your population, and how to engage children (the who, what, why, when, and how). We have learned that there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to designing a school yoga program due to the diverse needs of each school community. It really is about developing a customized program for YOUR school, regardless of where you live.

I’m hoping to get help covering the cost. What if I can’t get the funding in time during this sale?

Please send us an email to let us know that you are actively pursuing funding, and we will hold your spot (including pricing and bonuses) for you. But you must email giselle @ kidsyogastories.com before the end of the sale!

Is there a refund policy?

When you take advantage of this special sale today, you have a full 30 days to decide whether or not you want to keep it or return it for a full refund.

If, for any reason, you decide this resource is not for you, simply reach out, and we will provide a full, prompt refund. No questions asked. No hassles!

Do you offer CEUs/professional credits?

Courses4Teachers - Graduate-level professional development semester credits/units!

Kids Yoga Stories is excited to offer you accreditation for our trainings through Courses4Teachers, a well-established organization passionate about helping teachers get credit for their training. Through a simple registration process, you will earn graduate-level professional development semester credits/units through the University of the Pacific. These credits are designed for teachers across the USA to gain salary advancement and/or renew credentials. They are transferable across districts nationwide.

All you need is a Certificate of Completion after completing any of the Kids Yoga Stories trainings below, and Courses4Teachers will ensure that your time and efforts are acknowledged.

SCHOOL YOGA PROGRAM: This program requires 135 hours of training. You may register for 9 units/credits.

Register here: https://courses4teachers.net/kids-yoga-stories/

For any questions, please contact Courses4Teachers directly at courses4teachers@courses4teachers.net

Can I see how the course is structured?

Yes, you can. You can view the full syllabus here.