Yoga for Kids in Toronto

We love yoga for the physical challenge, and the mindfulness and relaxation it brings, so why not bring those same benefits to your kids? Yoga can help to alleviate kids' stress and worry, and it teaches them coping skills that they can turn to when they need them—like tools in an emotional toolbox. It's also wonderful for fostering a positive body image and self-esteem. So consider yoga as an after-school activity and watch the fun and awareness become a constant in their lives. More omm, less omg.

Yoga for kids ages 4-10 is scheduled on Saturday mornings in one studio while the other has an adult class running at the same time so that everyone can get their om on to start the weekend off right. ($12 per kid drop-in)

There is, quite simply, a lot of yoga for kids and families at Yoga Buds (the owner Temmi is pretty much the pioneer of youth yoga in the city). Mondays from 4:30 to 5:15 feature the kids' class (ages 5-9), while family yoga is on Saturday mornings from 9:30 to 10:15. Watch as well for mother-daughter pre-teen and teen yoga on Tuesdays in October. (Kids' yoga: $294 for 13 weeks)

Games songs, co-operative group poses—there's a lot packed into each class at Yoga Kids. Sundays are divided into three age groups: ages 3-6, 7-10, and 10-15, ensuring that everyone has a chance to play and breathe. ($150 per 10-week session)

It's all about the fun-asana here! Kids practice playful poses, connect with the breath, and even improve athletic performance. Kids ages 4-6 and teens practice and play on Saturday mornings, while ages 8-11 are hosted Wednesdays after school. ($10 per class)

Kids can take yoga classes for free during the practicum of the studio's kids' yoga teacher training, so expect a lot of great instruction and enthusiastic practitioners. Weekends for the training have already been scheduled; sign up for the newsletter to find times for the kids to go and have a great time getting bendy and breathing. (Free)

Yay for family yoga! Spend an amazing Saturday morning with the whole family breathing and moving together (and then head out for brunch after…). It starts the weekend out right and gets in some mindful family bonding. ($109.00 per family, up to 5 immediate family members)

Designed for mothers and daughters (7-12 years old), this class focuses on the mindful act of dedicating time to foster this crucial relationship. Moving, breathing and creating make up this wonderful time spent together. Classes are held monthly on Saturday afternoons throughout the school year. ($30 per mother/daughter pair)

Family yoga, afterschool and weekend kids' yoga (ages 5-12)—there's lots of great stuff happening at Liberty Movement. We also love that parents can refuel at the Hub Coffee Houses downstairs and that there is school pickup from a couple of neighbouring schools. Namaste! ($99 for 8 weeks)Find even more yoga in Toronto for kids and families on Help! We've Got Kids.