2. How is Yoga Active? There are different types of Yoga We will do Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga? What is that? Ashtanga is about performing constants and flowing movements. There is very little standing around. Calories burned in Vinyasa Yoga: 445 per hour Same as: moderate bike riding for 1 hour!
3. Why Do Yoga? BENEFITS OF YOGA Flexibility Strength Posture- improves core (Abdominals) Breathing-improves endurance and performance Lowers blood pressure
4. YOGA IS FOR WOMEN… False!--Athletes and Teams that do Yoga Dan Marino Michael Strahan Shannon Sharp Eddie George Los Angeles Lakers Philadelphia Eagles N.Y. Giants….and many more!
5. In the Past Students realize how much of a workout it is They love the synchronized moves Sequence is the same so mastery comes quickly Everyone likes a good stretch!
6. Yoga Can Be For Everyone! HOW? The great thing about yoga is there are many modifications Everyone can participate at different levels
7. Grading? In order to keep yoga somewhat relaxing the grading will be different from previous lessons. Test on remembering sequence How fluent the positions are Respect towards other people’s limitations
8. Where Would Yoga Fit In? Popular Times Just before a holiday or long break Great right before regents and final exams Great way to start or end a week
10. How Much? Equipment Costs 30Yoga Mats $8.69 (Free Shipping) 30 Yoga Block (to help stabilize) $270 for 30 Total Cost $530.70 According to www.sunshineyoga.com
11. After School Activities Events This allows the school to have afterschool yoga sessions for anyone that wants to stay after school Is a great warm-up before other afterschool activities After school opportunity for teachers and parents as well
