Children of just about any age can learn about mindfulness. Kids as young as three or four can enjoy and benefit from learning simply, short exercises or practices. ​

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In children, these exercises works as a stress management tool by switching off the "fight or flight" response to stress and allowing the body to switch on the relaxation response. With practice, children, organically learn to regulate their nervous system and become less reactive to stress.

Children are encouraged to practice these simple exercises away from the classroom and we call it 'Have a Go'. After each session they will be given information about what 'Have a Go' they can practice until the next session. You can follow what is learnt in each session and what practice they are encouraged to do here. However, it is important your child is given a choice to practice away from the classroom to prevent it becoming a chore or resembling homework. The goal is for it to be fun and engaging.

Or you can simply ask your child "what superpower did you learn today, and what is the 'Have a Go' for the week?" 

As a paid member you have access to a number of audio meditations. These are primarily story-based and not directly tied to what is taught in the classroom, though they explore similar themes. Before pressing 'Play' and listening to a guided meditation find a place free from distraction and loud noises. Ensure your child is comfortable, relaxed and warm. Invite them to 'come into their own bubble' (as taught on the course). 

Children love storytelling, don't they? And most children enjoy being read to when they're cosy in bed ready for sleep or at any time indeed. So, guided audio meditations are a great way to introduce mindfulness.

On the member's page there are 25 different audio meditations to enjoy. There is a meditation explaining what mindfulness is; a morning meditation before going to school if your child feels anxious to leave the house; several relaxation meditations which are great for the evening to help your child to transition from daily activity to relaxation before bedtime.

Or, you can choose a meditation especially for a child who gets anxious falling asleep. Or, an imaginative journey that incorporates mindfulness concepts into a fun, calming way. 

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With practice the slightly older children develop the skill to start to notice thoughts and feelings. They also support building confidence and resilience, and encourage kindness toward themselves and others.