Boost Your Child's Confidence and Wellbeing
Spark your child's curiosity and connect with nature through Yoga for Woodentots!
This fun and engaging program, inspired by the Woodentots Montessori philosophy, uses mindful movement and imaginative storytelling to help children aged 3-5 empower themselves, explore their bodies, and discover the calming joy of yoga.
Experience the magic as your child builds confidence, improves focus, and strengthens social connections through playful poses, animal yoga adventures, and mindful breathing exercises.
Each carefully designed session provides a nurturing space for your child to explore their inner peace, unwind after a busy day, and sleep soundly.
As parents, you are the guiding stars in your child's radiant journey. Thank you for entrusting me with a part of this incredible voyage. Together, we can help your child cultivate confidence, mindfulness, and compassion, creating a brighter and more mindful world, one breath at a time
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This package includes one yoga and mindfulness session every Wednesday from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, upstairs at the Thanet Youth and Community Centre.
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The term begins on Wednesday, April 17th and goes until July 10th (12 sessions = £190).
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There is no class during the half-term break from Monday 27th May – Friday 31st May.
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Your package includes one copy of the "My Well-Being Journey: Yoga and Mindfulness Companion Logbook" (£10 value).
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Once you have registered your child, you will be prompted to fill out the student information form, please do so as soon as possible.
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Next, please inform your child's teacher that I will be retrieving them after-school every Wednesday.
Elements of a Children's Yoga & Mindfulness Class
For thousands of years, wisdom traditions have taught us that paying attention to the present moment has powerful positive effects on our health. For children, the time-tested practices of yoga are a wonderful gateway into this world of mindful awareness.
When we focus inward and take time to cultivate our inner vision—what Dr Daniel Siegel calls “mindsight”— we develop specific circuits in our brains that support our abilities to balance our emotions, focus our attention, pause before acting on impulses, and increase our compassion for others and ourselves.
Guide Your Children into Yoga and Mindfulness
Yoga for Woodentots:
Details & FAQs
QUESTION: Must my child attend Woodentots Montessori Nursery in order to attend Woodentots yoga classes? Yes. Woodentots Yoga sessions are especially designed for pupils of Woodentots Montessori Nursery, current and past.
QUESTION: What is the age group recommendation for Yoga for Woodentots sessions? 3-5 years old is the recommended age for Woodentots Yoga. For children younger or older, please reach out to me personally to discuss options for your child.
QUESTION: Is it required for a parent or carer to be present during the session? No, it is not required, but parents are welcome to attend from the start of class. I only ask that if you arrive mid-class or towards the end of class, that you wait downstairs until I bring your child downstairs. This is to ensure the class (and your child's attention) is not disrupted and the class energy and focus are maintained.
QUESTION: How long is each session and how is it spent? Each session is 60 minutes. The first 15 minutes is play-based in order to release as much energy as possible before we begin with our yoga and mindfulness practice. The next 30 minutes is spent participating in yoga asanas (poses). The remaining 15 minutes is spent on dedicated mindfulness practices and savasana (rest), as well as a quick Q&A and review of how your child did (they receive a logbook which we go over together so they can be aware of their progress).
QUESTION: Are snacks required for the session? It would be nice for your child to have a snack handy if they are hungry after a long day at nursery. Please do not send nuts and the like, honoring the Woodentots dietary restrictions.
QUESTION: How many families are accommodated in each session? To ensure personalized attention, the class size is intimate, limited to only 5 families. This allows for a supportive and interactive learning environment for your child.
QUESTION: What is the investment for the term? This package includes one yoga and mindfulness session every Wednesday from 3:00 to 4:00 PM, upstairs at the Thanet Youth and Community Centre. The term begins on Wednesday, April 17th and goes until July 10th. There is no class during the half-term break from Monday 27th May – Friday 31st May. Your package includes one copy of the "My Well-Being Journey: Yoga and Mindfulness Companion Logbook" (£10 value). The total investment for the term (12 one-hour sessions +the My Well-being Journey Yoga and Mindfulness Companion Logbook = £190).
QUESTION: What is your cancellation policy and any other policies related to this offer? Firstly, it is my pleasure to offer these yoga and mindfulness sessions to you and your child. May they support and enrich your family's journey together. Now, by submitting payment for your child's classes, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the following terms and conditions for the Yoga for Woodentots After-School Club, as well as those listed on www.ashleycruzyoga.com/terms-and-conditions: * I understand that sessions begin April 17th and go until July 11th. * I understand that sessions occur every Wednesday at 3:00 and go until 4:00. * I understand for every 15-minutes I am late to retrieve my child, I may be charged £5. * I understand that sessions do not occur during half-term (Monday 27th May – Friday 31st May). * I understand that if my child misses a class, the class does not "roll-over." * I understand that all purchases are final and non-refundable or transferrable.
QUESTION: Does Ashley Cruz have the appropriate DBS checks and certifications to teach this class? Yes. Ashley has a current enhanced DBS check certification which is available to download and review upon request. She is also a Yoga Alliance Professionals (UK) AND Yoga Alliance (USA) registered children's yoga teacher (RCYT), having completed a 95-hour teacher training course in 2022-2024. Moreover, she is a mother to a Woodentots graduate!
QUESTION: Are there any prerequisites or previous experience required to enroll my child? No previous experience is required. This After-School program is open to children of all skill levels, including beginners. The curriculum is designed to accommodate children who are new to yoga and mindfulness.
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"I have been doing Yoga for 5 years in london, lisbon and nyc and I was wonderfully surprised by the teacher Ashley. from her words, to the sense of opportunity, helping, the pace, the getting everyone's names and brief "why am I here", taste for music and simply those oils... Vinyasa gained a new look for me. You made me feel so balanced out, just when I needed that push. May your excellent work continue and your knowledge be taken further."
~ Ana Maria