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Morning Yoga in Class Teaches Kids to BreatheA second-grade class stretches to start the day at San Francisco's Dianne Feinstein Elementary School. More to this story.
A second-grade class stretches to start the day at San Francisco's Dianne Feinstein Elementary School. More to this story.
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Release Date: 6/4/2008
Produced and photographed by Malaika Costello-Dougherty
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After practicing martial arts
After practicing martial arts for twelve years and teaching both Tang Soo Do and yoga, I found there to be no spiritual practices involved. I know that it would be of concern if it is connected to any particular religion, but I've never found a yoga instructor to infuse his/her practice with religious instruction.
Mrs. Mason,
I think you might like to read up on yoga and meditation. They aren't necessarily spiritual. They are all about relaxation, focus, becoming calm, and in this case, ready to learn.
Yoga/Meditation
I like the idea of incorporating PE into all aspects of classroom instruction. However, it is disturbing that spiritual aspects of yoga and meditation are included. This practice should be an option that parents can choose to exclude their children without reprisal.