Yoga Explorers: 6-Week Quest
Exploration, play, and building confidence
Located in the newest St. Pete Recreation Center in the Shore Acres/Snell Isle Neighborhood. The floor-to-ceiling windows in the upstairs Discovery Room provide students with a great view of the sky and the playground below. If the weather is right, you can find the class practicing poses outside in the grass.
We practice understanding the connection between mind and body through breath, movement, and meditation. There are fun games, art projects, music, dancing, and so much more! This class is best suited for 5-9-year-olds. Parents are welcome to sit in for the first class and observe but this is a drop-off kids class. There is free pickleball held in the gymnasium, if interested.
Ages
Best for children aged 5-9 years
Dates
Wednesdays
October 15th - November 19th
Time
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location
Shore Acres Recreation Center
4230 Shore Acres BLVD NE, St. Petersburg FL 33703
Some things your student can expect during the 6-weeks
Meditation practice to strengthen mental resolve
Having a frequent meditation practice helps improve focus and self-awareness. it’s never too early to introduce a calm and reflective skill into a child’s life.
Mindful arts and crafts projects
Creativity is the key to self-understanding and expression. Giving students opportunities to draw, write, collage, paint, and color can help them release big emotions.
Yoga activities and games
We make learning yoga fun and engaging! Using games and music to introduce different yoga poses encourages students to remember the new poses for the activity.
Personalized class themes and lessons
Students play a significant role in determining which activities and topics are covered during yoga. Certain themes are chosen based on interest, and yoga philosophy is incorporated to match.
Where fun meets mindfulness
Located in Shore Acres neighborhood at the end of 38th Ave North.
❊ FAQs
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An age-appropriate introduction to the basic philosophy of yoga. This includes breath techniques, meditation, poses, and self-compassion. All these practices help children to learn how to self regulate and become in-tune with their minds and bodies.
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Students should bring a water bottle, comfortable clothing, and a yoga mat if available. ArtsyAsana always supplies extra mats if needed.
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Treehouse Kids Club is a kids’ yoga class held at The Collective Yoga studio. You can sign up on The Collective’s website. Yoga Explorer’s is a kids’ yoga class held at Shore Acres Recreation Center. You can sign up through St. Pete Park’s and Rec website. Both links are located on the pages pertaining to each class. You will need to create an account for each of these classes through the designated website.
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Our staff is certified in CPR and first aid, and we maintain a low student-to-teacher ratio for close supervision. We also follow safety protocols for heat, hydration, and equipment use. Allergies and medical needs are documented and closely monitored.
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We have indoor facilities and alternate activities planned in case of rain or extreme heat. We’ll communicate any schedule changes via email or text to parents as early as possible.
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We do not offer a free trial class but there is a drop-in option for the Treehouse Kids’ Club at The Collective Yoga Studio on Mondays at 3:30 pm. You can also book a personal tutoring session to introduce your child to the concepts in the comfort of their own home.
