These Guidelines also apply to childcare centers, community centers, health clubs, and other established organizations.  OBJECTIVES OF CHILDREN’S YOGA:
To promote self-discipline
To increase the ability to focus attention
To exercise the physical body
To help physical coordination
To help right/left brain coordination
To help children be aware of them selves from the inside—both physically and emotionally
To increase self-confidence
To encourage awareness of the spirit
To have fun (very important from the kids viewpoint) PRESCHOOL: Class size: up to 18 with an assistant, 12 without assistant
Length of class: 30 minutes to 45 minutes ELEMENTARY: Class size: up to 20 with an assistant, 12 without assistant
Length of class 30 minutes to 45 minutes JUNIOR HIGH: Class size: up to 20 with an assistant, 12 without assistant
Length of class: 45 minutes to an hour ENVIRONMENT: Room should be large enough to accommodate large motor movement, have carpeting or individual mats, and be somewhat separate from other rooms. A circle works for groups under 10. For large groups, have them sit in staggered lines (not directly beside each other), so that each has enough body room, and all are facing the teacher. | 
