Calm for kids

“Calm for Kids was set up by Christiane Kerr in 1999. The aim was to promote Yoga and relaxation for children and teenagers. Committed to providing the highest quality training and development facilities, their courses are geared to give students the necessary skills and tools to confidently teach Yoga to young people.
   Christiane started teaching relaxation sessions when she was a Montessori teacher and observed first hand the effect the sessions had on children’s behaviour during and after the class. They were much calmer and more focused. After repeated requests from parents and teachers, she produced the Calm For Kids relaxation CDs. Christiane developed the Calm For Kids cards in 2007. The illustrations are by Sophie Tilley who designed the covers for the Calm For Kids CDs. The cards are aimed at students and parents to use at home and also as a teaching resource for children’s Yoga teachers.The simple illustrations and instructions, along with the affirmations, are designed to give children an understanding of how Yoga can make them feel.
   Christiane has been teaching Yoga for over 15 years, specialising in Yoga for children and teenagers. She has a background in Montessori education. As well as a Sivananda training, Christiane also completed a 2 year course with the YTTC in London, led by Chloe Fremantle. Other tutors included Pete Blackaby and Catherine James. The teaching style was influenced by Vanda Scaravelli. Christiane has also worked with John Stirk.”

Special offer on Calm for Kids is available to Yoga & Health readers. Please see page 5 of the February 2009 issue for details.