Sam B Yoga - Yoga and Educational Specialist

Children's Mental Health Week's 2026 Theme is 'This is my Place'. It encourages children to think about places where they feel safe and belong. Sounds positive but here is my concern.

Read the full blog to find out why we need to be doing better for our pupils.

Children's Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 - Are we Missing the Point? - Sam B Yoga 11FebChildren’s Mental Health Awareness Week 2026 – Are we Missing the Point?In Yoga I’m going to say something that may be unpopular. The Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week theme for 2026 — “This Is My Place” — doesn’t quite land for me. On the surface, it sounds warm and pos...

In this retreat we followed the season of Winter with a water theme, focusing on the bladder and kidneys for elimination and releasing of fear. We also reflected and celebrated ourselves to bring that energy into 2026. Throughout the whole retreat we explored the nature of water to deepen our understanding of the philosophy of Wu Wei.

Why not ease gently into the new year? This is what the energy of Winter asks from us. Reflection, gentle flowing movement, combined with balance and stillness that complements the bladder and kidney meridian lines.

Winter Classes:
Water sequence starting Wednesday 7th January
New Year Retreat - Saturday 10th January
Chair Yoga classes starting Friday 6th March

https://bookwhen.com/sambyoga

Merry Christmas Everyone!
I hope you are surrounded by love, joy, laughter, peace and a warm magic within🎄💕

B-STRONG & B-FLEXIBLE Yoga Card Bags - Photo-based Cards ideal for Schools, Teachers & Families

Bring movement, focus and calm to your school or home with the B-Flexible Yoga Card Set - designed using real photos of children, so they are clear and perfect for older children.

WHATS INSIDE?
- 30+ Posture Cards (Clear photos of postures with Benefits & Cautions)
- 6 Positive Affirmations
- 6 Inspirational Quotes
- Carry bag
PLUS - 6 weeks of yoga session activties or lesson plans via QR code

WHY DO THESE CARDS STAND OUT?
- Real photos - clearer and more accessible than illustrated posture cards
- Appeal to Primary School aged kids (not infant-style)
- Easy for teachers & parents to use
- Fun to use at home with family
- Great for SEN/ALN and neurodiverse learners
- Ideal for calm corners and classroom transitions

https://sambyogatraining.com/product-category/yoga-cards/b-well-bags/

Is there anyone here who would be interested in starting a chair yoga class on Wednesday lunchtimes?
Just looking to gauge interest first.