Yoga Instructor: history and fun facts
Everything a curious kid might want to know about this job.
Did you know?
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Tree pose is a yoga pose where you stand on one leg, just like a tall tree standing still in the wind.
Through history
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Long ago
People in India practiced yoga poses and breathing for a very, very long time. Yoga was shared from teacher to student for many generations.
Tools of the trade
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Yoga mat
A soft, non-slip mat is a cozy place to stand, sit, and stretch. It keeps you steady so your hands and feet don't slide.
A day in the job
- 8:00 AMThe Yoga Instructor arrives early, rolls out the soft mats, and gets the room cozy with a calm, quiet feeling.
- Class TimeThe instructor shows each pose slowly, then walks around the room to help people find a comfortable way to stretch.
Words to know
- Breathe
- Breathing means taking air in through your nose and letting it out slowly. In yoga, slow breathing helps your body feel calm and relaxed.
Quiz time
Cat pose is a yoga pose that stretches your back gently.
Yoga instructors lift heavy weights in every class.