Y.E.S works together with schools to empower educators and students with the proven practices of breath-centred yoga.

Mission:

To equip every young person in the motu with a simple, daily yoga practice that is right for them; therefore helping rangatahi to be happy and feel good, and reducing anxiety, depression and teen suicide.

Our Programs

Professional Development for Educators

Yoga Teacher Training for Teens

Yoga School Visit

Yoga School Visit

School Visits

Contact us to have a qualified Y.E.S teacher visit your school to share yoga with staff and/or students. (Primary and secondary)

Teen Yoga Training Programme

We offer a training programme for teenagers who want to become well-being leaders within their school by equipping them with the knowledge and confidence to deliver yoga classes to their peers. By the end of the programme students are able to teach 4 different kinds of practices: 1) Basic Daily Practice; 2) A Practice for Sleep; 3) Sun Salutations; and 4) A Practice for Anxiety.

The Key to Good Health is to Breathe Well

Increasingly, the breath is being recognised as a crucial element to physical and mental wellbeing, concentration, and contentment. A great deal of research has been done showing how deep breathing is the first principle of good health and provides instant relief from anxiety, overwhelm, and stress, as well as a wide array of other health indicators such as heart disease, inflammation, high blood pressure, and heart rate variability.

“Our work has proven that the breath is a wonder drug, if I may use that term.” — TKV Desikachar.

Check out Why the Breath for scientific evidence supporting our breathing programs.

Schools we have visited:

khandallah school wellington

Testimonials

  • “I was a complete beginner when I went to the first Y.E.S session with a group of teachers. After just one session of breathing yoga, I felt a significant change. The deeper breathing that connects with the movements made me feel calmer and more centred and balanced. Thanks to Andrew I now do breathing yoga as a daily practice.”

    Trina Sellers, Music Teacher, Auckland

  • “I sometimes feel stressed by everything that’s happening at school and at home. The practice helps me put myself together and navigate the day.”

    Student, 14, NGĀ PUNA O WAIŌREA

  • “Fabulous way to start the day. Can take on the world after a session. Routines are doable regardless of fitness level and flexibility- I have been doing it regularly after a knee replacement. Mood is always lighter and outlook brighter.”

    Heather Dikstaal, Classics Teacher, Western Springs College

  • “I never knew how to connect with my breath to calm my mind. I feel so much better after practicing and know that I could do this every day.”

    Student, Takapuna Grammar School, Auckland

  • “The practice I learnt from Y.E.S gives a feeling of quiet joy in my busy life as a teacher.”

    Cade Robbins, History Teacher, Auckland

  • “Peaceful. The breath is peaceful.”

    Year 11 student, Western Springs College

Help us spread this simple, effective practice of movement and breath far and wide: Make a tax-deductible donation to support the development of yoga education in New Zealand schools.

Every little bit helps us ensure equitable access across all demographics, and provide scholarships to train youth leaders.