We discovered that by slowing breathing and focusing on balance, we could distract ourselves from stress and frustration, helping to stay grounded.
This showed us how in other cultures, there are different ways that people can work on their hauora (wellbeing).
When I did yoga, I felt more calm and happy. It helped me be peaceful. I decided to do yoga for my end of term project. I did a lot of yoga moves and showed these on stage. I also made a poster to teach other people to learn them.
I learned that yoga is from India. They do it to calm themselves down. Yoga is calming and also relaxing. We learned that yoga has heaps of moves to it.
The class practised a range of poses such as the Tree, the Butterfly, the Bowl, and the Flamingo. Each pose helped tune our bodies and minds, allowing everyone to experience how physical movement can positively impact emotional well-being.
This was an inclusive wellbeing activity as no matter what, students could participate at a range of levels they were comfortable with and capable of.
To present our learning students created posters, using their own photos of their yoga poses, to teach others and pass on their knowledge of yoga and how this can have an effect on wellbeing and physical health.
My journey in education began in 2016 as a teacher aide. My passion only grew as I worked with the students around me, and I began my teacher training.
Wairakei Primary is a place where I myself can continue as a learner and also support the students in my class on their learning journey. There is a real community feel from both the whānau of the school and the staff within, which makes it feel like home.
I moved to Taupō in 2021 for a change of scenery from my hometown of Thames, where I spent most of my life. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with friends and whānau at the beach or riverside in and around the Coromandel.
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