Yoga Notes from Teacher Laurie

Families of Peace Village Campers,

I have had a great time at camp this year and hope your kids have too. They have had a chance to move and do yoga poses, learn Bollywood dance steps, try breathing techniques, and study and apply the Yoga Sutras. Below you will find you will find some of the items we covered for their journals. Take a look and help them continue learning!

It's my hope that the yoga portion of Peace Village has taught the children ways to express themselves through movement, feel comfortable in their bodies, know ways to center their emotions, and believe in their abilities to make positive changes for the people of this earth.

Children have the innocence to be joyful and be creative. I believe cultivating these skills creates the possibility for positive change in an ever changing world.

Thank you for the opportunity to play and explore with your kids.

Namaste,

Laurie VanCott, MSPT
Yoga Instructor at Peace Village

For the journals:

Yoga Sutras- guideline to live by that include the Yamas (self restraints - attitude's towards our environment that create an over powering of negative qualities into positive ones) and Niyamas (attitudes towards our selves).

Ahimsa- Non Violence "To be non violent in our thoughts, deeds, and actions."
"Consideration for all living things, especially the innocent or those less fortunate."
Kindness and Caring
Taking care of the planet
Remember you can make a difference


Santosa- Contentment "Being happy with what we have and what we don't have.
One then discovers that true happiness and bliss are no longer dependent upon temporary
acquisitions of possessions or experiences.

Satya- Truthfulness "Right communication in speech, gesture, writing, and actions."
Think about friendship. Be the kind of friend you would want others to be to you.



May I find my own uniqueness
Know that I am special
I am able to love and care for others
May I walk in peace and harmony


Thankfulness Game- Take a moment everyday to think of all the things you are thankful for in your life.

Carry your garbage for a day!