Yoga Bears Kids Yoga (YBKY) delivers a fully structured, evidence-based wellbeing and movement program that supports the holistic development of every child.

The program is designed to align with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) and the National Quality Standard (NQS), while enhancing physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development through consistent weekly sessions.

YBKY supports early learning centres in improving quality outcomes, documentation, and educator confidence in wellbeing delivery.

Our Vision 
To embed yoga, movement, and mindfulness as core wellbeing practices in early learning environments, helping every child grow with confidence, emotional intelligence, and lifelong healthy habits.

Strategic Goals 

• Establish YBKY as a national wellbeing and movement partner for early learning providers

• Strengthen centre compliance through EYLF-aligned, documented programming

• Support holistic child development across physical, emotional, social, and cognitive domains

• Enhance educator capability in supporting emotional regulation and child wellbeing

• Deliver measurable outcomes for children, families, and centre quality improvement plans

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Intended Outcomes for Children
Children participating in Yoga Bears sessions will:

• Develop greater emotional regulation and resilience

• Build physical strength, coordination, and body awareness

• Gain confidence, independence, and a strong sense of identity

• Strengthen social skills, empathy, and cooperative play

• Improve focus, listening skills, and communication

• Form positive wellbeing habits that extend beyond early childhood

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Alignment with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF)
Outcome 1 – Identity
Children develop confidence, independence, and emotional resilience through movement, breathing, storytelling, and self-expression, supporting a strong sense of identity.
Outcome 2 – Connection with Their World
Shared rituals, themed sessions, and group activities foster cooperation, inclusion, and empathy, building a sense of connection and community.
Outcome 3 – Wellbeing
Yoga Bears supports children’s physical wellbeing, emotional regulation, and the development of lifelong wellbeing habits through structured movement and mindfulness.
Outcome 4 – Confident and Involved Learners
Creative movement, imagination, and guided exploration build focus, curiosity, and problem-solving skills that support cognitive development.
Outcome 5 – Effective Communicators
Sessions build communication skills through music, storytelling, and guided participation, supporting listening, emotional language, and confident self-expression.

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Alignment with the National Quality Standard (NQS)

NQS AreaContribution of the Yoga Bears Program

QA1 – Educational Program and Practice - YBKY Provides planned, intentional learning experiences through structured weekly programming

QA2 – Children’s Health and Safety - YBKY Enhances children’s physical and emotional wellbeing

QA3 – Physical Environment - YBKY Uses learning environments effectively through movement-based engagement

QA5 – Relationships with Children - YBKY Supports positive social development and relationship building

QA6 – Collaborative Partnerships- YBKY Encourages communication between centres and families through shared learning and reporting

QA7 – Governance and Leadership - YBKY Delivers consistent, high-quality programming with reliable systems and documentation

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Why Centres Choose Yoga Bears

• Fully aligned with EYLF and NQS

• Structured, evidence-based, and play-driven

• Promotes measurable developmental outcomes

• Supports educators and engages families

• Easy to implement with high child engagement

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