children’s + teens Yoga in kansas city

At Summit Ranch in Kansas City, we offer yoga and mindfulness classes for children and teens that enhance focus, emotional regulation, flexibility, and stress relief. Our indoor and outdoor sessions create a unique opportunity for youth to practice yoga amidst nature and friendly ranch animals, fostering a tranquil and engaging environment.

Yoga for children and teens has been shown to improve executive function skills, enhance mental health, and support those with ADHD, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation

Benefits of Yoga & Mindfulness for Kids and Teens at Summit Ranch

Yoga and mindfulness can help children and teens develop emotional regulation, focus, and resilience while improving overall mental health.

Key Benefits:

✔ Improves Focus and Attention – Helps children and teens, especially those with ADHD, stay present and engaged.
✔ Enhances Emotional Regulation – Teaches mindfulness techniques that reduce anxiety and emotional dysregulation.
✔ Boosts Physical Strength & Flexibility – Encourages movement, coordination, and body awareness.
✔ Reduces Stress & Promotes Calmness – Breathing exercises and relaxation techniques help kids manage stress.
✔ Supports Executive Function Development – Strengthens impulse control, working memory, and task management skills.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • A: Absolutely! Yoga and mindfulness help reduce anxiety, regulate emotions, and build resilience by training the brain to slow down and respond instead of react to stress.

  • A: Yoga improves self-regulation, impulse control, and attention—three key executive function skills often affected by ADHD. Mindful breathing and movement help kids practice pausing before reacting, a skill that carries over into school and daily life.

  • A: We offer separate children’s yoga (ages 8-12) and teen mindfulness yoga (ages 13-18) sessions.

  • A: No, but parents are welcome to observe if it helps their child feel more comfortable.

  • A: Yes! Weather permitting, we hold nature-based yoga sessions on our ranch, incorporating mindfulness with outdoor sensory experiences.