Who is it for? Yoga teachers, education professionals and parents.
Duration and location of the training course
4 days of 6 hours each
in Lausanne or Geneva
In addition to these learning days, participants will focus on two main educational objectives.
Firstly, they will learn how to teach yoga to children aged 3 to 11 in a fun way.
Secondly, they will acquire theoretical and practical knowledge on how to use yoga to improve concentration and interpersonal skills in a school setting.
Vivian Lagier, guest on the Brouahah programme (RTS)
The benefits of yoga for children explained and discussed in the Wednesday 8 January 2025 episode of ‘the radio programme that gives children a voice’!
2026 Programme
Continuing education in yoga for children (ages 3 to 11) – intended for teachers, educators, and parents
- Introducing yoga to children in a fun way
- Adapting postures to children’s abilities
- Tonic breathing exercises that eliminate stress
- Relaxing breathing techniques that help children centre themselves
- Relaxation games that have a positive effect on behaviour
Upon completion of this training, you will be able to:
- Teach yoga in a fun way, using an approach tailored to young people aged 3 to 11;
- Transmit theoretical and practical knowledge of yoga techniques to improve concentration and promote interpersonal skills.
Dates of upcoming training courses
Geneva – Autumn 2026
Date : 31 October–1 November and 28–29 November 2026
Location: 26 rue Peillonex – 1225 Chène Bourg – Espace Turquoise
Hours: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Price: CHF 1,000
Training fee
CHF 1,000
We offer various instalment payment options to suit your budget.
Complete the online form
If you wish, you can also contact us by e-mail or telephone.
An initial discussion
Answer your questions and provide you with more detailed information about the training programme.
Administrative formalities
Quick and simple, we will be there to assist you with these procedures.
Your registration is complete!
You will receive practical information and the resources necessary for the training.
FAQ
Where are the training courses held?
Our training courses are mainly held at our premises in Lausanne and Geneva:
– Lausanne: Av. du Léman 26 – 1005 Lausanne
– Geneva: Rue Peillonex 26 – 1225 Chêne Bourg – Espace Turquoise
What are the training hours?
All classes are held from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Can I pay for the training in instalments?
Yes, we offer various instalment payment options to suit your budget.
What topics are covered during yoga training for children?
- The importance of learning interpersonal skills and creating a climate of trust
- Understanding the physiology of children who are still growing
- Basic knowledge of neuroscience
- Fun techniques for stimulating the brain
- Postures adapted to the child’s age and understanding
- Tonic breathing to eliminate stress and relaxation breathing to aid concentration
- Relaxation games for positive behavioural change
- Fun activities focusing on the sensory organs and perceptions
- Interactions with other disciplines: sport, theatre, painting
- Creating a space for play, discussion and creativity
- Organising a class
What happens if I become pregnant during the training?
If you become pregnant during the course, there is no need to worry about missing classes. Upon presentation of a medical certificate, you can pause your course. You can then resume classes a few months after giving birth, depending on your health and availability.
Will I receive a certificate at the end of the Children's Yoga training course?
At the end of the course, you will receive a certificate of completion from the Centre for Yoga Training and Research.
Can I enrol in the Children's Yoga training course if I am not a yoga teacher?
Yes, you can register because our training is aimed at professionals in education, health, and parents so that they can use yoga tools to improve their relationship with children/adolescents and promote relationships within the school environment.
Could I then teach yoga classes to children?
Thanks to yoga training for children, you will be able to offer fun workshops by developing spaces for play, conversation and creativity through postures and sensory techniques. You will be able to incorporate other disciplines – music, dance, storytelling and drawing – to enrich your classes.
Can yoga help children with attention problems?
Through motor or sensory techniques that promote calmness, attention is considered a prerequisite for a state of relaxation.