OUR EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
SCHOOL Yoga & Mindfulness offers a novel approach to classroom mindfulness—an innovative model of instruction that nurtures both student engagement and teacher well-being.
Take our training, attend our professional development sessions, access our digital lessons, or read our book to create learners who contribute positively to classrooms, schools, and communities.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE
SCHOOL YOGA & MINDFULNESS TEACHER TRAINING?
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Professional development aligned with academic standards
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Wellness tools to support educator health, balance, and resilience
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Mindful classroom management to foster focus, cooperation, and care
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Practical support for student mental health using easy, accessible methods
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Empathy-building strategies that create inclusive and peaceful learning communities
WHAT WILL I GAIN?
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SEL practices that benefit both students and teachers
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Tools to boost academic focus (Common Core–aligned)
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Mindful movement, breathing, and classroom-ready exercises
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Strategies to support daily well-being for all
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LAUSD educators: Eligible for salary points
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All educators: Certificate and letter of completion
WHO IS A GOOD CANDIDATE?
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K–12 teachers ready to bring social and emotional learning into the classroom
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Those interested in supporting student wellness—physically, mentally, and emotionally
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Teachers seeking practical tools for focus, listening, and positive behavior
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Educators who want to build a brief, meaningful personal practice for self-care
No prior yoga experience needed.
All are welcome.
COURSE OPTIONS
ONLINE COURSE
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75-hour course on Canvas
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Open to K-12 teachers, counselors, and social workers in all districts
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LAUSD teachers earn two salary points
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Self-paced learning that includes online interaction with fellow teachers and founder of SCHOOL Yoga & Mindfulness, Kelly Wood
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Course fee is $145 for teachers (the remaining 90% of the course fee is covered by grants awarded to Smiling Calm Hearts Open Our Learning, Inc. (SCHOOL, Inc.)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSES
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Choose one: Jan. 22nd, Jan. 27th or Feb. 3rd
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1-hour session on Zoom
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4:30-5:30 pm PST
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Kelly Wood shares how the SCHOOL Yoga & Mindfulness program helps all ages develop social and emotional learning skills.
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K-12 educators in all districts are welcome.
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Our PD sessions are free.
IN-PERSON COURSE
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45-hour course
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Winter 2026 dates coming soon
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Four days of training (two Saturdays & Sundays)
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15 hours (in person) + 30 hours homework
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K-12 LAUSD teachers earn one salary point
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Homework assignments are completed outside of the four in-person training days
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Location: Milagro Charter School
- Please inquire for more details.
CALM BREATHING CALM HEARTS:
SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING FOR SCHOOL AND LIFE
Written by Kelly Wood, this book inspires K-12 educators to rejuvenate and reinforce peaceful habits within themselves through SCHOOL Yoga & Mindfulness methods and share these practices with their students. By doing so, they can significantly influence classroom learning and culture. Furthermore, Calm Breathing Calm Hearts details why and how to develop social and emotional learning skills for prosocial changes in our schools, homes, and communities.
SCHOOL YOGA LIBRARY
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K-4 teachers can sign up to access our digital lessons by going to the Membership page.
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Lessons are projected onto the whiteboard during the bell schedule.
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Students and teachers practice together.
If you have any questions, email us at info@school-yoga.org.
We’ll respond within 48 hours.
