Mindful Munchkinz

01/08/2025

You may have heard the news… it’s the final month of Mindful Munchkinz in Ballito/Salt Rock 💚

It’s a bittersweet chapter as my husband and I prepare to emigrate to New Zealand for a dream teaching opportunity and a brand new adventure 🇳🇿✨

Over the past 4 years, I’ve had the privilege of sharing yoga and mindfulness with so many amazing little humans!! 🥹

Some highlights that I’ll carry with me forever:

🌟 Being part of the phenomenal teaching team from the beginning. Truly an honor!
🌈 Leading holiday clubs, mom & me, and family yoga events
💫 Teaching at for 3 unforgettable years
🏫 Introducing and leading weekly kids yoga to Ashton as an extra mural over the past 2 years

And in true cosmic synchronicity:

✨ My last day teaching at Ashton will be on the 29th of August ~ the very same date I started there in 2022!!

🌿 My final kids yoga event will be tomorrow at Elaleni ~ where I did my very first holiday workshop 4 years ago!

Thank you to every little munchkin, every parent, every teacher, and every space that welcomed this offering. It’s been nothing short of magical, sharing my heart and this incredible practice with so many special people! ✨️✨️✨️

As I shift my focus to my new position teaching Year 3 and 4 in NZ, Mindful Munchkinz will be taking a little pause… But who knows 🤷🏼‍♀️ maybe one day, it will find its way back, perhaps with a few curious little Kiwi kiddos on the mat 🥝🧘🏽‍♂️✨️🧘🏼‍♀️

All my love & heartfelt gratitude 🙏🏼
🤍 Lauren

08/04/2025

Building coordination, confidence, and calm through mindful movement and playful adventure! 🤸‍♂️✨️

Yoga obstacle courses are one of our favorite activities!

I love seeing what these little yogis come up with—creative rules, clever use of props like blocks and bolsters, and striking their favorite yoga poses along the way! 🧘🏾‍♂️✨️🧘🏼‍♀️

16/01/2025

Kids yoga at Ashton also starts up from next week Wednesday and Thursday 🧘‍♀️🦋🧘‍♂️

Pop me a message to secure your little munchkinz spot for the term 🫶

15/01/2025

15/01/2025

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10/01/2025

New year, new opportunities for connection and growth! ☀️

I thought I'd take this time to introduce myself and share a bit about me.

So.. Hi there  👋 I’m Lauren, an Early Years teacher with nine years of experience working with children aged 18 months to 11 years old. Alongside my teaching, kids' yoga is my absolute passion and brings me so much joy! ✨️ 

It's all about creating joyful, nurturing spaces where children can explore movement, build confidence, and develop mindfulness in a fun and playful way. 🤸‍♂️

A few other things that make my heart happy are :

🦋 Being in nature
🌿 Living on a farm
🌊 Swims in the ocean 
🐾 My fur-babies - we have 2 cats, Masha and Nacho & the sweetest doggo, Josie
💜 And of course, my family & friends

I'm so excited to continue sharing this journey with you all, and I'd love to hear about what brings YOU joy too – feel free to share in the comments or reach out to connect.
Let's make this year magical together! 💫

With so much gratitude always,
Lauren 🫶

04/12/2024

Feeling so grateful to have shared the joy of yoga and mindfulness with the little yogis at Awaken Yoga Festival! 🌻🧘‍♀️✨️

A few snaps from capturing our Kids Yoga class on the Saturday morning 🌞

21/10/2024

Join us every Tuesday at 3pm for kids yoga at Kāya Shala! 🧘‍♀️🌈🧘‍♂️

Yoga helps children improve focus, build confidence, and develop mindfulness in a fun, playful way. ✨️

Drop-in for R130 or save with a 4-class pack for R480.

Let's move, breathe, and grow together! 🐛🌱🦋

07/10/2024

Join us next weekend for a family yoga adventure! 🌿✨

Play, move, breathe, and connect as we slow down and embrace a sense of togetherness.
These classes are designed to bring families closer through fun partner poses that inspire teamwork and laughter, while calming breathing exercises promote mindfulness and relaxation. 🧘‍♀️✨️🧘‍♂️

Through playful movement, stretching, and games, you and your family will build strength, flexibility, and create lasting memories. It’s the perfect way to bond, unwind, and find balance—no matter your experience level. Everyone is welcome to join this joyful journey!

📍Kāya Shala, Salt Rock
🗓️ Saturday12th October
⏰ 11 am - 12 pm

📧 To book your family's spot, email kayashalayoga@gmail.com or book through the Mindbody App. 🌻

06/10/2024

lean into joy ✨️😃💛

03/10/2024

Ring ring 📞 ring ring 📱
"Hello, October... no ways , it can't be you ! " 🤯

It's true, time flies when you're having fun ,and boy, this year has flown ! 🕊✈️

How crazy to think we are in the 4th and final term and the last 3 months of 2024 !!
I mean, Christmas decor is already going up in the shops 🙃🎄😂

Feeling so grateful for every little munchkin that has practiced with me this year and excited for all the adventures and moments of mindfulness we still have left in this next term. Let's finish the year strong, with big smiles, open hearts, and lots of yoga magic! 💫

Keep your eyes peeled for when, where, and how you can practice with me, as well as the exciting upcoming events and workshops in these final few months. 🧘‍♀️🦋🧘‍♂️

Big love,
Lauren
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