WILD BALANCE

My name is Natasha Debrosse and I created Story Time Stretches - Yoga for Kids based on a story book. This unique approach combines storytelling with simple yoga poses, mindfulness, and breathing techniques, creating a fun and meaningful experience for children.
As we read together, kids act out the story with yoga poses, making the experience interactive, fun, and memorable.

I am a Yoga Therapist (intern), have completed my 500 Yoga Teacher Training, and have a 4yr old daughter. I am also DBS checked with Paediatric First Aid.

Story Time Stretches is aimed at 3-7yr olds with benefits for children including:
Physical Development
Gross motor skills: build balance, coordination, flexibility, and strength.
Body awareness: Children learn to notice how their bodies move and how different poses feel.
Healthy habits: Yoga introduces relaxation and breathing practices that support wellbeing.

Communication & Language
Listening and understanding: Children follow instructions as the story is narrated with movement prompts.
Story comprehension: Acting out the story helps embed sequencing.

Personal, Social & Emotional Development
Self-regulation: Breathing and mindful moments help children calm themselves and manage emotions.
Confidence: Children express themselves through movement and storytelling.
Collaboration: Some poses can be done in pairs or groups encouraging teamwork.
Improved focus.

Creative Development / Expressive Arts
Imaginative play: Children embody animals, objects, or characters from the story.
Movement as expression: Yoga becomes a form of role-play and creative dance.

Understanding the World
Themes from the storybook: yoga can bring concepts to life.
Mindfulness of environment: Children notice sounds, sensations, and their surroundings through mindful activities.