Product Details

• Format: Color, NTSC
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Number of tapes: 1
• Studio: Artistic Video
• VHS Release Date: October 15, 1996
• Run Time: 75 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (40 customer reviews)
• ASIN: 6304270224
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #542,784 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

Young bodies will thoroughly enjoy toning their inner and outer selves during this half-hour of easy, playful exercise. Designed for ages 3 to 10, YogaKids introduces children to the ancient art of yoga in a very modern fashion. Instructor Marsha Wenig teams with a group of youngsters who confidently demonstrate each pose against a backdrop of eye-popping foliage and quiet, inviting beaches. As the children repeat each of the 20 poses--everything from the butterfly pose to the volcano pose--Wenig gently explains the strength derived from each exercise. Since yoga does not require quick feet or strong arms, young viewers of all skill levels will be able to accomplish the majority of these poses on their first try. Lessons in belly breathing, relaxation, and balance are given equal time with the benefits of stretching and strengthening. Finally, a few nicely placed words about self-respect and respecting others make this video a well-rounded choice for any family's fitness collection. --Liane Thomas

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars My preschool class loves this video!, July 6, 2000

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This review is from: Yogakids [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I'm a preschool teacher and have viewed this tape many times. I love it and so do my students!I never put on videos in my class but this one is an exception. The songs are catchy and singable. They do a good job with explaining the poses on a preschool level. "Stretch out your dog paws" "Shake like Jello" They also include positive messages for kids. "You are as strong as a tree" "Smile!" (I'm not sure the exact words but it's close) I've incorpated many of the yoga poses into my circle times and transition times. It really helps refocus the group. I've come on line to purchase this wonderful video for all my preschool aged nephews and neices! I highly reccomend it!

26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Gentle Introduction to Yoga for young children, June 19, 2000

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Elizabeth Hendry (New Jersey USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Yogakids [VHS] (VHS Tape)

My four year old daughter loves this video. She has always been fascinated by yoga because she sees me doing it and until I saw this video I had no means to help her do it. This video is fantastic for many reasons. First, it's got lots of kids doing the poses, so that kids can really relate to them. Second, the poses are pretty simple (although some are a little more challenging). Third, the video also focuses on love and respect of nature. Finally, there are some great little songs on the video. All in all, my daughter has a great time with this video and she is so happy that she has her own yoga practice. It's great that now if she has a little leg cramp, I can tell her to do downward dog and she knows what I am talking about. She is very proud to be a "Yoga Kid" and I think most other children would be as well.

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The BEST video for any toddler to watch!, June 17, 2002

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Julie A. Hager (Germany) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Yogakids [VHS] (VHS Tape)

Reading throught the reviews I was surprised that some people didn't like this video! I love it and my 2 year old daughter LOVES it. I catch her outside doing different yoga posses in her sandbox! After performing yoga poses (purely her idea!) for the whole family now, we call her yoga meister. ANYWAYS,:) I love this video because I feel good about her watching it. She is interacting with the video and moving about, not just sitting there watching TV. It has cute songs- and so soothing. The setting is also calming and beautiful. I think the video sends a calm-happy-loving message through its songs and setting. It is recommended for 3 years up- but both my daughter and her cousin love it and they are 2. It isn't [pricey], worth every cent.