Lesson 2: The Warrior Series
Duration of Days: 1
Lesson Objective
Students will execute Warrior I, II, and III with proper knee-over-ankle alignment to prevent injury.
What are some major skills a person may need to work on as they improve in yoga?
core engagement
isometric
Standard 1: Demonstrates activity-specific movement skills in health-related fitness (Functional strength).
Standard 2: Applies knowledge of tactics and strategies (Joint safety/Proper form)
DOK 2: What is the relationship between your core engagement and your ability to balance in Warrior III?
DOK 3: Based on your experience, how might the physical "sturdiness" of a Warrior pose help your mental confidence?
Yoga is a "toolbox" for life. High schoolers face intense stressors like exams and social pressure. Yoga teaches self-regulation (Standard 4). The ability to stay calm during a difficult balancing pose translates directly to staying calm during a difficult test or conflict. It promotes a "growth mindset" by focusing on personal progress rather than external competition.
Yoga is weird.
Using a variety of challenge levels.
Students can choose their own level of challenge.
Using blocks and straps to assist in certain poses.
Students will be able to identify specific poses.
Students can explain the importance of a properly engaged core during yoga.
yoga mats, yoga music, visuals/posters