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Welcome to Hawks at Home: Yoga & Youth Mental Wellness, where movement meets wellness and young people build the tools to thrive.
Did you know that kids who understand their emotions and learn healthy ways to cope are often better prepared to handle challenges, build strong friendships, and succeed both in school and in life? Emotional wellness is just as important as physical health and learning those skills early can make a lifelong difference.
This interactive virtual module was created for youth ages 10–17 to help them grow stronger inside and out. Through energizing yoga flows, calming breathing exercises, and creative journaling prompts, participants will explore ways to manage stress, express emotions, and build confidence in a fun and engaging way. Perfect for schools, after-school programs, youth organizations, and families, this program offers easy, affordable activities that spark self-reflection, encourage honest conversations, and promote healthy habits for the mind and body.
Get ready to stretch, breathe, reflect, and discover your power.
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Yoga and youth mental wellness resources
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Discovering Yoga with Hawks Legend, Joe Johnson
- Description: Hawks Legend and ISOYoga owner Joe Johnson shares how yoga became a key part of his NBA career and life journey
- Resource: Workbook pages 1-2 “Discovering Yoga” & “Yoga with Joe Johnson”
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Yoga and Mindful Breathing with Coach Bless
- Description: Join Coach Step Bless for a youth-friendly yoga session focused on movement and mindful breathing. This flow helps build strength, flexibility, and focus while teaching simple breathing techniques that can be used to manage stress anytime.
- Resource: Workbook pages 5-6 “Movement & Breathwork”
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Yoga with Coach Narcis
- Description: Coach Narcis leads a guided yoga flow designed to help youth improve balance, mobility, and body awareness. Through intentional movement and mindful breathing, participants will learn how to stay present, build confidence, and develop healthy wellness habits.
- Resource: Workbook pages 11-12 “Movement & Expression”
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What is Journaling? With Dr. Kensa Gunter
- Description: Dr. Kensa Gunter, NBA Director of Mental Health & Wellness, introduces journaling as a powerful tool for self-reflection and emotional expression. Youth will learn simple ways to process their thoughts, understand their feelings, and build healthy habits through writing.
- Resource: Workbook pages 17-18 “Guided Journaling”
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Managing Stress, A Group Discussion
- Description: Join Coach Step, Narcis, and Dr. Gunter for an open and honest conversation about managing stress. This discussion provides practical strategies, encourages healthy habits, and helps normalize conversations around mental wellness for youth.
- Resource: Workbook pages 23-24 “Managing Stress”