Creative Yogis: 95-Hour Children's Yoga Teacher Training with Karen Wightman

Syllabus

Module 1: 6 – 10 August 2026 (Thursday – Monday) ** 45 Contact Hours + 2 Non-Contact Hours via Reading Assignment **

Gentle Beginnings, Foundations & Family (Teaching Yoga & Mindfulness to ages 2-8 and Family Yoga)

Step into the playful, soulful world of early childhood. This joyful module invites you to reconnect with your inner child and discover how yoga and mindfulness can nurture young hearts, calm busy minds, and spark meaningful connection – at home, in classrooms, and beyond.

*Our Learning Journey:

Foundations for Flourishing

• Understand the science-backed benefits of yoga and mindfulness for early childhood
• Explore developmental stages, anatomy, and safety essentials for ages 2–8
• Learn how to structure classes with confidence and manage group dynamics with ease
• Translate yoga philosophy into child-friendly language and experiences

Movement, Music & Mindful Play

• Explore warm-ups, poses, partner work, and playful group sequences
• Introduce breath awareness and calming tools through games and storytelling
• Use music, chanting, and sensory-rich activities to inspire joy and focus
• Create imaginative movement experiences that support emotional regulation

Creativity, Connection & Family Flow

• Encourage self-expression through art, song, and imaginative play
• Facilitate family yoga sessions that bring generations together
• Learn relaxation techniques that help children feel safe, soothed, and seen

Teaching with Heart

• Practice teaching in a supportive, interactive environment
• Adapt your style to suit different settings, ages, and group needs
• Build inclusive, engaging classes with practical planning tools
• Explore the business of kids yoga – turn your passion into purpose

What’s Included

• Comprehensive training manuals, curated webinars & creative resources
• Access to a private teacher group for ongoing support, inspiration & connection
• This module is more than training – it’s a celebration of childhood, creativity, and connection.

Module 2: 12-16 August 2026 (Wednesday — Sunday) **45 Contact Hours / 3 Non-Contact Hours via Reading Assignment **

Blossoming Tweenies & Tuning into Teens (Teaching Yoga & Mindfulness to ages 9-12 and 13-18)

This transformative module meets tweens and teens where they are – emotionally, physically, and energetically. Through the lens of yoga as a modern wellness technology, you’ll learn how to support their mental health, emotional resilience, and self-expression in a world that often feels overwhelming.

Whether you’re teaching in schools, studios, or community spaces, this training gives you the tools to make yoga & mindfulness relevant, empowering, and real for young people today.

*Our Learning Journey:

Understanding the Tween & Teen Journey

• Tune into the emotional landscape of adolescence with compassion and clarity
• Explore developmental stages, identity shifts, and the neuroscience of the teen brain
• Learn how to build trust through authenticity, humour, and presence
• Understand the unique challenges and strengths of this age group

Foundations of Practice

• Ground your teaching in anatomy, philosophy, and purposeful class design
• Learn to sequence classes that are safe, inclusive, and emotionally attuned
• Explore yoga philosophy through a tween & teen-friendly lens – real, relatable, and relevant
• Navigate behaviour with sensitivity and confidence

Breath, Mindfulness & Energy

• Teach breathwork, meditation, and energetic awareness as tools for self-regulation
• Explore the chakra system, mudras, and mindfulness practices that support mental wellbeing
• Introduce yoga nidra, sleep support, and relaxation techniques for overstimulated minds
• Help tweens & teens find stillness, clarity, and calm in a noisy world

Movement, Creativity & Expression

• Make yoga engaging and expressive with movement, journaling, and themed explorations
• Guide sun and moon salutes, partner work, and group sequences
• Use games, challenges, and creative prompts to spark curiosity and connection
• Encourage self-expression through art, writing, and embodied storytelling

Sharing Your Light

• Step into your role as a mentor, guide, and changemaker
• Learn how to bring yoga into schools, studios, and youth spaces with confidence
• Explore the business of yoga & mindfulness for youth – turn your passion into purpose
• Stay connected with a global teacher group and access rich resources, manuals & webinars

This module is yoga in action – supporting positive mental health, emotional literacy, and embodied resilience for the next generation.

Requirements

Who can join?

If you’re passionate about supporting children, teens, and families through yoga and mindfulness—this training is for you.

Whether you’re a:

• Yoga teacher, trainee, or dedicated practitioner
• Educator, school staff, or early childhood professional
• Therapist, social worker, or mental health practitioner
• Parent, carer, or grandparent wanting to bring yoga into daily life

You’ll gain creative tools, confidence, and inspiration to share yoga in meaningful, age-appropriate ways.

No teaching experience? No problem. A regular yoga practice is recommended to help you feel grounded in the basics – but what matters most is your heart and your intention.

Mission Statement

We believe yoga is more than movement – it’s a wellness technology for life. This training is about growing a community of heart-led facilitators who are ready to share yoga & mindfulness in real, relevant, and inclusive ways.

We’re here to empower you with the tools, confidence, and creativity to teach from your own practice – with humility, joy, and purpose.

Faculty

Meet Your Trainer: Karen Wightman

Founder of Creative Yogis | International Trainer | Heart-Led Educator

Karen Wightman brings over two decades of global experience to the mat—blending yoga, mindfulness, and creative expression to empower children, teens, and families. As the founder and senior trainer of Creative Yogis, she’s known for her playful, inclusive approach and her ability to turn yoga into a wellness technology for real life.

Her journey began in Thailand in 1995, and she’s since taught, mentored, and trained across Australia, Asia, and Europe—collaborating with leading schools, studios, and wellness organisations. From coordinating youth programs in Bangkok to teaching with PURE Yoga in Hong Kong, Singapore, and Shanghai, Karen’s work is rooted in connection, creativity, and care.

With certifications in the Knoff and Ishta systems, and advanced training with pioneers like Zenergy Yoga and Teen Yoga Foundation, Karen brings depth, heart, and hands-on wisdom to every training.

Her mission?
To inspire a new wave of facilitators who teach with authenticity, emotional awareness, and joy – equipping young people with tools for resilience, self-regulation, and lifelong wellbeing.

Yoga Alliance Registrations
• Creative Yogis RCYS, E-RYT 500 hours-Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher
• Specialty RCYT-Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher
• YACEP-Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider

Meet Our International Guest Teachers

A powerhouse team of wisdom, warmth & lived experience: Together, this team brings depth, diversity, and heart to the training – ensuring every trainee feels supported, inspired, and ready to teach with authenticity and joy.

Lisa Fitzpatrick: Anatomy & Physiology Educator | Feminine Leadership Pioneer

Lisa brings over 30 years of experience as a registered physiotherapist and seasoned yoga teacher. A global educator in yoga anatomy since 2007, she trained in the Ishta system with Rachel Zinman and is known for her clear, empowering teaching style.

She’s also a published author, coach, and keynote speaker with a passion for women’s health. As the founder of Womankind, a feminine leadership program, Lisa blends science and soul to help trainees teach safely, confidently, and with deep respect for the body.

In this training, Lisa delivers the Anatomy & Physiology component—making complex concepts accessible, relevant, and inspiring for anyone working with children and teens.

Frankie Chan: Children’s Yoga Teacher | PURE Yoga Instructor | Mindful Mama

Frankie’s yoga journey began in 2003 and has taken her from ashrams in India to studios across Asia. Her studies span pre-natal yoga, SVASA, and advanced training with PURE Yoga’s Patrick Creelman. She completed her 95HR RCYT with Creative Yogis in 2016 and has been sharing yoga with heart ever since.

As a devoted mum of two, Frankie brings lived experience, warmth, and practical wisdom to her teaching. She supports trainees with real-world tips for engaging primary and high school students through an authentic blend of joy, structure and soulful connection.

Currently teaching at PURE Yoga, Frankie is known for her fun, encouraging classes that uplift students of all ages.

Chloe & Sinead: Teen Voices | Yoga-Inspired Changemakers

Chloe and Sinead are living proof of yoga’s impact on young lives. Karen met Chloe at age 8 and Sinead at 13—both grew up practicing yoga and mindfulness under her guidance. Their friendship blossomed during a partner yoga photo shoot, and their bond continues to shine.

Now young adults, they return to share their stories, insights, and inspiration in Module Two. Their presence offers trainees a rare glimpse into the teen experience – highlighting how yoga builds resilience, confidence, and connection across life stages.

Schedule

Module 1: Gentle Beginnings, Foundations & Family (Teaching Yoga & Mindfulness to ages 2-8 and Family Yoga)

6 – 10 August 2026 (Thursday – Monday)

9:00am – 6:00pm

** Free Complementary Class **

9 August 2026, 3 pm – 4 pm: JUNGLE ADVENTURE – Kids Yoga & Mindfulness Class (Aged 5 – 8)

As part of PURE Yoga’s vibrant Kids Yoga Teacher Training Program, this complimentary class is specially designed for children ages 5–8.

What’s in store:

• Animal-inspired yoga poses and playful movement
• Fun breathing games that build focus and calm
• Creative activities and deep relaxation to nourish every little heart

Research shows yoga and mindfulness help kids thrive – mentally, emotionally, and physically. And this class brings those benefits to life in the most imaginative way possible!

*11 August is a non-training day*

Module 2: Blossoming Tweenies & Tuning into Teens (Teaching Yoga & Mindfulness to ages 9-12 and 13-18)

12 – 16 August 2026 (Wednesday — Sunday)

9:00am – 6:00pm

** Free Complementary Class **

15 August, 3 pm – 4 pm: Tween & Teen Yoga & Mindfulness Class (Ages 10 – 15)

This complimentary class is part of PURE Yoga’s Yoga Alliance Approved 95HR Teacher Training – and it’s specially crafted to help tweens and teens take on life’s changes with strength, clarity and calm.

What’s inside the challenge:

• Flowing yoga sequences to build balance, strength & flexibility
• Breathwork & reflection to foster emotional regulation & clarity
• Creative practices to spark connection & confidence
• Deep relaxation to reset the nervous system & release stress

This is more than yoga – it’s a toolkit for thriving in a busy, unpredictable world. Whether your young person is stepping into a new school year or just looking for calm amidst the chaos, this session offers real self-care that lasts.

Tuition

Full Training

Early-Bird Discount: HK$13,800 (ends 5 June 2026)

Regular Price: HK$16,235

Module 1 OR Module 2

Early-Bird Discount: HK$7,750 (ends 5 June 2026)

Regular Price: HK$9,118

** Prices include certification, manuals and training materials. **

** To register for the free complementary class, please contact the PURE Studios receptionist or the Events team at events@pure-yoga.com.**