Bring the kids! Plan a family yoga-cation at Kripalu

Courtesy of Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health

The family that Om's together, sticks together!

At Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health, wellness is not just for mom and dad.

This summer, the renowned wellness organization and retreat offers a kids programming line-up for young yogis of varied interests and downtime styles.

Set on three hundred lush acres of woodlands, hills, valleys and a peaceful lake in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, the destination is well worth considering for a bit of family bonding, rest and rejuvenation.

Here’s the kid-friendly summer programming low-down…

June 5-7, 2015. “Mothers, Daughters, and the Heroic Journey” (Tuition, $195)

Girls ages 9-12 will explore the tween and teen years and gain a sense of what this coming-of-age was like for their moms. The weekend workshop makes use of theater games, visual arts, writing and sharing exercises.

June 28 – July 3, 2015 “Circus Yoga Community Retreat: The Human Art of Play” (Tuition, $185)

Anyone ages 7 and up will enjoy this blend of yoga and circus arts, now in its 15^th year here. Learn flying partner yoga, how to juggle, use spinning plates, balance on a tightwire and more. A truly multigenerational experience.

July 3-5, 2015 “YogArts for Kids” (Tuition, $205)

If your 5-12 year old loves nature art projects, this program is a breath of fresh air.  Kids will learn yoga, go for walks in the woods, and get crafty with discoveries they make along the way!

August 14-16, 2015 “Deep Play for Kids” (Tuition, $200)

Kids ages 6-12 will dive in to their playful and mindful nature. They will embark on a challenging obstacle course that requires brainstorming with others to navigate, journal about their experience, hike, and practice yoga movements, breathing exercises and relaxation techniques.