Family Yoga Canberra — Mindful Movement for the Whole Family | Scullin Change Yoga & Wellness

Description

Why Family Yoga?

Family Yoga isn’t just about poses — it’s about connection. In a world that pulls families in every direction, this is your time to slow down, get playful, and feel what it’s like to truly be together on the mat.

Grounded in nervous system science, each session is designed to help your family nervous systems co-regulate — meaning you and your children learn to calm, connect, and feel safe together through shared breath and movement. It’s one of the most powerful tools for building emotional resilience in little (and big) people.

What Your Family Will Experience

• Playful partner yoga and creative movement games
• Age-appropriate breathing techniques your kids can take home and use anytime
• Co-regulation practices that strengthen the parent–child bond
• Themed activities that reflect the season and your family’s energy
• Partner massage using natural, family-safe products
• A shared relaxation to close — the part families love most

Class Details

Location: Change Yoga and Wellness Studio, Scullin, Canberra

Instructor: Rachel Whytcross — yoga teacher, mindful parenting educator, and mum of two.

Baby & Toddler Classes (0–4 years): 30-minute sessions that introduce age-appropriate yoga, breathwork, and mindfulness through play and sensory exploration. This class is also open to neurodivergent children and their families who require a slower, quieter pace class.

All Ages Classes (3–12+ years): 60-minute sessions with creative movement, partner work, breathing games, and guided relaxation. Siblings of all ages are always welcome.

Good to Know

• Please purchase a ticket for each family member attending
• Adults must participate alongside their children — this is a together experience!
• Babies and infants under 18 months don’t need a mat hire but do need a ticket
• Bring a yoga mat per person, a water bottle, and comfortable clothes in which you can move freely
• Additional fees apply for participants without a pre-purchased ticket

On The Joyful Parenting Project?

Canberra families enrolled in The Joyful Parenting Project receive a complimentary Family Yoga session as part of their program. It’s a beautiful way to bring the tools you’ve been building into a shared, embodied experience — for you, your baby, and your older child, all moving and breathing as one.

Not on JPP yet? Find out more here: https://shineom.com.au/the-joyful-parenting-project/

You can learn more about Family Yoga here: https://shineom.com.au/family-yoga

Terms & Conditions

Health & Safety: For the well-being of all participants, please do not attend if any family member is unwell or experiencing symptoms of illness (including respiratory infections, gastro, or anything contagious). Contact Shine Om as early as possible at info@shineom.com.au if you need to cancel for health reasons — a transfer to the next available Family Yoga class will be offered.

Cancellations & Transfers: Transfers to another Family Yoga class are available with a minimum of 24 hours’ written notice via email to info@shineom.com.au. You are responsible for nominating your preferred alternative date. Missed classes or cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice are non-refundable.

Minimum Numbers: Classes require a minimum of three children, and their families must be registered to proceed. If this minimum is not met within 24 hours of the scheduled start time, Shine Om will notify you by email and offer a transfer to the next available class.

Supervision & Participation: Adults are required to actively participate in the class alongside their children. Shine Om Family Yoga is a shared experience — not a drop-off activity. Each participant must have a valid ticket. Additional fees apply for attendees without a pre-purchased ticket on the day.