Sample Week: Breath Awareness

This week, the children will embark on a journey to deepen their awareness of their breath and how they breathe. By learning this simple yet powerful technique, children can feel calmer, more focused, and more present. As they explore their own unique breathing patterns, they’ll begin to recognise something special—that their breath is as unique as they are!

For teachers and older students, here’s an inspiring fact: Stuart Sandeman, who is part of our School Breathe Online Team is a renowned breath coach for Nike and England’s football team, and DJ for BBC Radio 1, has created a brilliant series for the Decompression Sessions on BBC Sounds. It’s a blend of relaxing music designed to soothe the mind and body, all centred around the breath. We encourage you to take a moment, tune in, and experience the calming magic for yourself! In the breath exercise below, you will explore your amazing breathing system.  

Let's Breathe... 

Discover the Power of Breath:

• Embrace the Present Moment: Focusing on your breath gently brings you into the here and now, grounding your awareness in the present.

• Deepen Breath Awareness: By tuning into your breath, you’ll learn to recognise when to adjust its pace, helping you to cultivate a sense of calm and control.

• Reduce Stress and Anxiety: Slowing down your breath has a profound effect on your nervous system, naturally easing stress and anxiety.

• Support Healthy Nasal Breathing: Breathing through the nose not only calms the mind but also helps lower blood pressure, promoting overall well-being.

Habit Anchors (when to practise)

• Beginning of the day
• Before tests/exams
• After lunch to create a calm environment

Tweak the Technique

"Tweak the Technique" offers a dynamic twist to our weekly breath exercises, designed to captivate children's interest and maintain their engagement. Each week, this variation introduces a fresh approach or perspective to the fundamental breathing practices, building curiosity and creativity. Whether it's exploring unique breath patterns, refining nose breathing techniques, or experimenting with breath counting, "Tweak the Technique" encourages children to actively participate in their breathwork journey while discovering new dimensions of mindfulness and wellbeing.