Pose & Play™ Squishmallow Yoga Retreat for Kids in Minnesota
Looking for a fun and cozy non-school day camp for your child in Minnesota?
Pose & Play™ Squishmallow Yoga is a playful kids yoga and mindfulness retreat where children stretch, relax, and recharge with their favorite cuddly Squishmallow friends.
This imaginative retreat combines yoga, relaxation, creativity, and mindfulness to create a joyful and calming experience designed especially for kids.
Led by licensed teacher and mindfulness educator Tara Willits, this boutique-style retreat helps children move their bodies, practice mindfulness, and enjoy a cozy day of creativity and connection.
Pose & Play™ Squishmallow Yoga retreats are offered throughout the Twin Cities area of Minnesota, including:
• White Bear Lake, Minnesota
• Roseville, Minnesota
• Mounds View, Minnesota
• Ham Lake, Minnesota
What Happens at Squishmallow Yoga?
Non-School day fun!Squishmallow Yoga turns mindfulness and movement into a cozy and imaginative adventure.
Children participate in playful activities designed to help them relax, move, and express creativity.
The retreat may include:
✔ Gentle kids yoga and playful movement games
✔ Cozy relaxation moments with Squishmallow friends
✔ Creative themed crafts and projects
✔ Mindfulness tools for calming big emotions
✔ Breathing exercises and guided relaxation
Kids leave feeling calm, happy, and proud of their creations.
Perfect for Kids Who…
Pose & Play™ Squishmallow Yoga retreats are especially wonderful for children who:
✔ love Squishmallows and cozy imaginative play
✔ enjoy yoga, movement, and relaxation
✔ like crafts and creative activities
✔ benefit from calming tools and mindfulness
✔ thrive in warm and supportive environments
Parents often share that their children leave feeling relaxed, confident, and excited to return.
Why Kids Love Squishmallow Yoga
Children naturally respond to comfort, creativity, and playful imagination.
Squishmallow Yoga creates a cozy environment where kids can:
• move their bodies in a fun way
• practice mindfulness and relaxation
• express creativity through crafts
• build confidence and friendships
• learn calming tools for everyday life
This playful approach helps children develop important emotional and social skills while having fun.
Small Boutique Camp Experience
Pose & Play™ retreats are intentionally designed to be small and supportive.
Smaller group sizes allow each child to feel comfortable, included, and encouraged throughout the experience.
This cozy retreat environment helps children feel safe, connected, and confident.
Spots are limited and early registration is recommended.
Locations Across the Twin Cities
Pose & Play™ Squishmallow Yoga retreats are hosted at welcoming community locations throughout the Twin Cities area, including:
• White Bear Lake, Minnesota
• Roseville, Minnesota
• Mounds View, Minnesota
• Ham Lake, Minnesota
Families from across the Twin Cities and nearby communities including Blaine, Anoka, and Shoreview often attend these retreats.
Exact retreat locations and schedules are listed when registration opens.
Meet Your Instructor
Pose & Play™ Squishmallow Yoga retreats are created and led by licensed teacher and mindfulness educator Tara Willits, founder of The Mindfulness Movement™.
Tara brings years of experience teaching yoga, mindfulness, and social emotional learning to children in schools and community programs across Minnesota.
Her programs combine movement, creativity, and evidence-based mindfulness tools to help children build confidence, emotional awareness, and resilience.
Join the Early Access List for Upcoming Squishmallow Yoga Retreats
New Pose & Play™ Squishmallow Yoga retreats are added throughout the year across the Twin Cities including White Bear Lake, Roseville, Mounds View, and Ham Lake.
Families on the Early Access List receive:
✔ First access to newly released camps
✔ Early enrollment opportunities
✔ Announcements when new locations open
✔ Updates about new retreat themes
Join the list below to be among the first families to hear when Squishmallow Yoga retreats open for registration.
Early list families are often the first to hear when new camps open and spots become available.
We look forward to welcoming your child to a future Pose & Play™ retreat!
Explore More Pose & Play™ Retreats
If your child loves imaginative yoga adventures, explore our other Pose & Play™ retreats:
🐶 Puppy Yoga Retreat
🫖 Teddy Bear Tea Party Yoga Retreat
See all experiences on our Pose & Play™ Kids Yoga Retreats Page.
Reserve Your Child’s Spot — Retreats Fill Quickly
Pose & Play™ Squishmallow Yoga retreats are intentionally designed with small group sizes, and spots often fill quickly.
If you see an upcoming retreat available near you, we encourage early registration.
We look forward to welcoming your child to a cozy and joyful Squishmallow Yoga retreat.
“My daughter loves all of your camps, she said there's one next week she wants to do too, I asked oh, what's this one? "I don't know, I don't care, I just love all of Tara's classes" So, thank you for continuing to offer them!!”
— Caela Scharber
