Gentle Beginnings for Growing Minds & Bodies
Mindful Movement Littles™ is a playful yoga and mindfulness program created especially for toddlers and preschoolers ages 2–5. Through imagination, music, movement, and calming activities, young children begin building confidence, emotional awareness, and body regulation skills in a safe and supportive environment.
Serving families in New Brighton, Roseville, White Bear Lake, and surrounding Twin Cities communities.
Why Start Mindfulness Early?
Early childhood is when children first learn how to understand emotions, follow routines, and feel confident participating in group experiences. Mindful Movement Littles™ introduces foundational self-regulation skills through joyful movement and play, helping children feel successful while learning how to calm their bodies and focus their attention.
Families often join when children are:
learning to separate from caregivers
experiencing big emotions or transitions
building early social confidence
developing coordination and body awareness
benefiting from calm, structured activities
What Littles Experience
Each session is designed around age-appropriate learning and playful exploration:
✔ storytelling yoga adventures
✔ music and movement games
✔ breathing and calming activities
✔ sensory-friendly relaxation moments
✔ gentle social interaction
No prior experience is needed — curiosity and imagination are encouraged.
Skills Children Begin Developing
emotional expression and regulation
listening and following directions
balance and coordination
confidence in group settings
early mindfulness awareness
Programs are designed by licensed teacher Tara Willits using trauma-informed, child-centered teaching practices.
A Gentle First Class Experience
Mindful Movement Littles™ is often a child’s first structured activity outside preschool or daycare. Classes move at a developmentally appropriate pace so children feel comfortable while caregivers feel confident and supported.
(Some sessions may include caregiver participation depending on age group.)
How Littles Grow With Us
Many families begin with Mindful Movement Littles™ and continue through our age-progression programs:
Mindful Movement Littles™ (Ages 2–5)
Mindful Movement Kids™ (Elementary)
Mindful Movement Collective™ (Middle School)
This pathway allows children to build emotional wellness skills year after year.
Program Formats
Littles programs may be offered as:
weekly studio sessions at the New Brighton Community Center
seasonal mini-sessions
family workshops
special community events
