Itty Bitty Zen

Itty Bitty Zen Offering safe, non-judgmental and all-inclusive yoga services based on the philosophy and eight limbs of yoga.

Planting seeds through asana, breath work, meditation and a "come as you are" foundation to encourage all humankind to live yoga off their mats!

As we flow into this season of gratitude, let's take a moment to appreciate the beautiful journey our practice brings. E...
11/23/2023

As we flow into this season of gratitude, let's take a moment to appreciate the beautiful journey our practice brings. Each breath, each stretch, and every moment of stillness opens doors to self-discovery and inner peace. Let's carry this spirit of mindfulness and gratitude not only on the mat but into our daily lives. Wishing you all a Thanksgiving filled with joy, serenity, and the blissful harmony of mind, body, and spirit. Namaste! ๐Ÿ™โœจ

๐ŸŽƒโœจ Another enchanting Halloween yoga session The Yoga Barre - Lakewood Ranch for our wonderful community of little yogis...
10/31/2023

๐ŸŽƒโœจ Another enchanting Halloween yoga session The Yoga Barre - Lakewood Ranch for our wonderful community of little yogis! It's always a joy to share these special moments with you all! ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™‚๏ธ ๐Ÿฅฐ

๐ŸŒž๐ŸŒฟ Our friends at Gamble Creek Farms generously shared some fresh basil from their garden, letting our little ones experience the magic of the sun through their senses. After discovering the sun's incredible benefits, we celebrated with a special sun dance (sun salutations) to show our gratitude for its warmth, light, and vital vitamin D. This helps keep our bones strong, aids growth, and nourishes both us and our food. Our sun dance left us feeling strong, flexible, alert, and coordinated... and it's a treat for our hearts too! ๐Ÿ’ช๐ŸŒฟ

We embarked on a crucial mission, prepping with our special 'Witch Hat Breathing' exercise. With lungs brimming with energy, we were ready to guarantee every trick-or-treater a bag full of treats ๐Ÿฌ this Halloween!

๐ŸŽƒโœจ Embracing the Halloween spirit, our yoga mats transformed into magical broomsticks, whisking us around the room in preparation for our enchanting witch's brew: 1 eagle skull, 2 eyeballs, 3 bugs, 4 lizards, 5 oak tree limbs, 6 butterfly wings, 7 owl feathers, and 8 turtle shells went into our cauldron!

Double, double toil and trouble; ๐Ÿ”ฅfire burn, and cauldron bubble ๐Ÿซง. Our magic potion ๐Ÿงชwas complete which ensured that every Halloween yogi received nothing but treats this Halloween season! ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿญ ๐Ÿง™โ€โ™€๏ธ

We had a blast playing "Pass the Pumpkin," ๐ŸŽƒ showcasing our yoga pose prowess, and discovering that WE CAN DO ANYTHING!! ๐Ÿ™Œ

Our special savasana? It happened in the pumpkin patch, taking 13 magical breaths and tenderly rocking our lovies to sleep.

As our time grew shorter, we gathered for a delightful rock painting activity, where our little yogiโ€™s creativity came to life just like the spirit of Halloween! ๐ŸŽจ๐ŸŒŸ

๐Ÿ™๐Ÿป I am so grateful for those who joined us this year and for the help and assistance of my yogi butterfly, Marsha Sue. Also, a shout-out to Joey Rettler for your assistance and kindness in getting everyone checked in!

I hope our magical potion worked and everyone has a safe and โ€œspookyโ€ Halloweenโ€ฆ full of TREATS!!! ๐Ÿงก๐Ÿ–ค

๐ŸŒŸ Grateful for a Magical Afternoon at The Learning Experience! ๐ŸŒŸA huge thank you ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿป to the wonderful team at The Learnin...
10/23/2023

๐ŸŒŸ Grateful for a Magical Afternoon at The Learning Experience! ๐ŸŒŸ

A huge thank you ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿป to the wonderful team at The Learning Experience (Lakewood Ranch) for inviting me to lead a Mommy-and-me yoga class last week! ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ’ž And a special thank you to Marsha Sue for your assistance in making this a beautiful experience and capturing the "magic"! ๐Ÿช„

We had an incredible time exploring partner poses, unleashing our inner animals ๐Ÿฆฉ, and soothing our little ones to "sleep". โ˜บ๏ธ๐Ÿ’ค

Afterward, our Mommies gathered for some well-deserved tea as I treated our little yogis to a special "B is for Breathe" storytime. ๐Ÿ“–โ˜•๏ธ

The love and energy in the room were truly heartwarming. Thank you all for embracing this journey of mindfulness and movement with such open hearts. ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ’–

Looking forward to more moments like these! Stay tuned for future adventures in yoga and mindfulness. ๐ŸŒˆ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™‚๏ธ

Come and join our complimentary yoga session for both Mommy and your little one, tailored for 3-5-year-olds. Remember to...
10/05/2023

Come and join our complimentary yoga session for both Mommy and your little one, tailored for 3-5-year-olds. Remember to bring your own mat. Following the class, enjoy a cozy storytime and tea for Mommy. ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿ‘ถโ˜• Don't miss out on this delightful experience! It's the perfect blend of relaxation, connection, and wellness for both of you! ๐Ÿ“šโœจ Hope to see you there!

Call The Learning Experience at 941-251-4046 to reserve your spot!

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๐ŸŒŸ DIVE INTO A WORLD OF COLOR & INNER GLOW! ๐ŸŒˆโœจ Join us for an extraordinary TEEN GLOW & FLOW yoga experience featuring:1๏ธ...
10/02/2023

๐ŸŒŸ DIVE INTO A WORLD OF COLOR & INNER GLOW! ๐ŸŒˆโœจ Join us for an extraordinary TEEN GLOW & FLOW yoga experience featuring:

1๏ธโƒฃ Body Paint Extravaganza: Let your creativity run wild! Express yourself with UV-reactive body paints that'll make you shine under black light. ๐ŸŽจโœจ Get ready to be a living canvas of art!

2๏ธโƒฃ Mandala Magic: Tap into your inner artist as we guide you through the intricate world of mandala creation. ๐ŸŒ€๐ŸŒผ Discover the therapeutic power of patterns and colors in this soothing, meditative activity.

3๏ธโƒฃ Glowing Rainbow Meditation: Close your eyes and embark on a luminous journey through the spectrum of colors. ๐ŸŒˆโœจ Let the soothing guidance lead you to a state of deep relaxation and self-discovery.

๐ŸŒŸ **PLUS** Elevate your glow game with Glow-in-the-Dark Accessories! โœจ๐Ÿ“ฟ Accessorize your experience with available necklaces and bracelets that will enhance your inner radiance.

๐Ÿ“… Save the date!
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Date: Saturday, November 11, 2023
๐Ÿ•’ Time: 7:30 - 9:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ Location: The Yoga Barre - Lakewood Ranch
๐ŸŽ‚ Ages 11-18
๐Ÿ’ณ Cost $40

๐ŸŒŸ **What to Bring:**
- Your adventurous spirit and an open heart ๐Ÿ’–
- Comfortable clothing you don't mind getting a little artsy! ๐ŸŽจ๐Ÿ‘š
- Optional: Your own glow-in-the-dark accessories for that extra touch of magic!

๐ŸŒŸ **Sign-Up Today in the MINDBODY APP

Spread the word and let's make this an evening of luminous memories! ๐ŸŒŸ๐ŸŽ‰

Limited spots available - reserve yours now!
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๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿ‘ป Calling all little ghouls and ghosts! ๐Ÿ‘ป๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™‚๏ธ Join us for a spooktacular Halloween Yoga Class designed just for ki...
09/26/2023

๐ŸŽƒ๐Ÿ‘ป Calling all little ghouls and ghosts! ๐Ÿ‘ป๐ŸŽƒ

๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™‚๏ธ Join us for a spooktacular Halloween Yoga Class designed just for kids ages 4-10! ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™‚๏ธ

๐Ÿ“… Date: Saturday, October 28, 2023
๐Ÿ•’ Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
๐Ÿ“ Location: , 4124 Lakewood Ranch Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34211

๐Ÿ‘ป Get ready for a frightfully fun and fitness-filled session, where we'll bend, stretch, and strike spooky poses that'll have your little ones giggling with delight! ๐Ÿคธโ€โ™€๏ธ๐ŸŽƒ

๐Ÿงก Costumes encouraged! Let's see witches, pumpkins, and skeletons strike a pose! ๐Ÿงก

๐ŸŽ Goodie bags for all participants!

Limited spots available, so RSVP today to secure your child's spot in this enchanting event! ๐Ÿง™โ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ”ฎ

Tag a fellow parent to spread the Halloween spirit! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ‘ป

๐Ÿฆ‹ Embracing Butterfly Pose for Kids! ๐Ÿฆ‹Introducing our little ones to yoga early on has incredible benefits! Butterfly Po...
09/15/2023

๐Ÿฆ‹ Embracing Butterfly Pose for Kids! ๐Ÿฆ‹

Introducing our little ones to yoga early on has incredible benefits! Butterfly Pose, or Baddha Konasana, encourages flexibility, strengthens the inner thighs, and promotes relaxation. ๐ŸŒฟโœจ

Here's why it's fantastic for kids:
1๏ธโƒฃ Flexibility Boost: Helps open up hips and stretches inner thighs.
2๏ธโƒฃ Calm & Focus: Encourages a serene mind and improves concentration.
3๏ธโƒฃ Body Awareness: Teaches kids about their bodies and how to move with intention.

Give it a try with your little yogis and watch them flutter into a world of strength and tranquility! ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ๐Ÿฆ‹

Partnering with The Learning Experience for a special yoga class next month! ๐Ÿง˜๐Ÿผโ€โ™€๏ธ Stay tuned for details!!             ...
09/14/2023

Partnering with The Learning Experience for a special yoga class next month! ๐Ÿง˜๐Ÿผโ€โ™€๏ธ Stay tuned for details!!

Why is it important to engage in yoga ๐Ÿง˜๐Ÿปโ€โ™€๏ธ practice with your child?Teaching yoga to our little ones offers a myriad of...
09/12/2023

Why is it important to engage in yoga ๐Ÿง˜๐Ÿปโ€โ™€๏ธ practice with your child?

Teaching yoga to our little ones offers a myriad of benefits. It not only aids in their physical and mental development but also profoundly influences their social and emotional growth. Additionally, from a young age, children tend to emulate our actions and responses.

By dedicating just 10-15 minutes a day to join them on the mat, you can establish the groundwork for mindfulness, controlled breathing, and fluid movement. These are invaluable skills that will continue to positively impact them well into their adult years.

Today marked the start of after-school yoga ๐Ÿง˜๐Ÿปโ€โ™€๏ธ at FORZA Child Development Center at the Parrish Schoolhouse. ๐ŸšŒToday, ...
09/12/2023

Today marked the start of after-school yoga ๐Ÿง˜๐Ÿปโ€โ™€๏ธ at FORZA Child Development Center at the Parrish Schoolhouse. ๐ŸšŒ

Today, 7 little yogis embarked on an imaginative journey to the Circus ๐ŸŽช, exploring lion's breath breathing ๐Ÿฆ, tightrope walking ๐Ÿชข, and even partner-assisted tent building ๐Ÿ‘ซ!

We transformed into circus elephants ๐Ÿ˜ and playful seals ๐Ÿฆญ, before engaging in some mindful coloring ๐Ÿ–๏ธ.

Finally, we ended with a calming Savasana, tenderly rocking our "lovies" to sleep ๐Ÿ’ค.

Diving into the world of preschool yoga is an enchanting journey of discovery and growth! Through gentle movements and imaginative play, these little yogis are building not only flexibility but also nurturing invaluable life skills like focus and mindfulness. It's a joy to witness their budding sense of balance and inner calm. ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿง˜โ€โ™€๏ธ

So excited to kick-off the after-school yoga ๐Ÿง˜๐Ÿผprogram at FORZA Child Development Center at the Parrish Schoolhouse! ๐ŸšŒTo...
09/11/2023

So excited to kick-off the after-school yoga ๐Ÿง˜๐Ÿผprogram at FORZA Child Development Center at the Parrish Schoolhouse! ๐ŸšŒ

Tomorrow at 3:30 p.m., ๐Ÿ•ž we start our adventure at the Circus ๐ŸŽ , where we will learn about Lion Breaths ๐Ÿฆ, how to walk the tightrope ๐Ÿชข, and work with a partner to make a fabulous "yoga" circus tent ๐ŸŽช.

Sleep well ๐Ÿ’ค, little yogis! Dream of yoga mats and savasana... tomorrow is going to be so much FUN! ๐Ÿคฉ
Namaste and Blessings,
Ms. Elsa

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