The Teen Years Are Hard. They Don't Have to Be Overwhelming.
Anxiety, pressure to perform, social stress, and constant digital noise. Today's teenagers are carrying more than any generation before them.
What if your teen had a reliable toolkit to quiet the noise, reset when things feel like too much, and move through life with a sense of inner steadiness?
That's exactly what this 8-week program is designed to give them. Grounded in evidence-based mindfulness and yoga practices, it meets teens where they are, no prior experience needed, no perfection required. Just a safe, welcoming space to breathe, move, and belong.
Expected Outcomes
Here's what teens tell us changes:
Less Stress & Anxiety
Teens learn mindfulness-based techniques that can help to calm the nervous system. Tools they can use anywhere, anytime.
More Confidence and Self-Compassion
Moving through challenging poses builds a quiet, embodied confidence that spills into everyday life. Learning about self-compassion helps teens navigate strong emotions.
Better Focus
Mindfulness practices sharpen attention and help teens manage distractions, at school and at home.
A Sense of Belonging
A small, supportive cohort where teens feel seen, accepted, and encouraged — no judgment, no competition.
What Your Teen Will Experience Each Week
A carefully sequenced 8-week journey — no two sessions the same.
Week 1–2
Foundation & Breath
Introduction to yoga basics, mindfulness, self-compassion, and foundational breathing techniques that calm the mind and body.
Week 3–4
Strength & Steadiness
Building physical and emotional resilience through grounding poses and mindfulness-based strategies. Connecting movement with present-moment awareness. Students will also learn strategies that can help them respond, not react, to stress.
Week 5–6
Self-Compassion & Mindful Awareness
Learning about the components of self-compassion and how it benefits health and well-being. Understanding thoughts and emotions and learning tools to manage them when they feel overwhelming. Looking at the difference between self-esteem versus self-compassion, and exploring the cost of social comparison.
Week 7–8
Gratitude, Integration & Daily Practice
Learning about the power of a gratitude practice for overall well-being. Throughout the 8 weeks, we'll be building a personal toolkit of go-to practices teens can use independently for the rest of their lives.
FormatWeekly 75-minute in-person sessions
Wednesdays from 4:45-6:00pm
AgesOpen to students in grades 8th - 12th
Group SizeSmall cohort — limited spots available
StartsWednesdays starting October 14 and ending December 9th 2026
(week of Thanksgiving off).
Classes located at Pine and Prism in downtown Bend.
Price$240.00 Cost includes: 8 weekly 75 minutes sessions, a printed booklet of the tools and strategies learned in class, and a River of Joy Yoga shirt.
Evidence-Based Practices
Every technique in this program is rooted in research, from mindful breathing to body scan relaxation, these are tools that can help to reduce stress and improve emotional regulation.
Teen-Centered Design
This isn't adult yoga with younger students. The curriculum is built specifically for the teenage experience — their stressors, their language, their pace. Not only will teens learn practical skills, they'll also have fun connecting with peers in a welcoming space.
Skills That Last a Lifetime
The goal isn't just 8 good weeks. Teens leave with a personal mindfulness toolkit they can draw on through high school, college, and beyond.
Is This Program Right for My Teen?
This program is a wonderful fit for teens who:
Are dealing with stress or anxiety — from school pressure, social dynamics, or just the weight of growing up.
Feel disconnected from their body — spending most of their time in their head (or on screens) and craving something grounding and physical.
Want to feel more in control — of their emotions, their reactions, and their inner world.
Have never tried yoga before — or tried it and didn't love it in an adult class setting. This is different.
No flexibility required. No prior experience needed. Just an open mind and a willingness to show up.
Questions Parents Ask
My teen is skeptical about yoga. Will they actually engage?
This program is designed specifically for teens, not adapted from adult classes. The language, pace, and activities are all built around what actually resonates with young people.
What if my teen misses a session?
Life happens. We ask that teens attend at least 6 of the 8 sessions to get the full benefit of the program's progression. If a session is missed, we'll provide a brief summary and a short home practice to help them stay connected to the material.
Does my teen need to be flexible or athletic?
Absolutely not. Yoga is not about flexibility — it's about awareness, breath, and presence. Every pose is offered with modifications, and students are always encouraged to honor their body's limits. We welcome teens of all fitness levels, body types, and backgrounds.
How much time does this require each week?
Just one 75-minute in-person session per week. We also offer optional 5–10 minute daily practices for teens who want to deepen their experience between sessions, but these are never required.
Is this a substitute for therapy or mental health treatment?
No — and we're transparent about that. This program is a wellness and skill-building experience, not clinical therapy. Families may choose to use it alongside other support. If your teen is working with a therapist, the mindfulness tools taught here often complement that work beautifully.
Enrollment Is Open
Spots Are Limited
Give your teen the tools to navigate stress, build confidence, and feel genuinely good in their own skin.
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Questions?? Email Beth at riverofjoyyoga@gmail.com
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