Ramadan Kareem to our beautiful community.
Ramadan is a sacred time of giving — and also of gently receiving. Receiving patience. Receiving calm. Receiving moments of stillness with ourselves. It is a month of simply being — being present in our homes, in our prayers, in our feelings, and in our growing hearts.
For children, Ramadan is especially magical. Many begin fasting at a young age, guided lovingly by their families — learning step by step what it means to prepare for Suhoor, to move through the day, and to break their fast together at Iftar. It is a journey built slowly, with care and celebration.
This story is about how Yoga can softly support that journey.
Through simple breathing exercises and mindful stretches, children can begin their mornings with gentle energy, lift themselves during low moments in the afternoon, and center their hearts before opening their fast. During Ramadan, children discover new superpowers — tolerance, kindness, patience, and calm — and Yoga helps them feel these qualities from within.
A Little Introduction 💛
Hi, I’m Brinda Hora — Founder, Author, and the Heart & Soul behind Happy Feet Yogi.
Happy Feet Yogi was created to support children (and families) in building emotional awareness, calm confidence, and gratitude — especially during meaningful times like Ramadan. Through playful Yoga and breathing practices, we help children pause, reflect on how they feel, and nurture love and care for themselves and others.
Zayan’s First Day of Ramadan 🌟
Let’s meet our character for today — Zayan. Graceful, gentle, and full of curiosity.
It was the first day of Ramadan. Zayan woke up feeling excited. He knew this was the month of extra kindness, sharing, and special family time. But he also felt a little sleepy — waking up early for Suhoor can do that!
As he sat quietly, he heard a soft whisper within:
“Let’s wake up the body.”
He unrolled his mat.
1) Yogi Breath
Zayan sat comfortably, placing one palm on his belly and one on his chest. He breathed slowly, noticing how he felt. No changing, no forcing — just observing. This is how we begin: by listening.
2) Extended Child’s Pose
He stretched forward, arms long on the mat, knees wide, hips resting back on his heels. A beautiful stretch to open the body, breath, and mind.
3) Cat & Cow Stretches
Coming onto all fours, he inhaled, lifting his chest toward the sky. Exhaling, he rounded his back, chin to chest. Slow. Gentle. Flowing with his breath.
After a few rounds, he rested again in Extended Child’s Pose — feeling awake and ready.
Afternoon Energy Dip
As the sun rose higher, Zayan’s energy dipped. Fasting can feel like that sometimes.
Again, that inner whisper returned: “Let’s stand tall like a tree.”
4) Tree Pose
Balancing on one leg, steady and focused. Even if he wobbled, he smiled. Balance isn’t about being perfect — it’s about trying again. Rooted like a tree, calm and strong.
And then, to gently lift his energy he opted for an energizing breath.
5) Sunshine Breath
Standing tall in a shaded space, he opened his arms wide like a shining star.
Inhale — stretch big and bright.
Exhale — wrap his arms around himself in a warm hug.
With each breath, he felt stronger. Calmer. Collected.
Before Iftar 🌙
As evening approached, Zayan wanted to feel light and peaceful before breaking his fast.
He sat quietly and practiced another gentle breath –
6) Bee Breath
Gently closing his eyes and ears, he started softly humming.
I always say in my classes:
When your eyes are open, you look around.
When your eyes are closed, you look within.
The humming vibration soothed his nervous system, aligning his mind, body, and spirit. In that quiet moment, Zayan felt grateful — for his strength, his family, and the gift of Ramadan.
The Gentle Takeaway 💛
Ramadan teaches children so much about themselves.
Through fasting, they discover patience.
Through togetherness, they discover love.
Through reflection, they discover inner strength.
Adding just five minutes of mindful movement and breath can:
• Lift low energy
• Calm big emotions
• Build gratitude
• Strengthen focus
• Create emotional awareness
This short series can be practiced throughout the day — in the morning, during an afternoon pause, or before Iftar — or all at once as a complete five-minute reset. It may be simple, but it gently nourishes the body, mind, and heart.
Ramadan is not only about refraining — it is about reconnecting.
And sometimes, all it takes is one breath… one stretch… one quiet moment… to feel the magic within 💛
Practice Along With Us 🧘🏼
As a guidance, we have recorded a gentle Ramadan Yoga flow on my Instagram channel that walks you through this exact series — Yogi Breath, Extended Child’s Pose, Cat & Cow Stretches, Tree Pose, Sunshine Breath and Bee Breath.
You can practice alongside your child, or use it as a quiet five-minute reset for yourself. Because Ramadan reflection is for every heart — little and grown.
Press play, roll out your mat, and let’s breathe, stretch, and glow together.
Happy Feet. Happy Hearts. ❤️
Namaste 🙏🏻