Lesson Plan
Mindful Movement Lesson Plan
Students will engage in guided mindful movement and meditation to enhance body awareness, regulate stress, and improve concentration, ending with reflective discussion on their experience.
High schoolers face academic and life stressors that can impact focus and well-being. This lesson teaches practical mindfulness tools through movement and meditation they can apply during finals and beyond.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Prepare Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Warm-Up
10 minutes
Step 2
Guided Movement Sequence
20 minutes
Step 3
Guided Meditation
15 minutes
Step 4
Reflection & Discussion
10 minutes
Step 5
Cool-Down & Closing
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Mindful Movement & Meditation
Lesson Objectives
Why Mindful Movement?
Diaphragmatic Breathing
Warm-Up Stretches
Cat–Cow Pose
Downward Dog
Sun Salutations
Reflection Prompts
Key Takeaways & Next Steps
Activity
