Child Mindfulness & Meditation Program
Helping Children Find Peace From the Inside Out
✦ About This Program
Ikon Kids’ Child Mindfulness & Meditation Program teaches children ages 5–14 practical mindfulness techniques — breathing, body awareness, present-moment focus, and Christian contemplative prayer — to reduce stress, improve attention, and build emotional resilience. No experience required; all activities are fun, age-appropriate, and faith-affirming.
Program Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Ages | 5–14 |
| Duration | 6 weeks (ongoing available) |
| Format | Group sessions (30–45 min) |
| Outcome | Reduced stress/anxiety, improved attention, emotional regulation, inner peace |
| Cost | Sliding scale / scholarships available |
How to Enroll — Step by Step
Contact Ikon Kids via our website or phone. Our intake coordinator will guide your next steps.
Brief intake to understand your family’s needs and confirm program fit.
Complete simple registration and receive your welcome packet and schedule.
Show up and meet the team. First sessions are always orientation-friendly.
Attend regularly and track progress. Support continues as long as your family needs it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Christian mindfulness the same as secular mindfulness?
Christian mindfulness is grounded in Biblical contemplative practices — stillness before God (Psalm 46:10), breath prayer, lectio divina for children, and body awareness as stewardship of God’s temple. It intentionally differs from Buddhist-rooted mindfulness practices.
Can mindfulness replace anxiety medication?
Mindfulness is an evidence-based intervention that can significantly reduce anxiety symptoms and may reduce or eliminate the need for medication in some cases. Always consult your child’s physician before adjusting medications.
How do I know if my child is “doing it right”?
There is no wrong way to be mindful. Mindfulness for children is playful, exploratory, and process-focused. Even a 5-year-old quietly noticing their breathing is practicing mindfulness successfully.
What if my child has trouble sitting still?
Many mindfulness activities for children are movement-based — mindful walking, body scans, yoga-inspired stretching, and expressive movement. The program is designed for active, wiggly children.
Are parents involved?
Yes. Parents receive a weekly “home practice” card with simple family mindfulness activities (5 minutes each) to reinforce session content.
Is this program appropriate for children with trauma?
Mindfulness-based interventions are trauma-sensitive when facilitated properly. Our facilitators are trained in trauma-informed delivery. For children with significant trauma, this program runs alongside (not instead of) trauma-specific therapy.
Join Us — Child Mindfulness & Meditation Program
Ikon Kids is here for your family. No barriers. All welcome.