Yoga is generally accepted as an ancient tradition that incorporates postures, breathing techniques, meditation, and moral and ethical principles. Quantitative studies have found support for yoga programs improving mood , decreasing anger, depression, and fatigue , improving stress resilience, and reducing problematic physiological and cognitive patterns of response to stress.

At RSHS we have integrated "The Urban Yogis" into my physical education classes. Through their work, they are inspiring other young, at risk youth to choose alternative pathways towards positivity and peace