This drop in class is inclusive to all children and all abilities, with a focus on 6-13 year olds who have developmental/intellectual disability and/or are on the autism spectrum. Students will learn breathing/mindfulness practices each session and will engage in both mat and aerial yoga. With receipt, families are able to submit for reimbursement through ARC/ALG/etc.
-Children will learn yogic breathing exercises & coping/self-regulation skills.
-There is a focus on social-emotional learning through yoga concepts/activities.
-Enhance concentration, strength, flexibility, & heightened body awareness in a creative and fun new way.
-Send fresh oxygenated blood to the brain for mental clarity, alertness, and focus.
Aerial yoga may have the potential to help your child build social/emotional skills, increase participation in groups, build successful relationships, and increase body awareness. For kids with sensory processing differences, aerial yoga may also have a soothing/calming effect and increase your child’s capacity for self-regulation.