Summer Yoga for Kids

What Is Yoga?

The word “yoga” means “union”, which in this case is a joining of the physical and mental elements within each of us. The benefits of yoga reach across the lifespan. Yoga has been found to increase strength, flexibility and coordination. It has been documented to improve concentration and relieve stress. Yoga is suitable for children of all ages and physical abilities.

Yoga for Kids Classes

Yoga for Kids allows for the uniqueness of individuals in a non-competitive environment. We encourage children to be creative in a fun, energetic class. The class uses games and group interactions to teach traditional yoga poses that will build confidence, strength, and motor planning abilities.

Class size is limited to 6 students for ages 4-6 and to 10 students for ages 7-10. Children may attend both weeks of classes if desired.

Summer class schedule

Date	Ages	Days	Time
June 9, 10, 12	4-6	Mo/Tu/Th	9:00 - 10:00
	7-10	Mo/Tu/Th	10:15 - 11:15
June 16, 17, 19	4-6	Mo/Tu/Th	9:00 - 10:00
	7-10	Mo/Tu/Th	10:15 -11:15

Yoga Classes for Kids with Special Needs

Yoga is a fun exercise activity that is appropriate for all abilities, muscle tone and learning styles. Yoga is kinesthetic and tactile and immediately rewarding. Poses can be broken down into steps so that success can be achieved at many different levels. Yoga has been introduced to all areas of special needs including Cerebral Palsy, Down’s Syndrome, Sensory Integration Issues, Muscular Dystrophy, ADD and ADHD, Autism Spectrum and PDD.

Call for more information regarding individual classes for your child. A parent interview and screening by the therapist will allow for individualized class times with specific goals and needs to be addressed. A doctor’s referral/release is required before classes can be scheduled.

Yoga for Kids with Scoliosis

Adolescents with scoliosis can benefit tremendously from Yoga exercises. Yoga improves strength and flexibility and self confidence. It can improve postural awareness and is especially beneficial in improving core muscle strength and improving flexibility of the spine, pelvis and rib cage which are all involved in the curvature of the spine. Yoga can strengthen the body symmetrically and help with balance and awareness of postural alignment in everyday movement and activity. A home practice activity program specific to your child's curvature will be provided at the end of the session.

A doctor’s diagnosis and description is required to begin classes.

Group sessions (Private sessions may be scheduled individually.)

Date	Days	Time
June 10, 12	Tu/Th	11:30 - 12:30
June 17, 18	Tu/Th	11:30 - 12:30

About the Instructor

Debbie Collins, PT, PCS has been practicing pediatric physical therapy for 30 years, specializing in children with special needs. She has worked in public schools, early intervention, and private practice. She is co-owner of Pediatric Therapy Associates, Inc., which has served children for over 25 years. She is a Pediatric Certified Specialist through the American Physical Therapy Association and a certified yoga instructor through YOGAFIT.

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