(call our studio for more information ... we offer both private and group classes, depending on the child)
Yoga for the Special Child™ is a comprehensive program of yoga techniques designed to enhance the natural development of children with special needs. Our style of yoga is gentle and therapeutic -- safe for babies and children with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Microcephaly, Autism and other developmental disabilities. These methods also provide an effective treatment for children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder, ADHD and Learning Disabilities.
Our therapeutic program
includes:
- An integrated series of balanced yoga poses to
increase body awareness, strength and flexibility
- Specialized breathing exercises and relaxation
techniques to improve concentration and reduce hyperactivity
- An early intervention program to assure the healthy
formative development of infants and toddlers
Our first
step is to
Evaluate the child to determine which program is appropriate
and to tailor the exercises and teaching methods to suit the level
and needs of the child.
In order to begin yoga therapy, Bridge to Learning first conducts
a personal evaluation of the child and an interview with the parents.
A questionnaire and
medical information must be completed prior to the evaluation
meeting. Upon assessment, and in conjunction with your physician,
a yoga program will be designed to meet the needs and development
of the child.
Bridge to Learning encourages at least one parent to enroll in
an adult yoga class. A crucial component to the success of
the Yoga for the Special Child program is its educational component.
Parents will be taught specific yoga routine exercises to do in
the home.
In general, the younger
the child, the greater the restorative effects of yoga. Have trust
in your child's capacity for growth and improvement.
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44110 Ashburn Shopping Plaza • Ashburn, VA. 20147
(703) 726-0077 • yoga@bridgetolearning.net