Rainbow Yoga for The Neurodiverse Adolescent - One on One
Class experience
Important Note: CEFR: all levels #superstar Safety First: Learner shall be cleared by his/her Physician to engage in the physical practice of Yoga. By registering Learner in this class, Guardian/Parent(s) acknowledge(s) they understand there are always risks in any physical program, assume(s) all risks, and waive(s) any rights to file any claim against the instructor in regards to Learner's participation in class. In all of my Yoga classes, proprioception and interoception will be...
In this mindful Yoga class, taught in the traditional, gentle-paced approach of synchronizing body/mind/breath, like fluid meditation, students will learn to become aware of how they are feeling, and select from a myriad of yogic techniques to manage stress and recover or maintain balance. This sense of wellbeing and being grounded, will serve as a platform from which Learners may then interact in a way that feels reassuring to them. They will also develop a wholesome body & mind discipline that is well known to support wellness and wellbeing at all levels. Each class will be unique, meeting the students' needs at the time, so Learner may re-enroll as many times as desired to learn even more poses, breathing techniques, and other yogic practices that promote this integrated wellbeing.
My professional background includes a B.A. in Psychology (summa cum laude), an M.A. in Liberal Studies (both from Rollins College, Winter Park, FL); I am a Yoga Educator certified through Yoga Alliance with their highest qualifications (Experienced 500 Hrs., Yoga Alliance Continued Education Provider, aka as YACEP, and a Lead Yoga Teacher Trainer); I am a college professor of Yoga, both as a humanities and P.E. course; continue to conduct Independent Studies since the early 1980; I am also certified by the International Association of Yoga Therapists as a registered Yoga Therapist. I worked ten years at the Maitland Counseling Center with Pre-K - HS children and adults. My teaching experience began in 2007, and I teach Yoga, Meditation and Humanities in College and at the studio.
Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
Informal, identifying/celebrating/reinforcing the successes.Grades Offered
Space: Learner will need a quiet space in the home, without sensorial (unless child needs it) and/or electronic interruptions. Materials: ideally, learner will have a non-slippery Yoga mat, a blanket (regular or weighted whichever one they prefer), a yoga strap, 2 yoga blocks, eye pillow (it could be any alternative acceptable to child like a small folded towel), and a cushion (or pillow) for his/her comfort. Water bottle: Learner will not need a water bottle, but it is encouraged that they be properly pre-hydrated. Clothing: Clothing (pants and a top) should be loose and comfortable. No shoes and no socks are required as Yoga is practiced barefoot for better freedom of movement and safety. Parents: Parents are encouraged to stay nearby in the background, monitoring the child's wellbeing, in case child needs parental support. No Pre-Stretching is required as class includes gradual warm-ups to the poses. Notebook & Pen: Optional, Learner may want to keep a journal of his/her class experiences.
Safety First: Learner shall be cleared by his/her Physician to engage in the physical practice of Yoga. By registering Learner in this class, Guardian/Parent(s) acknowledge(s) they understand there are always risks in any physical program, assume(s) all risks, and waive(s) any rights to file any claim against the instructor in regards to Learner's participation in class. Learner should practice on an empty stomach and be properly hydrated before the class.
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1) I teach subjects that have captivated my mind and heart for a lifetime: Mindful Yoga, rooted in its well-proven techniques (Mindfulness, Poses, Breathing Control Exercises, and Meditation); kid-friendly Art History classes; Linguistic...
1-on-1 Coaching
$35
per sessionMeets on demand
30 min
Completed by 18 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18