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Gentle Desk-Chair Yoga - Inclusive Mindfulness for Wellbeing & Brain Break -1:1

Learner practices selected poses, mindful breathing & mini meditation creating body & mind harmony, releasing stress, tiredness, and replacing those with feeling soothed and relaxed, while developing self-regulation skills for wellbeing.
Pamela Ocana, M.A., E-RYT, N/A 12/10/24 -12/21/24
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What's included

Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed
30 mins
per session
Teacher support
Homework
1 hour per week. N/A, but Learner is encouraged to continue practicing on their own each week, to select and practice daily a favorite pose or a a breath exercise, developing self-awareness, physical/mental concentration, and building a discipline that will turn into a solid personal practice to help as needed in life.
Assessment
Informally, throughout the session, and then with a final review in an encouraging way to help Learner further develop that very important self-awareness.

Class Experience

Learner shall be cleared by his/her Physician to engage in the physical practice of Yoga.   
Class is inclusive; welcomes the neurodiverse learner.
Class is available in Spanish. 

In all of my Yoga classes, proprioception and interoception will be further explored and cultivated.  

This is a one-on-one adaptive yoga class for any young student needing to cultivate body & mind awareness, strength, or just a brain break from day's stressors.  

For the little ones, there will be a presentation including Pokemon figures practicing similar poses, so learner will have a myriad of ways of learning the pose, by hearing the demonstration, plus two types of visual aids, a human figure and a pokemon for added fun.

A sturdy chair is used as a prop for supporting a variety of poses.  Also known as Chair Yoga, it is an inclusive modality which may be practiced by all children, including children who:  may want to learn how to do Yoga right there from their desk/chair; need the extra support; just want to learn how to take great body/mind breaks between classes or homework time; or just because it is fun, accessible and can be learned and then practiced anywhere, from the classroom to a train, or from the park to an airplane.

Learner will be guided through a complete variety of Yoga poses that are invigorating & relaxing, breathing techniques, starting with the most cleansing, progressing into the most relaxing ones, gifting the child with a sense of relief, oxygenating the body & refreshing the mind, and then relaxing deeper to harmonize all the layers of their being, especially the nervous system.    Depending on the Learner, class may be held entirely while sitting on the chair, or we may - in addition- use the chair as a prop for supporting some standing poses.  Class may be repeated as needed, on a sporadic or regular basis, as the practice is personalized to the Learner, and there will always be something familiar to enjoy and something new to explore. 

Teaching style is inclusive, infused with kindness, descriptive of the practices in age-appropriate language, and with mindful interaction. 

For these reasons and for gauging Learner's interest level and to be able to adjust accordingly, I require open mics and video in my classes so there is a sense of engagement with the material.  

There is no pre-requisite for this private class.
Learning Goals
To develop self-awareness and to learn a set of skills for stress management that cultivate physical & mental wellbeing for a lifetime.
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Other Details

Parental Guidance
Safety First: Learner shall be cleared by their 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 addition, yoga should practice on an empty stomach and learner should be properly hydrated before class.
Supply List
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.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree from Rollins College
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Rollins College
Teacher has a B.A. in psychology, is a Yoga and Meditation college professor, holds the highest credentials from the Yoga Alliance (a certified Teacher. Continued Education Provider, and Lead Yoga Teacher Trainer) and is also a certified Yoga Therapist, with experience spanning over 30 years.  She teaches traditional yoga in a self-honoring way, following a mindful, slow pace, bringing the mind and body to harmonize and bring forth a sense of well-being at all levels.

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Completed by 3 learners
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Ages: 7-18

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