Playful Yoga to Nurture Connection, Social Emotional Learning & Motor Development
1 in 5 children have a developmental disability
(i.e. cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and fetal alcohol disorder,
autism spectrum disorder, chromosome anomalies, and ADHD).
Disability Inclusive Yoga- movement & mindfulness- for Families with Complex Needs
From sensory awareness, emotional regulation, and resilience to autism, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, disabilities, and trauma…
^^ Yeah, no… NONE of this was covered in the Welcome to Parent Hood Handbook.
You’ve exhausted options with therapies, became an expert in your beloved’s diagnoses…
Maybe you’ve even tried the compliance-based strategies because it promised better.
You threw on a happy face mask and a CAN-DO attitude.
Still…
You’re up to your eyeballs in OVERWHELM;
Exhausted balancing on your tippy toes. And keeping your chin-up to breathe isn’t working like it used to.
You’ve spent late nights face down in books, social media groups, and Google diving for solutions; learning -more than you wanted- about sensory systems, disabilities, interventions…
When all you really want- is to help your child
regulate, cope, connect, engage… THRIVE.
(Annnd ach-tually enjoy parenthood).
I’ve been in that boat.
Before caregiver fatigue (and grief) pulls you under,
tag me in 🙌 and I’ll help you paddle.
This could be us… 😉
Therapeutic Yoga can benefit children and youth, who experience:
- sensory processing disorder
- autism/ASD, ADHD, neurodivergence
- fine & gross motor delays/challenges
- neurological & neuromuscular conditions
- speech-language challenges
- spasticity & limited mobility
- intellectual developmental disabilities
- hyper-mobility/ hyper-flexibility
- chronic pain
- hypotonia/low muscle tone
- trauma
- wheelchair user or assisted mobility
- chronic illness & cancer
- autoimmune disease
- scoliosis
- anxiety & depression
- health conditions
- diverse body size
Students MUST be able to follow simple directions from me.
If you or your beloved need consistent personal assistance; to SAFELY and mindfully practice in a group environment, let’s talk about other options that will be a better fit for now.
Hard truth…
Children and youth with disabilities are
5 TIMES more likely
to experience mental, emotional,
and behavioral health disorders
AND
suffer trauma at a HIGER rate,
than non-disabled peers.
That’s EXACTLY (partly) why I created TheraPLAYoga– a place, practice, and program; optimized for neurodivergent, disabled, and trauma-impacted children and youth.
TheraPLAYoga is a safe container to learn self-awareness, practice self-regulation, reduce stress, improve behavioral maturity and emotional development, expand world view, build self-confidence and embrace agency.
Classes are open!
Here’s how to join:
FIRST…
Read my policies page.
If you’re aligned with everything on that page,
it’s a green light.
SECOND…
Click the schedule to find
a class that suits your beloved.
THIRD…
Register by filling out forms & making payment.
Wanna build your ideal class together? Scroll WAY down to the INTEREST form.
Benefits of Yoga Classes for Children & Youth
TheraPLAYoga classes and playshops offer sensory somatic mind-body supports – to take children and youth from auto pilot reactivity to aware, regulated, and resilient; so they can engage more fully in their own lives and grow into strong self-advocates, who value themselves and others..
TheraPLAYoga helps kids, teens, and families
✨ connect to their bodies
✨ explore their sensory experience
✨ celebrate energy, creativity, and imagination
✨ gain positive coping strategies for mental health and self-care
✨ and engage collaboratively in their relationships and community.
🪄 And I do THIS by mixing up the magic from my experience and expertise
from mySELF, my motherhood, therapeutic yoga, props and the power of play,
positive discipline, ACEs and trauma training, and youth mental health risk
and protective factors to offer a holistic somatosensory approach;
rooted in agency, consent, and self-efficacy and supported by science.
Sensory Somatic Approach to Regulation + Resilience
TheraPLAYoga is an accessible somatosensory approach to regulating the sensory system to build a resilient nervous system.
It’s the exact method I used -and use- with my own child. It’s precisely how I’ve helped him become self and socially aware, self regulate, and cope with stress and trauma.
Here’s what your beloved will get from
TheraPLAYoga
Classes & Playshops:
🌈 Sensory motor integration; so beloveds can connect and identify what’s happening in their bodies.
🌈 Trauma-sensitive and sensory somatic approach to nurture, not overwhelm their nervous system.
🌈 Take-home ways to self regulate thoughts, emotions, and behaviors at home and social settings.
ALL things that promote self-determination and well-being.
Whole-Family Wellness for Parents & Caregivers
…and siblings
Here’s what YOU get- my dear discerning parent caregiver with so many plates spinning…
An inclusive and compassionate environment for you AND non-disabled siblings; WITHOUT the judgment & emotional headache of over-explaining your beloved and their needs.
Here… our shared experiences of grief, abundant love, sacrifice, and knack for doing really hard things is a love language that connects us.
You’re more likely to get nods and snaps of appreciation, here. 🫰I get you. I am you.
PLUS,
Parent caregiver classes and playshops (with and without kids)
designed for self-care AND sustainable caregiving; and
resources to equip you with tools for the next phases of the WILDS of parenthood.
^^ THIS is the other part of why I created TheraPLAYoga-
for parent caregivers like me you.
Sound like the chips to your guac?
Kids Yoga & Family Yoga Classes in Lansing
Inclusive yoga classes for the
social emotional development & connection
of kids & families in Greater Lansing.
Classes incorporate therapeutic intentions, playful themes, creative challenges, and even partner poses.
ALL yoga classes at TheraPLAYoga are accessible and inclusive to wheelchair users and ambulatory equipment users.
💟 You should always seek physician approval before starting a new physical activity.
To help you decide the right fit for you and your beloveds, more details and specifications are offered in scheduled class descriptions.
BYOB (Bring Your Own Baby) Yoga
NOT the typical “mommy and me classes” you’re used to seeing.
Baby Yoga for caregiver and baby connection (6 weeks-9 mos.) in Lansing.
Baby yoga classes at TheraPLAYoga simply require you to Bring Your Own Baby; aged 6 weeks-9 months old. Dads, Moms, or legal guardian carers are WELCOME.
Baby yoga classes are inclusive to all babes and carers- designed for infants with disabilities, congenital anomalies, and/or special health care needs.
Postnatal Yoga with Baby
Inclusive to all new moms in Lansing- designed for new moms, who experienced a high-risk pregnancy and/or have an infant with special health care needs.
You can expect accessible mindful movement for you and babe, sensory exploring, song and play. This is time to nurture your bond with your new human; while encouraging emotional, physical, and sensory development.
💟 Seek physician advise & approval before registering.
Toddler Yoga
Yoga for parent and toddler, aged 10 months-2.5 years, in Lansing.
Toddler Yoga classes at TheraPLAYoga are an enriching parent-toddler activity; exploring accessible movement, sensory experiences, and social connections.
Toddler yoga is inclusive to all and designed for toddlers with physical and/or developmental disabilities.
You can expect stories, songs, games, and playful approaches to improve motor skills and social emotional learning.
💟 Seek physician advice & approval before registering.
Preschool Yoga
Yoga for preschoolers, aged 3-5 years old, in Lansing.
Preschool yoga classes at TheraPLAYoga are a safe place to practice regulation and social relationships, celebrate energy, and strengthen motor skills.
Preschool yoga classes are inclusive to all and designed for preschoolers with physical and/or developmental disabilities.
You can expect yoga adventures- accessible movement, breathing practices, mindfulness, and meditation – using stories, props, music, and games.
*Parent / Caregiver is welcome to participate as needed/desired.
💟 Seek physician advice & approval before registering.
Kids Yoga
Yoga for kids, aged 6-9 years old, in Lansing.
Kids yoga classes at TheraPLAYoga are an opportunity to strengthen emotional regulation, confidence, and self-esteem, celebrate creative expression, and improve connection with self and others.
Kids yoga classes are inclusive to all and designed for kids with physical and/or developmental disabilities.
You can expect playful yoga adventures -accessible movement, breathing practices, mindfulness, and meditation – using stories, props, arts and crafts, music, and games.
*Parent / Caregiver is welcome to participate as needed/desired.
*Drop off opportunities will be posted in class description.
💟 Seek physician advice & approval before registering.
Tweens Yoga
Yoga for tweens, aged 10-12 years old, in Lansing.
Tween yoga classes at TheraPLAYoga offer playful space to explore sense of self, improve self-esteem, focus on resilience and communication skills, mental health self-care, and learn stress management techniques that translate easily to real life.
Tween yoga classes are inclusive to all and designed for tweens with physical and/or developmental disabilities.
You can expect accessible movement, breathing techniques, mindfulness, and meditation; while prioritizing play through games, arts and crafts, and activities.
*Parent / Caregiver is welcome to participate as needed/desired.
*Drop off opportunities will be posted in class description.
💟 Seek physician advice & approval before registering.
Yoga for Teens
Teen yoga for youth, aged 13-17 years old, in Lansing.
Yoga classes for teens at TheraPLAYoga nurture youths’ innate desire for agency, autonomy, passion for justice, and eagerness to challenge the status quo.
Classes focus on expanding mind body connection and self-esteem, developing a sense for social responsibility and self-advocacy, and creating solid mental health care skills for a lifetime; celebrating self-awareness, positive decision-making, compassion, and the ability to build healthy relationships.
Teen yoga classes are inclusive to all and designed for teens with physical and/or developmental disabilities.
You can expect accessible movement, breathing techniques, mindfulness, and meditation- and encouraged playfulness with games, arts and crafts, and activities.
*Parent / Caregiver is welcome to participate as needed/desired.
*Drop off opportunities will be posted in class description.
💟 Seek physician advice & approval before registering.
Family Yoga
Family yoga classes for all ages in Lansing.
Family yoga classes at TheraPLAYoga is an opportunity for family members- of all ages and abilities- to playfully connect and peacefully engage; building mental, emotional, and physical strength and confidence together.
Yoga for siblings and parents.
Family yoga classes are inclusive to all families and designed for families with child with a physical and/or developmental disability.
You can expect -solo and partnered- breathing practices, accessible movement, games, stories, mindfulness practices, and silly fun.
*Class description may have age groups like 1-6 years, which is geared toward young families with multiples OR ages 5-18+.
💟 Seek physician advice & approval before registering.
Sibshops in Lansing
Trauma-informed Sibshop for siblings of children & youth with complex needs,
Ages 5-18 years old
TheraPLAYoga Sibshops are trauma-informed, interactive yoga playshops and yoga parties for siblings of people with a developmental disability, mental health disorders, and chronic or life-limiting health conditions.
Sibshops focus on providing Sibs with opportunities to engage and form friendships, share experiences (good & not s’good), practice positive coping skills, learn about mental health in a developmentally appropriate way, and have FUN!
You can expect accessible movement, breathing techniques, mindfulness, and meditation- and encouraged playfulness with games, arts and crafts, and activities.
*Parent / Caregiver is required to attend informational orientation.
*Drop off.
💟 Seek physician advice & approval before registering.
Kids and Family Therapeutic Yoga Classes are open!
Here’s the Process:
✅ Read my policies page. If you’re aligned with everything on that page, it’s a green light.
✅ Click the schedule (view below) to find a class that suits your beloved.
Didn’t find one? Manifest it- fill out the interest form.
✅ Register and add to your calendar.
P.S. Free 15 minute chats aren’t exclusive to private sessions. If you wanna chat before registering, send me an email and I’ll do my best to connect with you.
BEFORE you register for a class, review my studio policies and etiquette.
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Click on the interest list button to-
Tell me whatchu want.
![Teachers are educational caregivers; and
people who take care of other people, are my kinda people.
I’m grateful for the opportunity to close out Teacher Appreciation week by sharing TheraPLAYoga with some wonderful educational caregivers in the @lansingschooldistrict
#TeacherAppreciationWeek2023 #LoveLansing #TeacherWellness #AdaptiveYoga #AccessibleYoga
[image: Cordelia Black, Executive Director of School Culture; standing at left. Gloria Treviño, owner of TheraPLAYoga; standing in center. Jennifer West, Director of Culture and Climate; standing at right.]](https://theraplayoga.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png)