This class is suitable for higher functioning children with special needs who are physically able. This includes, but is not limited to, children with Autism, ADD/ADHD, Language-based Learning Disabilities, Apraxia and mild Cerebral Palsy.
Classes will introduce children to yoga poses and breathing exercises through music, songs and games appropriate to their age and/or developmental level. Yoga poses will focus on building core strength, increasing awareness of breath, practicing balance, mindfulness and coordinated movement. Breathing exercises target relaxation, self-regulation and attention.
Classes will incorporate Receptive Language skills: following sequential directions and responding to questions with visual supports; concepts of space, time and quantity, i.e., in, under, over, before, after, first, next, last, more; Pragmatic Language skills: turn-taking, socializing in a group; asking questions, storytelling skills, collaborative pair/group work; Speech through singing and focusing on sounds, and Play skills: pretend play, role playing and encouraging creativity. But all the kids will know is that doing yoga is fun!
INSTRUCTOR: Dianne Macdonald, M.Sc., S-LP (c), Reg., CASLPO and OOAQ, Speech-Language Pathologist
DATES: Tuesdays, January 17 to February 21, 2012 (6 classes)
LOCATION: Santosha Westboro studio
TIME: 5-6 yr olds 3-3:30 p.m.; 7-8 yr olds 4-4:30 p.m.; 9-10 yr olds 5-5:30 p.m.
COST: $120 for 6 weeks (Maximum number of children per group: 
TO REGISTER: Santosha Yoga Westboro 613.235.5378
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
About Dianne: www.communication-works.ca
About the yoga program: www.everykidsyoga.com
