Yoga for the Special Child is a step-by-step integrated system of Yoga poses designed to encourage the natural development of children with specific requirements, designed by Sonia Sumar.            
 
Sonia's belief and the essence behind this work is that ‘every child is special, and no label can define or limit their potential for positive change’. In this work we use hatha yoga and divide the practice into 5 sections: asanas or body postures, pranayama or breathing exercises, cleansing practices, music and sound therapy, and deep relaxation.
 
Each child is assessed individually and a programme is created for them that we develop as they develop. This may be working 1:1 with a yoga practioner or in a group class.
Some of the benefits of yoga therapy are:
-increased attention and concentration
-develops flexibility and corrects postural alignment
-relieves respiratory ailments
-improves breathing and sleep patterns
-increases emotional stability and self esteem
-promotes an overall sense of well being, peace and calm

Lucy Arnsby-Wilson has practiced yoga for over 7 years and has extensive experience working with young people and their families in a variety of settings.

For more information about classes please contact Lucy on
07789 430 477 or 0208 293 9026 or email specialyoga@googlemail.com