Yoga for Down’s Syndrome

  • We will work towards a full Hatha yoga class that includes asana (poses), pranayama (breathing techniques), chanting (singing), eye exercises and a deep relaxation (yoga Nidra).

    We go into the class with no expectations but to connect, have fun and relax body and mind!

    However, with consistency the practices are proven to have a very profound and deep effect on all the body's systems and the emotions.

  • As children and adults with Down’s Syndrome break down new barriers everyday, a yoga practice is no exception!

    Like any exercise yoga can help with the physical challenges of hypotonia and hyper-mobility by building muscle strength. In addition, yoga works on the breath, strengthening the diaphragm muscle for optimal breathing.

    This not only impacts the breath, but also the heart and all internal systems.

  • The yoga method we practice is gentle and designed to connect with every child.

    Children with Down’s Syndrome usually love the practice, especially chanting mantra and breathing exercises. Simple but powerful poses allow your child to build body awareness and body confidence. Many people who don’t like sports love yoga for the meditative and fun aspects it brings!

    If a child is not breathing well, for example through their mouth rather than their nose, which impacts them a lot, yoga can help a lot :)

    1. Full workout and extension for the spine and improved posture

    2. Increased strength and mobility

    3. Boost in blood circulation, providing increased oxygen and nutrients around the body

    4. Twists and compressions working the digestive system and nervous system

    1. Deepening and lengthening the breath during class calms the emotions and your mental chatter

    2. Yoga activates the left side of our brain, our intuition and creativity

    3. Practicing focus and concentration improves it off the mat too

    4. Proven better coordination and memory

Interested to know more?

WhatsApp or email me today for a free 15-minute chat to find out more and enquire about yoga for you or your child.

Testimonials

  • "I'm so happy to have discovered Laura's class local to me. Laura is a very warm and friendly person, makes everyone feel very welcome and is evidently so knowledgeable and experienced. In classes she is very supportive and takes care of everyone's individual needs. I really love the deep relaxation we do at the end!"

    Rebecca, Tottenham

  • "Laura is a fantastic teacher, and also a genuinely lovely person! She is observant and constantly checking your positioning. Her class is truly for all levels, and you work hard but somehow become very relaxed. I always look forward to yoga."

    Irena, Tottenham

  • I came to do some stretching and found the class was very relaxed, very accessible and joyful! The way we moved through the poses it felt very effortless, the hour was over just like that. There wasn't a moment where I was thinking, I can't do this, or I don't want to.

    Annie, Tottenham