Decatur Yoga & Pilates is proud to be the home of the ground-breaking yoga program for “kids” of all ages. Grounded: Yoga, Laughter, Elevation. Created by the original YogaKids trainers / facilitators, Cheryl Crawford and Amy Haysman, Grounded continues to bring the highest quality of kid (4-7), tween (7-11) and teen (11-16) yoga classes to DYP. In Grounded classes, we share the transformational benefits of yoga with children, teachers and parents seeking balance in their lives, and we give them tools to manage their physical and emotional responses to life. Our Grounded yoga program encourages students to reach for the wisdom within themselves and enables them to connect with their bodies and feel empowered and confident. Inspired by the children and adults in our lives, we've created a unique program whereby we all get grounded, have the freedom to laugh about it and ultimately enjoy the elevation that comes with the practice of Yoga.

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Cheryl Crawford, BS, Ed, CST, CYT, YKT
Karen Collins, CYT,YKT
Heather Wurtzel, YKT
Jenni Miller, YKT

Grounded Kids, Ages 4-7
Life can be like an Elevator, with many ups and downs, with a few stops in between. For the young yogi this class will use elements of play and fun all the while helping the child to experience both the physical and emotional benefits of yoga. Using the Grounded Yoga Elevator Series, this class will incorporate weekly themes around the ideas of honor, balance, connection and more.

Grounded Tweens, Ages 7-11
Grounded Tweens begins with a few minutes of quiet tuning in, followed by a practice of grounded yoga! Grounded poses are traditional yoga poses enhanced by tapping into what all tweens relate to in their lives. Students will learn the benefits of each pose and how to bring yoga into their everyday lives. Each class is based on an inspirational theme. Class ends in the traditional savasana (quiet corpse pose) and guided imagery.

Grounded Teens, Ages 11-16
Teens will gain an understanding of how the elements of yoga can help them find peace, balance, and physical and inner strength in their life. Students practice sun salutations, fun yoga flows, and short meditation exercises that can recharge, focus, and/or calm the mind, body & spirit. Breathing techniques that help energize, calm, cleanse and/or balance the mind are also learned.

Parent/Child Partner Yoga Workshops, Ages 6-12
This workshop is offered periodically throughout the year. This is a class for children ages 6-12 and their parents. This is a great opportunity for the child and parent to do something healthy and creative together! This class will include partner yoga, games, music, and relaxation. Join us to learn about yoga and build a stronger bond together. Workshops are offered periodically on Saturdays...Check Series & Workshops on the Webscheduler or News & Updates on our home page for upcoming offerings.

Classes For School Teachers
Please contact the studio if you would like to arrange a teacher workshop or training with our Grounded Coordinator. 404-377-4899.

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