Yoga & Mindfulness for Neurodiverse Children

Adaptive Yoga class that meets each child where they are

Fun and engaging yoga classes for neurodiverse children, thoughtfully adapted to their unique needs, interests, and pace.

Established in 2022, Happy Yoga offers a warm, welcoming space to explore movement, mindful breathing, and relaxation.

Classes blend adapted yoga poses, breathing activities, and gentle, reflex-informed movement, with flexibility to respond to how each child feels that day.

At Happy Yoga, we meet every child where they are, following their lead, celebrating their strengths, and nurturing confidence, focus, and emotional balance.

Classes are led by Priya Gopalakrishnan, the founder and a certified yoga teacher, who brings a patient, personal approach to every session.

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A Safe and Supportive Environment for Neurodivergent Children

At Happy Yoga, each session combines mindful movement, sensory exploration, and breath awareness to support children with diverse developmental needs. Classes are structured yet flexible, providing a predictable rhythm that helps children feel safe, engaged, and successful. The focus is on growth through connection, not perfection.

TESTIMONIAL

What parents say about Priya, the Lead Teacher

Ms. Priya is a very patient and a kind teacher. She adjust accordingly to every kids needs and is flexible in her teachings. She makes Miya feel confident in her ability to do some of the harder yoga poses and celebrates her wins with her.

Very patient and willing to work with the kid instead of on the kid. For autistic kids this is hard to do but she does it very effectively.

Priya as a person loves what she does and brings her best version on to the yoga mat which makes the kid feel involved. The way she instantly tweaks and incorporates any kind of prop ( my child would bring different props to almost all classes ) into yoga is commendable. Her quality of accepting the pace and ease of the student and through that bringing in yoga into the students life is worth a mention.

Priya is a passionate yoga teacher who is knowledgeable about the practice and its benefits. She is able to guide my daughter through poses safely and effectively. Was able to modify and adjust to accommodate different levels of experience and physical ability.

Best of Priya is she pays attention to how she communicates with the child, clear and concise in her instructions, encourages and supports throughout the class while prioritizing safety of the child. Priya accesses and understands the physical/mental limitation of the child and encourages children to explore their practice without judgment and competition.

"I started practicing yoga with my kid at Happy Yoga about a year ago, and I can honestly say that it has been an amazing experience. Priya is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about yoga, and she creates a very welcoming and supportive environment that makes you feel comfortable no matter your skill level. I always leave feeling more centered and energized than when I arrived.

What I find unique about Happy Yoga is our instructor, Priya. She is extremely patient and spends time and energy in understanding my child and his unique needs and then designs her class accordingly to work on those needs. Her real effort to get to know students personally and then focus on their needs is something I value extremely highly. I am so grateful for everything she does for our kids, and I always look forward to coming to class with my child.

Overall, I would highly recommend Happy Yoga to anyone looking to improve their kids' physical and mental well-being. I find Happy Yoga to be an inspiring space that helps us focus and calms our mind after a stressful day, and helps us grow and thrive."

- Ms. Savita

Yoga & Mindfulness for Neurodiverse Children

A Safe and Supportive Environment for Neurodivergent Children

TESTIMONIAL

What parents say about Priya, the Lead Teacher

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