Yoga for adults with learning difficulties

November 3rd, 2006

Introductory training day
Who is this day suitable for? This is an introduction to yoga techniques appropriate for those with a learning difficulty. The day is aimed at parents, carers and support workers interested in using yoga techniques to improve the quality of life for those they care for.

Some experience of yoga is preferred before attending the day. The day is also open to qualified yoga teachers interested in expanding their teaching to include those with special needs.

Why Yoga? Through connecting more intimately with the breath and the body and gently moving into asanas (yoga postures), tension begins to fade and the mind and body feel more open and relaxed. On one level, students may see an increase in flexibility, concentration and co-ordination; on another level, a greater sense of peace may emerge within. This one-day introduction will explore how yoga can benefit those with special needs, looking specifically at Downs Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and the Autistic Spectrum. We will be using asana (posture), mantra (chanting) and breathing exercises as tools to enable a deeper connection with ourselves and others.

Who will run the course? Amber Ward has been practising yoga since 1999 and working with people with disabilities since 1998. She has been teaching yoga to adults with and without learning difficulties since May 2002. She completed the two- year Vajrasati Yoga Teacher Training in December 2004 and has also studied with You and Me Yoga for People with Special Needs. Amber currently teaches group and private yoga classes for adults both with and without learning difficulties in Brighton and Crawley.

Where and when? Thursday 22nd February 2007, 9.30am – 4pm at Angel House; a beautiful Regency residence on the Brighton & Hove seafront.

How much will it cost? £50 (organisations) / £40 (individuals)

How do I book? Email ambertheward@hotmail.com or call Amber on 01273 711159 / 07795 170803

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