Video 2: A Joint-Freeing Practice to Release Tension in Body & Mind
Loosen up tight spots and let go of pressure in your joints in this opening, freeing practice with Ashrams for Autism founder Sharon Manner.
In our mission to bring yoga to children with autism, and resources and support to their caregivers, we partnered with Jade Yoga and Ashrams for Autism. In this YJ-exclusive video series, Sharon Manner, founder of Ashrams for Autism, leads caregivers through four gentle flows, and Dr. Marc Rosenbaum, founder of Education for Excellence, provides lecture-based tools on coping with worry, fostering acceptance and building positive communication. In addition, kids and young adults on the autistic spectrum can practice along with these grounding, calming yoga classes led by Ashrams for Autism teacher Hannah Schuler.
Loosen up tight spots and let go of pressure in your joints in this opening, freeing practice with Ashrams for Autism founder Sharon Manner.
Foster your stamina as Ashrams for Autism founder Sharon Manner takes you through a strength-building asana sequence.
Learn how to control your breath as Ashrams for Autism founder Sharon Manner takes you through a breathing practice to calm stirring thoughts.
Dr. Marc Rosenbaum, founder and director of Education for Excellence, explains the importance of stable surroundings at home for both parents and kids with autism.
Dr. Marc Rosenbaum, founder and director of Education for Excellence, lays down the ground rules for an ideal living space.
Dr. Marc Rosenbaum, founder and director of Education for Excellence, teaches you how to focus on the present moment and avoid worrying about the future when facing problems in parent-child relationships.
Learn valuable communication tools from Dr. Marc Rosenbaum, founder and director of Education for Excellence, when talking to a child with autism.
Learn how a regular yoga practice can benefit people with autism—from grounding and balancing poses, to deep relaxation techniques. Join Ashrams for Autism founder Sharon Manner, and yoga teacher Hannah Schuler in this 3-part video series to get started.
Create a deep sense of peace, and root down to connect with the earth in this yoga practice created by Ashrams for Autism founder Sharon Manner and led by teacher Hannah Schuler.
Improve your stability, lengthen your muscles, and ground down in this yoga practice created by Ashrams for Autism founder Sharon Manner and led by teacher Hannah Schuler.
Join yoga teacher Hannah Schuler in this gentle asana practice, created by Ashrams for Autism founder Sharon Manner, to wind down and let go of tension.
Join Dr. Marc Rosenbaum, founder and director of Education for Excellence, in a five-minute guided meditation.
Join Sharon Manner, the founder and creator of Ashrams for Autism, in a five-minute guided meditation.
Join Sharon Manner, the founder and creator of Ashrams for Autism, for a guided Yoga Nidra practice.
Yoga Nidra, or yogic sleep, is a deep relaxation practice that helps relax the physical and emotional bodies so that healing can occur.
Try some of these sleep-friendly tips to promote a healthier sleep and good night's rest for you and your family.
There are certain practices that you can introduce into your home to make it a happy and safe place to live.
Learn how to practice simple changes to your diet and lifestyle to eliminate anxiety.
Keeping up with a busy life usually means our health gets pushed aside. Here are a few ways to keep your healthy eating habits in check.
Do you find it difficult to unwind and settle your mind? Incorporate these tactics into your everyday life to manage stress.
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Autistic kids benefit from the relaxation and body awareness gained from regular yoga practice.