Kara Abella

Yoga

“Yoga is very accepting of where you are”

About

Kara’s experience as an applied behavior analysis therapist left her seeking a way to further assist persons of all capabilities and ages. Kara sought an offering that addressed the whole person: to improve overall health and happiness, rather than one aspect. This search led her to the Sonia Sumar Method: Yoga for the Special Child®.

“You are not given the light by anyone- not even a spiritual teacher. You are that light.”

– S. Satchidananda

Experience:
Yoga for the Special Child Basic Part 1 Yogaville, Va – Fall 2014
Yoga for the Special Child Advanced Part 1 Sarasota, Fl – Summer 2015
Yoga for the Special Child Basic Part 2 Yogaville, Va – Fall 2016 (staffed)
Be Yoga – 200 RYT Hatha Yoga Teacher Training – Fall 2016

Yoga for the Special Child

Yoga for the Special Child is about working with the person, not the diagnosis.

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Kara, Tree Pose – Grand Canyon

Yoga for the Special Child®, LLC is multi-level comprehensive Program of Yoga techniques designed to enhance the natural development of children with special needs. Our style of Yoga is gentle and therapeutic – safe for babies and children with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Microcephaly, Autism and other developmental disabilities. These methods also provide an effective treatment for children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder, ADHD and Learning Disabilities. Please visit specialyoga.com for more information regarding The Sonia Sumar Method, Yoga for the Special Child.

The benefits of Yoga for the Special Child include

  • body awareness
  • self acceptance
  • reduction of mouth breathing
  • improvements such as motor coordination, focus, fluidity of movement, speech, and more

Yoga for the Special Child utilizes the following techniques throughout class

  • asana, or yoga poses
  • pranayama, or breathing exercises
  • cleansing practices
  • music and sound
  • deep relaxation

“Yoga’s purpose is to help each one of us achieve our highest potential and to experience enduring health and happiness”

How I found this path

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My best friend since second grade has Down’s Syndrome. He has taught me so much about myself- and about patience, kindness, and compassion. I’m so grateful to have such a wonderful friend! I’m honored to work with the special needs community, as it will always hold a special place in my heart.

“Peace. It does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble, or hard work. It means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart.”

Work with me

Private session: one-on-one to dive into your own personal yoga practice. Sessions starting at 25 minutes to 90 minutes, depending on your needs.

Semi private session: up to four students per class.

For more information please send an e-mail to Kara at kara@kara-abella.com

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