Happy Me: Yoga and Children with Down syndrome

The aim of this DVD is to introduce Yoga to children with Down syndrome and their parents. It is an instructional DVD containing a total of 60 minutes of Yoga classes. There are special features including: an interview with Lucia’s Yoga teacher, Robert Birnberg, explaining the aims and benefits of Yoga; Tips for parents who will practice Yoga with their children; one 25-minute class; and three shorter different Yoga classes to choose from depending on the child’s preference (calm/musical/playful). Yoga is beneficial to children with Down syndrome since it: increases muscular strength; develops balance; helps stimulate the oral musculature; improves concentration; increases self-esteem; is non-competitive; is easy on the body; and is a lifelong activity! Children can do the Yoga classes on the DVD with their parents, siblings, friends or on their own. Yoga is a bonding experience! Enjoy!