About Us

The Children's Program at HCY

Heart Center Yoga was lovingly created as a children's yoga community in 2001. Co-founders and directors Marlene Mikell and Ilene Sang are professional educators and yoga enthusiasts who had a vision of sharing the gift of yoga with children, thereby giving them tools that they could use for a lifetime of well-being.

At HCY we honor and employ the philosophy of teaching the whole child through natural abilities. Children will be encouraged to discover and focus on their abilities through music, movement, creative arts, story telling connecting to nature, math concept games, laughter and self reflection. We're there to provide them with rich opportunities to explore and discover their unlimited potential.

When children participate in a class at HCY they engage in physical poses that feel most natural for their own bodies. They will learn to honor and respect their bodies by learning about nutrition, anatomy and health. The practice of yoga enables children to connect to their bodies, minds and spirits by touching and opening their hearts.

Classes are offered for children 4-5 yrs., 6-8 yrs, 9-11 yrs., 12-14 yrs. (junior high), and 14-17yrs (high school). Classes are designed to meet the developmental, physical, and emotional needs of children from these age groups. We also offer creative yoga birthday parties, incorporating personalized themes, for kids, and teens.

Benefits of Yoga for Children

Children's yoga paves the way for a balanced future down the road.

• Builds strong, healthy bodies by practicing movements and postures
• Teaches breathing and relaxation techniques to help focus, concentrate, and unwind
• Instills a sense of awareness and respect for the self, others, and the natural world
• Expresses creativity and imagination
• Develops self-esteem by achieving success and having fun