Special Needs Kids & Young Adults Yoga Teacher Training (Yoga Alliance Accredited Certification) I Globally Recognised


Parul Chaturvedi conducts the Special Needs Kids & Young Adults Yoga Teacher Training in Singapore and online. 

This comprehensive training is designed to help yoga teachers, educators, parents, caregivers, therapists, and wellness professionals confidently support children and young adults with diverse needs through yoga, mindfulness, breathing, and emotional well-being practices.

Learn practical strategies to support children and young adults with Autism, ADHD, Down Syndrome, and Cerebral Palsy. Discover how to adapt yoga practices safely, create inclusive and accessible experiences, support emotional regulation, and help children build confidence, self-awareness, participation, and lifelong well-being skills.

This Yoga Alliance Accredited 95-Hour Special Needs Kids & Young Adults Yoga Teacher Training combines theory with practical application, giving you the knowledge, confidence, and tools to meet children where they are and support them in a compassionate, meaningful, and effective way.

Having certified 500+ Kids Yoga Teachers globally, Parul's trainings are recognized for their practical, inclusive, trauma informed , adaptive and child-centred approach, helping graduates feel confident supporting children of diverse abilities both on and off the yoga mat.

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Refund Policy – Kids Yoga Teacher Training

Full Refund: Cancellations made at least 2 weeks in advance are eligible for a full refund.

Partial Refund or Deferment: Cancellations made 1 week prior are eligible for a 50% refund or the option to defer to a future training session.

Deferment Policy: Training deferment is allowed only once and requires at least 2 weeks' notice. Further extensions are not permitted.

Upcoming Special Needs Kids & Young Adults Yoga Teacher Training dates for 2026

Schedule for 2026
All in-class Trainings 9.30 am -3 pm

  • Weekday (Singapore)-5th-16th October

  • Weekend (Singapore)-10th Sep-11th October


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Course curriculum

    1. Welcome from Parul Chaturvedi

    1. Welcome & Let us Celebrate the Uniqueness of Every Child with Love, Compassion, and Connection

    2. Module Details & Learning Goals-BlissYogaSG Special Needs Yoga Teacher Training for Children & Young Adults

    1. Attendance & Certification Requirements

    2. Training Hours Breakdown-95 Hours for all formats

    3. Pre-Requisite for joining the training

    4. Training Disclaimer & Participant Responsibilities-Scope of this Training

    5. Course Outcomes

    6. To be updated-Personal Assignments and Quizzes- To be UPDATED

    7. Who Is This Training Suitable For?

      FREE PREVIEW

    8. Who Can You Support After This Training?

      FREE PREVIEW

    9. Note-Important Info

    10. Disclaimer

    1. Special Needs Kids & Young Adults Yoga Teacher Training-Introduction

    1. Our Philosphy & Approach to Special Needs Yoga

    2. Course Objectives & Outcomes

    3. Role as a Special Needs Yoga Teacher

    4. Scope of Practice-Special Needs Yoga Teachers

    5. What Yoga CAN Achieve (Realistic Outcomes) for Special Needs Child

    6. What Is Common Across All Conditions

    7. What You MUST Know to Teach SPEN Kids & Youth Yoga (Download A Practical Guide for Trainees-Teaching Yoga to Children with Special Needs)

    8. Assignment 1- Create Visuals for Key Philosophies

    1. Foundation Topics-Special Needs Kids Yoga Teacher Training

    2. Core Objective of Special Needs Yoga

    3. Importance of Yoga for Children with Diverse Needs

    4. Benefits of Yoga for Special Needs

    5. Yoga for Special Needs Children-What Teachers Really Need to Know

About this course

  • $1,750.00
  • 267 lessons
  • 15.5 hours of video content

WHO THIS TRAINING IS FOR

This training is suitable for anyone who would like to confidently support children and young adults with diverse needs through yoga, mindfulness, breathing, emotional regulation, and well-being practices.

  • Special educators & School Teachers-Learn practical regulation, movement, mindfulness, and sensory-support strategies that can help children participate, engage, and self-regulate more successfully in learning environments.

  • Early Childhood Professionals-Develop a deeper understanding of how breathing exercises, movement, routine, and co-regulation can support young children with varying developmental and sensory needs.

  • Occupational Therapists (OTs) & Therapists-Complement your existing work with yoga-based tools that support body awareness, regulation, relaxation, participation, and overall well-being.

  • Wellness Professionals-Expand your professional toolkit with inclusive approaches that help children and young adults of different abilities participate meaningfully and successfully.

  • Kids Yoga Teacher/Yoga Teachers-Learn how to adapt poses, activities, transitions, breathing practices, and class structures to better support children with diverse needs in both mainstream and specialised settings.

  • Parents & Caregivers Learn practical tools of yoga poses, breathing exercises,relaxation techniques, you can use at home to support your child’s specific needs, including emotional regulation, sensory challenges, transitions, communication, body awareness, confidence, and daily routines.

What You Will Learn?

This comprehensive training combines yoga, mindfulness, nervous system regulation, movement, breathing, emotional well-being, and inclusive teaching strategies to help you confidently support children and young adults with diverse needs.

In this training, you will learn:

✅ Foundations, philosophy, and best practices of Special Needs Yoga

✅ How to create safe, inclusive, and supportive yoga experiences

✅ Observation skills to understand the child beyond the diagnosis

✅ Nervous system regulation, settling, grounding, and body-awareness practices

✅ Adaptive breathing, mindfulness, and relaxation techniques

✅ Adaptive yoga postures, movement activities, and sensory-based approaches

✅ How to adapt classes for different abilities, communication styles, and support needs

✅ Practical teaching strategies for Autism, ADHD, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, developmental delays, and other diverse needs

✅ Behaviour support, engagement, and classroom management techniques

✅ Use of props, visual supports, music, sound, games, and creative teaching tools

✅ Class planning, sequencing, and adapting lessons for individuals and groups

✅ Scope of practice, professional boundaries, and collaboration with families and professionals

✅ Real-life case studies, class demonstrations, observations, and practical teaching applications

Understanding Different Conditions & Diverse Needs

Autism

Gain a deeper understanding of sensory processing, communication differences, routines, transitions, emotional regulation, and participation. Learn how to create predictable, supportive, and inclusive yoga experiences while adapting activities, language, environments, and expectations to meet each child where they are.

ADHD

Understand attention, impulse control, movement needs, emotional regulation, and nervous system regulation. Learn how to use movement, structure, engagement, rhythm, breathing, and transitions to support focus, participation, confidence, and self-regulation without forcing stillness.

Down Syndrome

Learn important considerations around muscle tone, joint stability, strength, endurance, balance, and body awareness. Explore safe yoga adaptations, appropriate progressions, and practical strategies that help children participate successfully while building confidence and independence.

Cerebral Palsy

Develop an understanding of mobility challenges, muscle tone differences, posture, movement patterns, coordination, and functional movement. Learn how to adapt yoga practices safely while supporting comfort, body awareness, mobility, strength, participation, and overall well-being.

Practical Yoga & Mindfulness Adaptations

Learn how to adapt:

✅ Yoga poses

✅ Breathing practices

✅ Mindfulness activities

✅ Relaxation techniques

✅ Games and movement activities

✅ Partner and group activities

For a wide range of developmental, sensory, behavioural, communication, and physical needs.

Behaviour Support & Emotional Regulation

Learn practical strategies for supporting regulation, transitions, participation, engagement, sensory needs, emotional awareness, and challenging moments in class while maintaining a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.

Inclusive Class Planning & Teaching

Learn how to:

✅ Plan inclusive classes

✅ Teach mixed-ability groups

✅ Adapt activities for different needs

✅ Modify expectations and goals

✅ Create safe and accessible learning environments

✅ Support successful participation for all children and young adults

Safety, Boundaries & Teacher Responsibilities

Understand important safety considerations, scope of practice, crisis awareness, appropriate boundaries, and when to seek additional support from caregivers, therapists, educators, or healthcare professionals.

Observation & Real-Life Teaching Videos

Learn through practical examples, observation videos, real-life class recordings, case discussions, reflection activities, and class-planning exercises designed to help you apply what you learn with confidence in real-world settings.

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Self-Care, Self-Awareness & Teacher Well-Being

Supporting children and young adults with diverse needs starts with supporting yourself.

Learn practical tools to:

✅ Develop greater self-awareness and presence as a teacher

✅ Build your own nervous system regulation toolkit

✅ Recognise signs of stress, overwhelm, and dysregulation

✅ Use breathing, mindfulness, movement, and relaxation practices for your own well-being

✅ Practise co-regulation by first regulating yourself

✅ Maintain healthy boundaries while supporting others

✅ Cultivate resilience, compassion, and sustainable teaching practices

A calm, grounded, and regulated teacher is often one of the most powerful tools in supporting children and young adults. Throughout the training, you will also experience many of the practices yourself, helping you develop tools for both your professional work and personal well-being.

Beyond the Yoga Mat

Most importantly, you will learn tools that can help children and young adults develop greater body awareness, emotional regulation, confidence, self-awareness, connection, participation, independence, and lifelong well-being skills that extend beyond yoga classes and into everyday life.

By the end of the training, you will have a practical toolkit and greater confidence to support children and young adults through yoga, mindfulness, movement, breathing, and emotional well-being practices.

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

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  • Yoga Alliance Accredited

  • In-Person Training ( Singapore) & Online Options

  • Practical & Inclusive Approach

  • Real-Life Teaching Videos & Class Observations

  • Downloadable Resources

  • Class Planning & Teaching Strategies

  • Reflection Activities & Assignments

  • ✔ Post-Training Support

TRAINING FORMAT

Available in Singapore & Online

  • Duration-2 Weeks In Studio (Singapore) & Online ( 20 Days Programs exlcuding Sunday)-2 Hours everyday

  • Schedule-9:30 AM – 3:00 PM Daily (In-studio)

  • Includes-2 weeks Training, Training Manual, Class Activities, Observation Videos ,Assignments, Certificate, Post-Training Support

LEARNING OUTCOMES

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  • Adapt yoga poses, breathing, mindfulness, and relaxation practices safely

  • Understand common needs and characteristics of Autism, ADHD, Down Syndrome, and Cerebral Palsy

  • Create inclusive and engaging yoga experiences

  • Support regulation, participation, and confidence

  • Plan and teach special-needs-informed yoga classes with confidence

About your certified kids yoga instructor

Founder, BlissYogaSG 10+ years teaching experience 500+ certified graduates Yoga Alliance E-RYT®, RCYT®, YACEP® Experience teaching children, teens, families, and special-needs populations

Certified Kids Yoga Instructor Parul Chaturvedi

I am a passionate yoga instructor specializing in teaching yoga to children. With over 10 years of experience and diverse certifications in Children’s and Teen Yoga, Special Needs Yoga, Hatha and Yin Yoga, Yoga Anatomy, Yoga Therapies, Prenatal, Mindfulness, and Sound healing,

my approach is holistic towards teaching yoga to children & families.

My teaching approach combines my deep understanding of child development with creativity, ensuring engaging sessions for different age groups. I incorporate play, storytelling, and music for young kids and incorporate art, journaling, and self-expression exercises for older children. I create a dynamic and inclusive space where children can explore yoga in ways that resonate with their interests and development.

My commitment to adapting yoga to individual needs, prioritizing safety and well-being, and my continuous professional development make me an exceptional guide for children on their yoga journey. Additionally, I offer a Yoga Alliance approved Kids Yoga Teacher Training program to certify others in teaching yoga to children, aiming to improve the well-being of kids and teens worldwide.

Learn more about me here

Pricing options

Learn practical tools to support children and young adults with diverse needs through yoga, mindfulness, breathing, and emotional regulation.

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FAQ

  • Do I Need Prior Yoga Experience?

    No. Prior yoga experience is not required. This training is designed for beginners as well as open to all backgrounds. You will be guided step-by-step through the foundations of Yoga, Special Needs Yoga, mindfulness, movement, breathing practices, adaptive teaching strategies, and inclusive class planning. Many of our students come from education, therapy, caregiving, wellness, and parenting backgrounds with little or no previous yoga teaching experience.

  • Is This Suitable for Parents?

    Yes , it is suitable for parents. Many parents join to better understand their child's sensory, emotional, behavioural, and regulation needs. The training provides practical tools that can be adapted for use at home to support connection, body awareness, emotional regulation, confidence, relaxation, and everyday well-being.

  • Will I Receive a Certificate?

    Upon successful completion of the training requirements, you will receive a 95-Hour Special Needs Kids & Young Adults Yoga Teacher Training Certificate issued by BlissYogaSG.

  • Is This Yoga Alliance Accredited?

    Yes. This is a Yoga Alliance Accredited 95-Hour Special Needs Kids & Young Adults Yoga Teacher Training offered through BlissYogaSG's Yoga Alliance accredited school. Students who successfully complete the training will receive a recognised certificate that reflects their specialised training in supporting children and young adults with diverse needs through yoga, mindfulness, movement, breathing, and well-being practices.

  • Will I Learn Practical Adaptations for Yoga practices for special needs??

    Absolutely. A key focus of this training is learning how to adapt yoga and mindfulness practices for different abilities, communication styles, sensory preferences, physical needs, and support requirements. You will learn practical adaptations for: ✅ Yoga postures and movement activities ✅ Breathing practices ✅ Mindfulness activities ✅ Relaxation techniques ✅ Group and partner activities ✅ Class environments and transitions ✅ Visual supports, props, music, and sensory tools You will also explore practical strategies for Autism, ADHD, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, developmental delays, and other diverse needs.

  • What Support Is Available After Training?

    Learning does not stop when the training ends.Graduates receive ongoing support through: ✅ Access to training recordings and course materials post training for 1 year. (In person training & 3 months in online training) ✅ Practical resources, templates, and teaching tools ✅ Opportunities to observe selected classes where available in Singapore ✅ Alumni community support and networking on whatsapp & fb group ✅ Updates and continued learning opportunities ✅ 1-1 Mentorship also available Our goal is not just to certify you, but to help you feel confident and supported as you bring these practices to children, young adults, families, schools, and community settings.