Samamkaya Adaptive Yoga

Samamkaya’s Adaptive Yoga program is committed to expanding access to the transformative power of yoga for individuals with disabilities. We impact individuals with a wide range of conditions such as neurological disorders, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, Parkinson's disease, spinal cord injury, paralysis, amputations, brain injury, stroke, mobility challenges, and geriatric populations. Our mission is to ensure that all individuals, regardless of their physical or cognitive abilities, can experience the numerous benefits of yoga, promoting overall well-being, enhanced mobility, increased independence, and a greater sense of inner peace. By tailoring our yoga practices and techniques to suit the unique needs of each individual, we strive to create an inclusive and empowering environment where everyone can thrive and achieve their full potential.

1 year of weekly classes, 1 class a week is = $11,180

6 months of 1 weekly class = $5590

3 months of 1 weekly online class = $2795

1 class = $215

Samamkaya’s adaptive program aims to deliver the mental and physical health benefits of yoga to individuals with disabilities who need additional teacher attention and adaptive aids to safely participate. We aim to make yoga accessible, safe and inclusive. We also work to create a welcoming community, combating the shame individuals with disabilities feel participating in mainstream yoga. We surveyed our regular adaptive students, revealing the impacts their yoga practice had on their well-being and overall health. Students reported reduced reliance on pain medication, improved neurological functioning, increased relaxation and diminished fatigue. An amputee student, who’s hip was also damaged in an accident reported “class has been helpful for me. It makes me more aware of breathing, more aware of postures, and it’s helpful with my gait.” He commented that “they’re helping me find a better alignment with my body.” Another student reported that yoga helps with calming down from all of the difficulties faced from life. “It’s always helpful because you get that somatic feeling, kinetic, or whatever it is, all of a sudden your body is in alignment, and everything relaxes, and you’re rebalanced and realigned.” Testimonials from students further reinforce the benefits of our adaptive yoga approach.

Individuals with conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, amputation, spinal fusion, stenosis, and herniated disc experienced enhanced self-awareness, improved flexibility, better balance, increased muscle strength, and heightened concentration. They also emphasized the positive impact on posture, breath control, body alignment, and overall relaxation.

To quote an existing student "I am a level-3 GMFCS and an ambulatory wheelchair user. Besides my apartment and Physical Therapy, the Samaṁkāya Studio is the only place I could get out of my wheelchair, move around, and discover my natural abilities…Yoga taught me how controlling my breathing can, ultimately, result in more control over my body…I learned a lot about what my body is capable of and how a little support can go a long way. I’ve become more flexible, and my condition has improved with only a month of weekly sessions. My confidence, mentality, and overall health have improved participating in Adaptive Yoga because I’ve been seen as more than a person with a disability. Months before joining Adaptive Yoga, I didn’t have much of a support system that was easily accessible. Socializing and inclusivity are extremely limited for people with physical disabilities. Imagine growing up being separated from the general population because you’re different and people don’t understand how to interact with you or provide the proper care for your needs. It’s essential to have a place where you’re genuinely included. The Samaṁkāya Studio is that place for me. It’s more than yoga; it’s a community that encouraged me to push past limitations. Continuing to fund this Non-Profit would plant a seed of strong and more independent individuals who are differently abled.”

We hope that you consider giving what you can to help this program continue!