About Us
Bala-yogini is passionate about being able to find wellness at any age in a supported non-competitive environment. Our philosophy is to find the here and now through sensory exploration and creativity.
The nurturing atmosphere helps children of find relaxation while learning to be aware of there mind, body and breath, while developing strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, but also better focus, concentration and self confidence.
Bala-yogini is a holistic practice, with inner and outer focus. But most importantly, It’s fun!
Benefits of Yoga for Kids
- Improves strength, flexibility and balance
- Increases sensory and body awareness
- Helps build concentration and focus
- Increases self confidence and positive self-image
- Teaches how to self regulate stress and anxiety
- Encourages cooperation and teamwork
Yogini-Team
Lovely Lyn - Owner / Director
Lovely Lyn is the owner and director of Bala-yogini. She started exploring yoga over a decade ago, and saw the positive impact it had on adults, kids, and teens. Her mission is to make yoga accessible to everyone and help people connect with their inner awareness.
Lovely Lyn is a mom of 2 and a Yoga teacher for ALL beings! She’s been practicing yoga for 10 years and continues to learn patience, compassion and understanding thru her experience in mindfulness and movement. Lyn is a 700 hr RYT, 95 RCYT as well as an Early Childcare Educator and has been teaching Stress management and Wellness seminars for Wellness 4 Business.
She loves blending creativity and exploration into her practice, which then lead her to teaching Children’s & Teens Yoga and chair yoga. Mixing her personal touch of Mindfulness and Movement combined with ALOT of playfulness and fun is always a must! If Lovely Lyn can plant even a small seed of self -care into the hearts and minds of anyone who she is lucky enough to meet, that’s where she finds happiness.
Yogini Teachers
Kelley Mercado
Introducing Kelley Mercado – a wellness warrior and dedicated mother of three, on a mission to share her knowledge with those who need it most. As a Corporate Mindfulness Instructor Kelley knows how to help us manage the stresses of work and everyday life. But her passion doesn’t stop there – Kelley is also committed to teaching the neurodiverse and neurotypical communities (children & adults), making her knowledge and expertise accessible to all. As a Continuing Education Provider and a 500hr ERYT through the Yoga Alliance, you can trust that you’ll be in great hands with Kelley!
Kaelyn (Yogini 1) & Molly (Yogini 2)
Kaelyn and Molly have been helping bala-yogini since 2018. From assisting and helping children to get into the poses, encouraging positive energy and confidence building, these two are shining examples of good role modeling! They love working with kids and it really shows – their fun personality and witty banter keeps the class lighthearted and enjoyable.
