Yoga Therapy for Children’s Autism Training with Evelyns Gaiti, B.A., M.A., E-RYT500, RCYT – October 23, 24, 25 & 30, 2026: Online Course for Autism Support and Yoga Therapy Re-certification
Experience the convenience of our fully online, bilingual Zoom course! Save on travel expenses and earn accredited recertification hours from the comfort of your home. This course is designed to accommodate both English and Spanish speakers, ensuring a comprehensive and accessible learning experience for everyone.
This training has been designated by the International Association of Yoga Therapists as an Approved Professional Development course. This course also provides credit toward certification as a Children’s Yoga Specialist through AUM hOMe Shala.
- Friday, October 23, 2026: 6-9pm (EST)
- Saturday + Sunday, October 24-25, 2026: 11am-7pm (EST)
- Friday, October 30, 2026: 6-8pm (EST)
Studies show that physical activity boosts social skills, communication, alertness, and strength in children with autism. Discover these insights in our blog post on the Therapeutic Benefits of Yoga for Children with Autism. Enroll in our 24-hour course to gain research-based and practical knowledge for addressing situations and issues when working with this population. Learn to design and deliver effective yoga classes, class series, or “yoga breaks” for children with autism, ages 7–12.
This training includes pre- and post-course components with interactive sessions via Zoom.
Course Highlights:
- Comprehensive understanding of autism
- Strategies for establishing connection, managing behavior, and promoting relaxation
- Techniques for teaching self-regulation and breathing exercises
- Ideas for sequencing and modifying yoga for individual needs within a group class
Ideal for yoga teachers, yoga therapists, special-needs educators, and caregivers, this course equips you to offer yoga-based tools to children with autism. No prior certification as a yoga teacher or medical professional is required to apply.
“Evelyn’s teaching skills are excellent. Her pace, the material she taught, and her ability to introduce ways for us to practice the material were excellent. The whole class was amazing, and I will recommend and share it with anyone looking to introduce yoga to children with autism, caregivers, and teachers who want to learn how to use yoga as a tool. —E. O.”
“I really appreciated how passionate Evelyn is about helping children and how extensively she has studied the nuances of living on the spectrum. She teaches from her own work, and it’s clear that it’s impactful. I have really struggled with teaching even neurotypical children yoga, but she gave us so many tools and methodologies. —A. F.”
Tuition Structure for Children’s Autism Training: $625
Before August 30: super early bird: less $75
September 1 – September 15: less $50
September 16 – September 30: less $25
After November 1: regular price
Our Cancellation and Enrollment Policy: Cancelations made at least 3 weeks prior to the program start date are eligible for a full refund, with a $100 nonrefundable processing fee deducted. Cancelations made between 3 weeks and 1 week prior will receive a refund of half the tuition, minus the $100 non-refundable processing fee. Cancelations within 1 week of the program start date are nonrefundable. AUM hOMe Shala reserves the right to decline enrollment due to space limitations or other concerns. In the event that AUM hOMe Shala cancels a course due to under-enrollment, students will be notified within 24–48 hours and promptly refunded.
Evelyns Gaiti, B.A., M.A., RCYT, E-RYT 500, is an AUM hOMe Shala–trained Clinical Yoga Therapist with over 1,200 hours of advanced study integrating yoga’s therapeutic applications for children and teens with diverse needs. She holds a B.A. in Special Needs Education, an M.A. in Linguistics, and an Associate Degree in Behavioral Science.
A special needs educator for more than 25 years, Evelyns began blending yoga into her developmental therapy work after witnessing the transformative effects of breathing and mindful movement on her students. She later completed specialized trainings in Restorative Yoga, Yoga Therapy for Children, and Yoga Education for Autism Spectrum, earning her 95-Hour RCYT Children’s Yoga Teacher Specialist certification at AUM hOMe Shala.
Evelyns also brings expertise in Sensory Impairment and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and is certified in Sound Bowl Healing and Reiki Master Natural Healing. Her compassionate, creative approach empowers children to connect body, breath, and mind through yoga therapy.
Melinda Atkins, M.ED, MSc., C-IAYT, RCYT, E-RYT 500, is the founding director of AUM hOMe Shala, a 501(c)(3) non-profit and internationally accredited yoga therapy school offering Yoga Alliance–registered teacher trainings and a clinical yoga therapist certification accredited by the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT). Established in 2005 and accredited since 2014, AUM hOMe Shala is recognized for its innovative programs that bring yoga therapy to hospitals, universities, schools, and community organizations. Melinda earned her 500-hour certification at the Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health and completed her Yoga Therapy certification at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. She holds master’s degrees in Educational Administration (University of Florida) and Pharmacy (University of Maryland, summa cum laude), where she was inducted into the Phi Kappa Phi honor society. With over 40,000 hours of teaching experience, she is among the first in Florida certified by IAYT through its grandfathering process and serves as a member of the IAYT Accreditation Review Committee. In addition to her clinical and academic work with adults, Melinda has designed and directed therapeutic yoga programs for children with autism, ADHD, and other developmental and behavioral challenges, helping young participants cultivate focus, confidence, and self-regulation through movement and breath. In 2021, she contributed to Yoga Therapy Foundations, Tools, and Practice: A Comprehensive Textbook and continues to design and write grants for free community programs for Parkinson’s and other neuro-motor conditions.