A Wellness Blog by The Yoga Dance Co

Instructor Spotlight: Stephanie Wong — Where Movement Meets Mindfulness
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Instructor Spotlight: Stephanie Wong — Where Movement Meets Mindfulness

This week, we’re thrilled to feature Stephanie Wong, one of our beloved aerial instructors whose teaching blends grace, creativity, and deep emotional awareness. Stephanie’s journey is a beautiful example of how movement can become a bridge between the body, mind, and soul — and how aerial dance can awaken a profound sense of freedom and self-expression.

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Cozy Fall Fuel: Cinnamon Zucchini Protein Muffins for the Whole Family
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Cozy Fall Fuel: Cinnamon Zucchini Protein Muffins for the Whole Family

At The Yoga Dance Co, we love nourishing the body and soul — both in the air and in the kitchen. These Cinnamon Zucchini Protein Muffins are a fall favorite because they’re wholesome, subtly sweet, and full of protein to keep you (and your little ones) fueled for the day — whether that means a Saturday morning aerial class, a park playdate, or a cozy afternoon at home.

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Benefits of Mindfulness for Neurodivergent Children
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Benefits of Mindfulness for Neurodivergent Children

This week, we’re honored to feature a thoughtful guest post by Breezy Ocaña Flaquer—an astrophysicist, longtime yoga practitioner, and educator—who beautifully explores the powerful connection between mindfulness and neurodivergent learning. With insights drawn from both research and personal experience, Breezy highlights how mindfulness practices can support attention, emotional regulation, and social connection in children with ADHD and autism. A must-read for parents, educators, and anyone curious about how movement, breath, and presence can create space for every child to thrive.

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Post-Workout Recovery Meals: Restore and Rebuild Naturally
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Post-Workout Recovery Meals: Restore and Rebuild Naturally

You just crushed your aerial class or flowed your heart out in yoga—now what? You could plop on the couch with a bag of chips (we’ve all been there), or you could treat your body to what it really needs: the right foods to rebuild muscles, replenish energy, and reduce soreness.

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A woman and child in aerial yoga hammock inside a studio with purple walls and wooden ceiling beams. The woman is smiling, wearing a cap and gray t-shirt, holding onto the hammock, while the child peeks out from inside. The background shows a storage unit with shelves and yoga mats.

Auburn Haney, Founder + Instructor + Owner

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