UpRising Yoga

UpRising Yoga is dedicated to bringing yoga to Los Angeles and Orange Counties as those throughout California to those who cannot easily access yoga classes. We started in November 2011 and have taught every Tuesday night at Central Juvenile Hall for an hour to the Alpha and Omega units. On average we have about seven to ten students per unit each week. This program is offering the participants an opportunity to understand how yoga can be used effectively in all aspects of their life. We have seen enormously positive results thus far.
One example is a youth had acted out and was put in the "SHU" (Special Handling Unit- detention). He was reminded by staff how controlling his reaction and temper with breath work in yoga could help him manage his temper to avoid conflict. The youth understood and made this connection.