In the golden land of California, where palm trees sway lazily in the Pacific Ocean breeze and the sun smiles down warmly each day, there exists a tribe of extraordinary kids known as the Yogidoodles. Now, these aren't your average kids. No, sir! These Yogidoodles are real-life, bendy, stretchy superheroes! Our story begins in the bustling city of Los Angeles, where buildings touch the sky and surfers dot the ocean waves. This is where our young Yogidoodles gather. They are a zany bunch of kids, each with their own quirky style and funny quirks. Take Billy "Bamboo" Bridges, for example. Billy can stretch like a bamboo stalk, tall and straight one moment, bending and swaying in the wind the next. Then there’s Luna "Lotus" Lopez, who can twist her body into the shape of a blooming lotus flower, while her sidekick, a snorting bulldog named Tofu, attempts his own version of Downward Dog. And we can’t forget Max "Mountain" Mitchell, who turns into a majestic mountain when he stands with his legs wide and arms stretching towards the sky. These Yogidoodles believe that yoga is not just about touching your toes (which is pretty cool though); it’s about what you learn on the way down. Like how to laugh at yourself when you tumble out of a pose, or how to breathe deeply and find your calm when life gets a bit topsy-turvy – just like a good, old California earthquake! So, if you ever find yourself in California amidst the palm trees and ocean breeze, look for the Yogidoodles. They'll be the kids laughing, stretching, and posing – turning the world into their own personal yoga playground.
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
Howard and Rebecca Luck, a couple with a special needs son, have made a remarkable journey from the struggles of special needs parenting to becoming the proud owners of the We Rock the Spectrum Northridge franchise. After facing many obstacles, Howard was determined to defy the odds and prove himself. He worked hard to obtain a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing, and in 2018 he and Rebecca began volunteering and working with We Rock the Spectrum. When they heard about the opportunity to own the Northridge franchise, they knew it was the perfect fit for their future. Their story of perseverance and helping those with different abilities is an inspiring example of the core values of We Rock the Spectrum.