Individual Adaptive Yoga Therapy
Yoga Therapy Scholarship Scheme (YTSS)
YAMA Foundation conducted a study to measure the effects of yoga therapy as a form of early intervention and rehabilitation among 60 children with disabilities and special education needs (C-SEN). The study took place from January 2021 through December 2023. Study findings suggest that yoga therapy is an effective alternative to conventional therapy.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants who meet all of the following criteria are eligible to apply for this programme:
Must be aged 0-18 with moderate to severe disability or special needs;
Must demonstrate financial or other essential need (e.g., severity of disability or lack of therapeutic support);
Must commit to the full programme and agree to the YTSS Terms & Conditions to participate in the Scheme.
Please note that application does not guarantee placement. We announce placements for the scheme up to three times a year.
Parents of applicants wishing to be considered for the placement are strongly recommended to attend an online information session.
Intake Process
Under the scheme, all applications are reviewed by a panel committee and candidates selected for service based on need. YAMA will contact shortlisted candidates by email to confirm the placement.
To confirm placement, shortlisted candidates must complete the following registration process within seven (7) calendar days of notification:
Complete the online registration form, consenting to the YTSS Terms & Conditions.
Pay the programme deposit of HK$2500.
Book a Baseline Assessment Appointment
Once the above registration steps are complete, YAMA will match the participant with a studio venue and teacher. The assigned teacher will then be in touch with the Participant to schedule classes.
Participants must commit to attending all ten (10) yoga therapy sessions as scheduled. All sessions must be completed within the specified programme term (generally 12 weeks). Please refer to the YTSS Terms & Conditions regarding rescheduling of classes.
Upon completion of all therapy sessions, Participants will undergo a Final Assessment conducted by YAMA’s research partner.
Once all conditions have been fulfilled, the Participant is entitled to a full deposit refund.
