About Allie
Hi, I’m Allie—a former early childhood special education teacher, mom of two, and the heart behind Sprout & Shine DFW. After nearly a decade teaching early childhood special education in a local public school district, I stepped away to work from home and raise my children. I fell in love with the freedom to create, explore, and connect through play, movement, and literature.
I believe learning should be joyful, embodied, and imaginative—especially in early childhood. My classes are built on the foundation of early childhood best practices: whole-child development, sensory integration, intentional play, and the power of connection.
With Sprout & Shine, I’m bringing together my love of teaching, yoga, storytelling, and art to create meaningful experiences where children can move their bodies, grow their minds, and bloom at their own pace.
Certified Kids Yoga Instructor
CPR/First Aid Certified
Certified Teacher: Early Childhood-6th Grade & Special Education
Why Yoga for Kids?
Yoga offers children so much more than just movement — it nurtures their bodies, minds, and hearts. Through playful poses, breathing exercises, and mindfulness activities, kids learn how to build strength, balance, and flexibility while also developing tools for focus and emotional regulation. Yoga encourages creativity, confidence, and self-expression, giving children a safe space to move, imagine, and grow.
In today’s busy world, yoga provides children with a chance to slow down, connect with themselves, and cultivate kindness — both toward themselves and others. By weaving in stories, music, and creative play, yoga becomes an engaging and joyful practice that helps kids shine from the inside out.
Kids Yoga Classes
Ages 5–10 | 60 minutes
This playful, engaging class invites kids to move, stretch, and connect with their bodies in a way that builds confidence, focus, and self-awareness.
Designed specifically for elementary-aged children, Kids Yoga blends creative movement, yoga poses, games, and mindfulness practices to support both physical development and emotional well-being. Each class offers a balance of energy and calm—helping kids build strength and coordination while also learning tools to regulate their bodies and feelings.
Classes are intentionally designed to be inclusive and low-pressure—there’s no expectation to be perfect. Kids are encouraged to listen to their bodies, try new things, and most importantly, have fun.
Types of Classes
Little Bloomers Parent & Child Classes
Ages 18 months-4 years | 30-45 minutes
A joyful bonding experience designed especially for toddlers and their caregivers. Each class blends gentle movement, playful yoga-inspired stretches, music, and sensory exploration to nurture both body and mind. Together, you’ll sing, move, and play through engaging activities that encourage early motor development, creativity, and social-emotional skills—all while strengthening the caregiver–child connection.
Our warm, welcoming environment gives little ones the space to wiggle, wonder, and grow, while caregivers enjoy intentional time to connect, support their child’s curiosity, and share in the joy of discovery.
Story Yoga Classes
Ages 18 months-6 years | 30 minutes
Where stories come to life through movement and imagination! In this playful class, children step into the pages of a picture book and explore its themes through yoga-inspired poses, creative movement, and mindful breathing. As the story unfolds, kids embody characters, act out adventures, and discover the joy of connecting literature with movement.
Each class also includes a short mindfulness activity—such as guided breathing, visualization, or a calming game—that helps children build focus and emotional awareness. To round out the experience, we may finish with a simple craft activity inspired by the story, flexing our self-expression and creativity muscles.
Story Yoga nurtures the whole child—body, mind, and heart—by combining literacy, movement, and mindfulness in a way that feels like play. It’s the perfect balance of fun, focus, and creativity, leaving children with tools they can carry into everyday life.
Contact Us
If you’re interested in bringing Sprout & Shine to your studio, school, community event, or organization, please complete the form below and we will be in touch!
sproutandshinedfw@gmail.com
817-905-7480