GoYo is a playful, movement-based social emotional learning (SEL) program designed for children. Classes combine gentle, yoga-inspired, movement, music, imagination, connection and coping skills in order to support emotional awareness, self-regulation, confidence and positive relationships. 

Social emotional learning (SEL) is the process through which children develop skills to understand and manage emotions, build positive relationships, and make responsible decisions. SEL is important because it helps children:

• Recognize and express their feelings

• Learn to calm themselves when upset

• Cooperate and communicate with others

• Solve problems and handle challenges

GoYo incorporates SEL naturally through movement, play and connection.

GoYo offers programs for multiple age groups:

• Ages 3-5

• Ages 6-9

• Ages 10-12

Most classes are designed for children to participate independently, without a caregiver present.

Select classes (typically for younger children) are offered as caregiver-and-child experiences and will be clearly labeled during registration.

No. Most GoYo classes are designed for children to attend on their own, similar to other enrichment or movement-based programs.

Caregiver participation is required only for designated caregiver-and-child classes, which are offered occasionally and clearly noted in program descriptions. 

Not at all! 

GoYo is not about poses being “correct.” Children are encouraged to explore movement in their own way and participate as much or as little as feels comfortable. Every child is supported at their own pace.

While classes include yoga-inspired movement, they are not traditional yoga classes. Movement is used as a tool to support emotional development rather than physical fitness or performance. 

GoYo is not therapy, counseling, or a mental health treatment.

While sessions may include elements and skills commonly practiced in therapeutic settings or group-based wellness programs, GoYo does not diagnose, treat, or provide clinical intervention.

GoYo is a preventative, educational, and wellness-based program focused on building foundational emotional skills in a supportive environment. 

Yes. GoYo is intentionally designed to be: 

• Sensory-aware

• Predictable and routine-based

• Flexible and inclusive

• Supportive of different communication styles

• Comfortable clothing that allows for movement (leggings, sweatpants, comfy tops). No special yoga attire is required.

• A water bottle (please label it with your child’s name).

• Non-slip socks are recommended

• GoYo provides mats, though families are welcome to bring their own if preferred.

  
  

No. GoYo is a secular program focused on emotional wellness, movement and connection. No religious or spiritual instruction is included. 

GoYo classes may be offered in:

• Community spaces

• Libraries

• Studios

• Schools or early childhood programs

• Outdoor spaces (seasonally)

Location details will be provided with registration.

Each class is approximately 30-45 minutes long.

Each class will be facilitated by both founders of GoYo Creative, Christina and Liz. 

For questions, partnerships or inquiries, please use the contact form on our website or reach out via email (goyocreativesel@gmail.com) or social media. We are happy to help!