Reflex Yoga
A NEURODEVELOPMENTAL APPROACH
What Is Reflex Yoga?
Reflex Yoga is a unique form of therapeutic neurodevelopmental yoga designed to support the nervous system, emotional regulation, and whole-body integration. It is a gentle yet powerful practice that combines rhythmic movement, breath, and mindful awareness to rehabilitate the primitive reflex system, the foundation of our neurological, physical, and emotional development.
By working at the root of these early movement patterns, Reflex Yoga helps restore balance between brain and body, allowing regulation, clarity, and ease to emerge naturally.
THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE PRACTICE
Understanding Primitive Reflexes
Primitive reflexes originate in the brainstem and guide the involuntary movements that support development in infancy. These reflexes help form essential connections between the brain and body, laying the groundwork for movement, coordination, learning, and emotional stability.
Ideally, reflexes integrate as a child develops. However, due to neurodivergence, trauma, stress, illness, or disrupted early experiences, reflexes may remain retained or re-emerge later in life as a protective response.
Retained reflexes can contribute to a wide range of challenges, including sensory processing difficulties, emotional dysregulation, anxiety and stress patterns, developmental delays, issues with coordination and balance, as well as sleep disruption and ongoing fatigue. Reflex Yoga supports the integration of these reflexes through natural, rhythmic movements that mirror early developmental patterns, helping the nervous system return to a more regulated and balanced state.
HOW REFLEX YOGA WORKS
A Gentle Path to Regulation and Integration
Reflex Yoga uses specific sequences of rhythmic, repetitive movements, similar to those experienced in utero or early infancy, to help the nervous system complete unfinished developmental patterns.
Reflex Yoga uses rhythmic, developmentally informed movement to help the brain and body reconnect, supporting smoother communication, coordination, and integrated neurological function.
Gentle sequences help release long-held physical tension and emotional holding patterns, allowing the body and nervous system to move beyond stress-based responses.
Practices are delivered with sensitivity and choice, supporting regulation without overwhelm and allowing the nervous system to settle safely at its own pace.
Through predictable rhythm, breath, and mindful movement, Reflex Yoga promotes deep relaxation and a sense of internal safety essential for healing and wellbeing.
OUR APPROACH
What Makes Yotism Different
Yotism is not a general yoga practice adapted for autism.
Our work is purpose-built for neurodivergent minds and bodies.
Neurodevelopmental Focus
Every method we teach is designed with an understanding of neurological development, sensory processing, and regulation.
Integration of Science and Yoga
Our approach combines modern neuro-sensory knowledge with time-tested yogic practices, ensuring our work is both evidence-informed and holistic.
Sensory & Nervous System Regulation
We prioritise safety, rhythm, and predictability, helping the nervous system settle before expecting engagement or expression.
Trauma-Informed and Autism-Aware
We work respectfully with difference, never forcing compliance, and always honouring individual thresholds and needs.
OUR METHODS
The Work We Do
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Yoga for Autism
Yoga for Autism is a gentle, structured practice created to support children and adults with autism and other neurodivergent profiles.
Through carefully guided movement, breath, and sensory awareness, the practice supports:
- Nervous system regulation
- Emotional expression and release
- Body awareness and coordination
- Communication and social engagement
Sessions are adaptable, predictable, and grounded in safety, allowing participants to engage at their own pace.
Reflex Yoga
Yoga for Autism is a gentle, structured practice created to support children and adults with autism and other neurodivergent profiles.
Through carefully guided movement, breath, and sensory awareness, the practice supports:
- Nervous system regulation
- Emotional expression and release
- Body awareness and coordination
- Communication and social engagement
Sessions are adaptable, predictable, and grounded in safety, allowing participants to engage at their own pace.
OUR VALUES
What Guides Us
Everything we do at Yotism is guided by a clear set of values.
These principles shape how we teach, how we practise, and how we support those who trust us with their learning and healing.
01
Compassion over correction
We meet individuals where they are, responding with understanding rather than trying to fix or change behaviour. Safety and trust always come first.
02
Regulation before expectation
A settled nervous system is the foundation for learning, communication, and growth. We never demand engagement before the body feels safe.
03
Sustainable Brand Identity
Every neurodivergent journey is unique. Our work honours personal rhythms, boundaries, and ways of expressing the world.
04
Evidence with heart
We combine research-informed practice with empathy and intuition, ensuring our work is both effective and deeply human.
05
Long-term wellbeing over short-term results
We focus on sustainable regulation and development, not quick outcomes. Real change happens gently, over time.
HEAD TRAINER AND FOUNDER
Nicole Zimbler
Nicole has a lifetime passionate connection for therapeutically meeting those with diverse needs. At the age of 16 she started volunteering for Mencap offering respite for families of children with profound Autism. From that moment on she has never strayed from supporting the SEN community.
At 20 she trained as a yoga teacher, Reiki practitioner and Holistic Therapist and since then has grown and developed with the world of yoga as we know it now along with the opening of awareness, diagnosis and science backed information for Autism, ADHD and SEN in all its diversity.
TRAINER AND FOUNDER
Veronika Pena de La Jara
Nicole has a lifetime passionate connection for therapeutically meeting those with diverse needs. At the age of 16 she started volunteering for Mencap offering respite for families of children with profound Autism. From that moment on she has never strayed from supporting the SEN community.
At 20 she trained as a yoga teacher, Reiki practitioner and Holistic Therapist and since then has grown and developed with the world of yoga as we know it now along with the opening of awareness, diagnosis and science backed information for Autism, ADHD and SEN in all its diversity.
SPECIALIST EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT
Sarah Hopwood
Nicole has a lifetime passionate connection for therapeutically meeting those with diverse needs. At the age of 16 she started volunteering for Mencap offering respite for families of children with profound Autism. From that moment on she has never strayed from supporting the SEN community.
At 20 she trained as a yoga teacher, Reiki practitioner and Holistic Therapist and since then has grown and developed with the world of yoga as we know it now along with the opening of awareness, diagnosis and science backed information for Autism, ADHD and SEN in all its diversity.
TRAINER
Viera Labathova
Nicole has a lifetime passionate connection for therapeutically meeting those with diverse needs. At the age of 16 she started volunteering for Mencap offering respite for families of children with profound Autism. From that moment on she has never strayed from supporting the SEN community.
At 20 she trained as a yoga teacher, Reiki practitioner and Holistic Therapist and since then has grown and developed with the world of yoga as we know it now along with the opening of awareness, diagnosis and science backed information for Autism, ADHD and SEN in all its diversity.
OUR COMMUNITY
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