Mindful Play Learning was born from the belief that play can be both powerful and purposeful. In 2013, Yolonda Deon Tyler, a mother, former counselor, and passionate advocate for childhood wellness, created the program inside her indoor play space, Amaya Papaya Playlounge, which she owned and operated for over a decade. What began as a creative way to bring more intention to play, evolved into a complete enrichment experience for kids and their adults.

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Through Yolonda’s signature framework, the 3 C’s of Play, Mindful Play Learning blends the benefits of mindfulness, yoga, and whole child development into one holistic program. Inspired by Montessori and Reggio Emilia philosophies, our approach helps children build a strong foundation for emotional well-being and lifelong joy, one breath, one stretch, and one playful moment at a time.​