The counselor loved the idea, and at the beginning of the year I'll be giving weekly lectures to teens. I'm still teaching two aquatic and one dry land yoga class each week as well. Bee says aquatic yoga is great for those with amputations because it provides an awareness of the mind and body. By focusing on correct breathing, one can tune in to where the body needs attention. They often are full of fear, apprehension and depression.
Rhythmic breathing allows the insides to calm and relax.
Then I start them in shallow water until they gain confidence. We start with some basic and easy arm movements, then I gradually move them into deeper water to start them on leg exercises. I also suggest my students do some basic leg, hip and torso stretching exercises while still in bed in the morning. This helps get the body moving, and prevents straining or muscle pulls. Those with amputations must remember it's imperative to keep the other leg, or arm if the case, moving, stretched and limber.