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 early 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 early learners 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 social-emotional learning 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.​