Yoga: Chair Yoga for Beginners

What you'll learn

Learn chair yoga with our relaxing Chair Yoga course in Sydney!

Seated yoga, particularly when using a chair, offers many benefits that make it accessible for individuals of all ages and physical abilities. By adapting traditional yoga poses to a seated position, practitioners can enjoy the physical, mental, and emotional benefits of yoga while receiving additional support and stability from the chair.

One of the primary benefits of seated yoga is its accessibility. Using a chair allows individuals with mobility issues, chronic pain, or limited flexibility to participate in yoga practice safely and comfortably. The chair provides support for the body, reducing the risk of strain or injury, while still allowing practitioners to experience the full range of motion and stretching benefits associated with yoga poses.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this Chair Yoga course, you should be able to:

• Cultivate mindfulness and relaxation through guided breathing exercises.
• Increase flexibility, strength, and balance with chair-based yoga poses.
• Enhance body awareness and alignment for improved posture and mobility.
• Develop stress management techniques to promote mental clarity and emotional well-being.

Course content

What will be covered in this Chair Yoga course?

Session 1: Introduction to Chair Yoga

• Gentle warm-up exercises to prepare the body and mind.
• Basic seated yoga poses focusing on breath awareness and relaxation.

Session 2: Core Strength and Stability

• Strengthening exercises targeting the core muscles for better support and balance.
• Chair-based twists and stretches to release tension and increase flexibility.

Session 3: Upper Body Release

• Shoulder and neck exercises to alleviate stiffness and promote mobility.
• Chest-opening poses for improved posture and breath expansion.

Session 4: Lower Body Flexibility

• Seated leg stretches and hip openers to enhance flexibility and range of motion.
• Gentle movements to relieve tension in the hips, thighs, and calves.

Session 5: Relaxation and Meditation

• Guided relaxation techniques to induce deep relaxation and stress relief.
• Mindfulness meditation practices for mental clarity and emotional balance.

Session 6: Putting It All Together

• Integration of chair yoga sequences for a holistic practice.
• Tips for incorporating chair yoga into daily routines for ongoing benefits.

Intended audience

Who is this Chair Yoga course for?

This course is suitable for individuals of all ages and fitness levels, including seniors, office workers, and anyone seeking a gentle yet effective approach to yoga.

Course venue

Rozelle Campus

2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039 (corner of Gordon Street & Victoria Road)

Course materials

Learning resources

Handouts and supplementary materials provided during the workshop sessions.

What to bring to class

• Comfortable clothing suitable for gentle movement.
• Water bottle.
• Yoga mat (optional).

Additional information

Please note the following:

• Participants are encouraged to inform the instructor of any medical conditions or injuries before the workshop.
• Modifications and adjustments will be provided to accommodate individual needs and abilities.