CHAIR YOGA
NEW to Friday evenings, NEW location!
The most accessible of all yoga styles,
for any body shape, size, and ability
~ fully supported & stable ~
~ mobilise joints safely ~
~ celebrate gains in movement ~
5:30pm every Friday evening
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Mackie Rd Neighbourhood House, Mulgrave
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5:30pm every Friday evening ••• Mackie Rd Neighbourhood House, Mulgrave •••
This class is for you if:
You are managing a chronic condition and/or disability
You are recovering from illness, injury, surgery, or are post-partum
Your balance and/or mobility is compromised
Yoga has been recommended to you by a medical professional
You experience age-related physical restriction and/or pain
You yearn for a supportive, non-judgmental group activity
You’re keen to learn about and explore different healing practices
You want to add yoga to your workplace’s wellbeing program
Yes, YOU can do Yoga!
your
needs
met
Are you the kind of person who doesn’t relish rolling around on the floor but you want to have a mindful movement practice that has you feeling connected to your body once more?
Chair Yoga classes will show you just how many yoga practices can be adapted for the chair, whether you remain seated throughout, or hold onto the chair back or seat for stability and support.
Using the chair as a prop allows you to safely explore how your body moves and feels, helping you gain awareness of your posture, weight distribution, and connection to the stable seat beneath you.
Notice how your confidence grows as you learn to trust in your body and its ability.
gentle
inclusive
support
The Details:
WHAT:
An accessible group yoga class that uses chairs as supportive props
COST:
$26 drop-in price
or buy a Class Pass
WHEN:
5:30pm to 6:30pm
every Friday evening
LOCATION:
Willow Room
Mackie Rd Neighbourhood House
36-42 Mackie Road, Mulgrave
What to Expect:
Small class sizes
Means there’s plenty of room for your comfort and personal space, while allowing the teacher to mindfully and safely monitor every student
Clear directions & demonstrations
Simple language without all the jargon and woo-woo, and teacher demonstrations so you can follow along while feeling how your body responds
Options to suit your needs
In a class of mixed abilities and needs, you’ll be offered different ways to try a pose so you can adjust to find what works best for you
Different yoga practices to try
Yoga isn’t just about the poses. Practice breathwork, maintaining your focus, mindfulness meditation and other somatic practices so you feel better connected in your body-mind
Practice in community
Be part of the collective energy in class and practice with like-minded souls, forming connections, belonging and social wellbeing
Retirement Villages, Aged Care, Schools & Businesses
Is your current Wellbeing Program delivering results for your students, residents, clients or staff?
Yogic practices such as mindful breathing, moving the body for joint mobility, strength and balance, and simple meditation techniques can support the people you care for and work with in the following domains:
Stress Management
Recognise the signs of acute (quick onset) and chronic (long-term) stress, and implement safe practices and methods to regulate the nervous system.
Mental Clarity
Know how to task focus, rather than “task switch”, and to take the time for mini mental breaks to improve individual outcomes and productivity.
Physical Stamina
Practice stretches to provide relief from tension felt during long periods of sitting, standing, and repetitive actions, and improve ongoing stamina.
Community
Experience hands-on, active sessions or workshops that are relevant, accessible and fun to foster a culture of trust and support with your valued team.
What Others Have Said
“Tania’s yoga session was great! We asked if she could come to our dental clinic for a 30-minute session with the staff. She was very professional and calming. Tania was able to guide us through all of the movements and explained the reason behind every single one. No previous yoga experience was required and she was able to tailor the session according to each individual’s needs and capabilities. We loved the session! Thank you, Tania.”
“We asked Tania to visit our Year Four classes to demonstrate and teach Yoga and Mindfulness as an extension to our Respectful Relationships program. The students were fully engaged during their yoga exercises and breathing activities. They felt calm and happy afterwards. It was well worthwhile.”