Chair Yoga
Description of Chair Yoga
Chair yoga with Holly Nourish your mind and your body
What to expect
Seated yoga, moving mindfully with the breath, bringing attention to all parts of the body from the fingers to the toes. We use the chair to feel safe and secure and for support whilst standing. Each class encompasses mindful movements, meditation and relaxation.
Benefits of chair yoga:
· Increases joint mobility
· Increases circulation and energy
· Improves immunity, digestion and sleep
· Improves flexibility and strength
· Improves posture and balance
· Reduces stress and anxiety
· Reduces high blood pressure
· Improves overall health and wellbeing
Holly is an experienced yoga teacher and nutritionist. She also teaches chair yoga in retirement villages and in people’s private homes. She has a nutrition clinic in Devonport called “The Food Pharmacy”, see her website: www.thefoodpharmacy.co.nz. Holly has also written a book called “Chair Yoga and Nutrition for seniors”.
Who can join
Everyone is welcome! Come and try it for free.
What to bring and wear
Please wear comfortable clothing.
Testimonial
“When my daughter suggested I try Holly’s chair yoga class, it was the best thing I ever did. Having difficulty kneeling and getting on and off the floor after knee surgeries, I’ve found chair yoga to be just what I need to keep my joints supple” Valerie
“Chair yoga with Holly has taught me to breathe correctly, to stretch my muscles carefully and relax completely” June
“Chair yoga gave me much more than I expected. It helped me slow my mind and appreciate life through new eyes. Holly’s instruction has given me a sense of inner peace and new-found energy. I find chair yoga to be very good for my general health and the guided breathing and movement makes it effortless and more rewarding than I could have ever expected” Patrick
“Since doing chair yoga my blood pressure has decreased significantly. I love it!” Georgie