Chair Yoga for Seniors at The Olde Homestead 🧘‍♀️

🪑 Chair Yoga for Seniors at The Olde Homestead focuses on improving balance, strength, and mobility through gentle postures performed while seated or standing with chair support. This accessible class is perfect for those with limited mobility or who need extra stability during exercise.

This class is suitable for people with limited mobility who may use walking aids, as well as those with reasonable mobility who can move around independently.

• Instructor: Tracy Adshead
• Location: The Olde Homestead, 92 Point Chevalier Road, Point Chevalier, Auckland
• Cost: $13 casual visit or $72 for a 6 class card
• Contact: 021 284 8444 or chairyoganz@gmail.com

Benefits of Chair Yoga for Older Adults 👵👴

Chair Yoga is a gentle form of yoga specifically designed for those who find traditional floor-based yoga challenging. It's an excellent option for seniors looking to maintain or improve their physical wellbeing in a safe, supportive environment.

Regular participation in Chair Yoga can provide numerous health benefits:

• Improved joint health and mobility - gentle movements help lubricate joints and increase range of motion
• Enhanced balance and stability - reduces fall risk by strengthening core muscles and improving proprioception
• Increased confidence in movement - builds body awareness and trust in your physical capabilities
• Better posture - strengthens back muscles and increases spinal awareness
• Reduced muscle tension - releases common areas of tightness in shoulders, neck, and back
• Stress reduction - incorporates breathing techniques that calm the nervous system

Chair Yoga is particularly valuable for those recovering from injury, managing chronic conditions like arthritis or osteoporosis, or simply wanting to stay active while reducing impact on joints. The chair provides stability and support, making yoga accessible to everyone regardless of fitness level or experience.

Classes typically include a gentle warm-up, mindful breathing, seated and standing postures (with the chair for support), and a relaxing cool-down. All movements are adaptable to suit individual needs and abilities, making this a truly inclusive form of exercise.

Join our welcoming community at The Olde Homestead and discover how Chair Yoga can help maintain your independence, improve your physical wellbeing, and bring more ease to your everyday movements.