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For all my chair yoga classes classes I offer modifications to increase and decrease intensity as requested. We aim for a good stretch, a bit of a workout, and some valuable mind-quiet time, all to help reinforce that ever important connection between your body and your mind. Participate at your appropriate level: breathe, hydrate, stay safe! Use whatever props you need to support yourself, and have water nearby.
These classes are open to all ages, all levels. They classes are gentle, combining both chair and standing postures to provide what the class needs on any given day.
Each class includes breathing practices (pranayama), postures (asana) rooted in functional movement, yoga philosophy, anatomy and physiology information, and of course relaxation (savasana) and meditation. They incorporate flexibility exercises that can improve posture, increase the range of motion around joints, and improve agility and gait. Muscular strength exercises can slow the cellular aging process, and improve muscle mass to increase an overall sense of vitality and improve balance and coordination.
Each class includes breathing practices (pranayama), postures (asana) rooted in functional movement, yoga philosophy, anatomy and physiology information, and of course relaxation (savasana) and meditation. They incorporate flexibility exercises that can improve posture, increase the range of motion around joints, and improve agility and gait. Muscular strength exercises can slow the cellular aging process, and improve muscle mass to increase an overall sense of vitality and improve balance and coordination.
Work on your flexibility and balance with gentle yoga suitable for adults of all ages.
- Chair are provided; bring any yoga props (blocks, straps, blanket) that you might need.
- Bring water/hydration.
- Wear tie shoes if you do not plan on removing your shoes; flip flops or open back shoes are not secure enough for our practice.
Chair Yoga at the Lemon Grove Library
Every Fridays 9:00-10:55 AM
3001 School Street, Lemon Grove, CA 91945
Chair Yoga at the Skyline Hills Library
Fridays 10:45-11:30 AM
7900 Paradise Valley Road, San Diego, CA 92139
The Following Classes will be led by new instructors as of August 1, 2024:
Chair Yoga at the Bonita-Sunnyside County Library
Mondays 10:45-11:30 AM
4375 Bonita Road, Bonita CA 91902
Chair Yoga at the Serra Mesa Library
Tuesdays 11:45 AM-12:30 PM
9005 Aero Dr, San Diego, CA 92123
Chair Yoga at the La Mesa Library
Wednesdays 11-11:55 AM
8074 Allison Ave., La Mesa, CA 91942
- This class starts before the library opens so please arrive early at the front door so staff can let you in. We may not be able to accommodate late-comers once class begins.
