Gentle Chair Yoga
Accessible, supportive movement for strength, mobility and confidence
Chair Yoga offers a gentle and practical way to move your body without needing to get up and down from the floor. Using a chair for support throughout, the class focuses on building strength, improving mobility and helping you feel more comfortable and capable in everyday life.
Drawing on Hatha yoga, somatic movement and breath awareness, you'll be guided to move in a way that works for your body. Whether that's enjoying a good stretch, improving balance and coordination, or gradually building confidence in movement, the emphasis is always on working with your body rather than against it.
There is no pressure to keep up or perform. Just clear guidance, a calm atmosphere and plenty of support along the way.
What to expect
Each session includes:
- Gentle warm-ups to ease stiffness and bring awareness to the body
- Seated movement and supported standing options
- Mobility work for joints, particularly the shoulders, hips and spine
- Simple "brain yoga" activities to support coordination and focus
- Breathwork to support energy, relaxation and wellbeing
- Time to settle at the end and leave feeling calmer and more organised
The chair is used throughout for stability, reassurance and ease.
Benefits
Regular practice can help to:
- Improve mobility, balance and coordination
- Build strength in a safe and supported way
- Reduce stiffness and discomfort
- Support confidence with movement and daily activities
- Encourage better posture and body awareness
- Gently support coordination, focus and cognitive engagement
- Calm the nervous system and reduce stress
- Create a sense of routine and enjoyment
Many people notice they feel more capable, steady and at ease in their bodies over time - and often leave feeling a little lighter too.
Who it’s suitable for
Chair Yoga may be particularly helpful if you:
- Prefer not to get up and down from the floor
- Are returning to movement after illness, injury or a period of inactivity
- Experience stiffness, reduced mobility or balance concerns
- Want a gentler, more supported style of yoga
- Are looking for a friendly, inclusive class without pressure or expectations
No previous yoga experience is needed.
Is this the right class for me?
Chair Yoga is the most supported of our regular classes, with the chair remaining central throughout the practice.
If you'd like a class that combines chair work with more standing movement and optional mat-based practice, you may wish to explore Adaptive Yoga instead.
Ready to join?
If this feels like the right fit for you, you're very welcome to join.
Frequently asked questions
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Whatever you feel the most comfortable in. Wear clothing that is comfortable to move and stretch in. Materials that breathe and wick away moisture are the most comfortable. Shoes and socks are not worn in class. If you feel uncomfortable without socks then we recommend yoga toe socks which allow you to grip and move your toes properly.
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Yes please. We don't have storage facilities. If you don't have a mat for your first session you could use a folded towel. Once you are committed to regular yoga it would be wise to purchase your own mat - Vicky can help you source one.
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Always make sure that Vicky is aware, before the class, of any injuries or issues so that she can make accommodations in the class. It is important to let Vicky know of any changes since the initial medical forms were completed. Unfortunately the schedules yoga classes are not appropriate during pregnancy.
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Please arrive 5 minutes before class starts so that you can set up and class can commence on time.
