15 Hour Continuing Education Course

Learn to make yoga accessible to all populations through this comprehensive Chair Yoga training. Discover how to adapt traditional yoga practices with a chair as foundational support. Chair Yoga is especially supportive to aging populations, office workers, those rehabilitating injuries or with limited mobility, and anyone seeking a gentler approach to yoga.

Course Overview

This specialized training equips yoga teachers with the skills to safely and effectively teach Chair Yoga to diverse populations. Learn creative adaptations of traditional postures, proper alignment principles, and specific teaching methodologies for working with students who may have physical limitations or prefer seated practice.

What You Will Learn

• Intelligent and creative Chair Yoga sequence development

• Safe modification techniques for traditional asanas

• Understanding common physical limitations and conditions

• Proper use of props and chair positioning

• Techniques for promoting body awareness and proper alignment

• Methods for incorporating pranayama and meditation

• Strategies for teaching in various settings (corporate, senior centers, rehabilitation facilities, etc.)

• Ways to create an inclusive and welcoming environment

Course Components

• Chair-adapted versions of classical yoga poses

• Standing poses using chair support

• Seated flow sequences

• Balance practices and fall prevention

• Chair-based pranayama and meditation techniques

• Gentle stretching and joint mobility exercises

• Manual with detailed posture guide

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, you will be able to:

• Design and teach safe, effective Chair Yoga classes

• Adapt traditional postures for seated practice

• Address common physical limitations and conditions

• Create sequences for specific populations

• Teach in various settings and environments

• Understand precautions and contraindications

• Offer modifications for different ability levels

• Lead seated meditation and relaxation practices

Special Focus Areas

• Teaching seniors and active aging populations

• Corporate yoga and office wellness programs

• Working with students with limited mobility

• Adaptive yoga for special populations

• Integration with physical therapy and rehabilitation

• Fall prevention and balance training

• Stress reduction and relaxation techniques

Certification Details

• 15 CEU hours recognized by Yoga Alliance

• Certificate of completion awarded

• Includes both contact hours and home study components

• Pre-requisite: 200-hour yoga teacher certification

This practical and empowering training will expand your teaching skills and enable you to bring the benefits of yoga to diverse populations who may not be able to participate in traditional yoga classes.