Adaptive Chair Yoga: Bringing the Benefits of Yoga to Everyone

Who said yoga was only for the young and flexible? A growing trend is making the ancient practice accessible to everyone, regardless of age or physical ability. Welcome to the world of adaptive chair yoga.

Changing the eye on old age and disability was the main engine of the development of yoga practice on chair or in armchair,” explains Magali Gasnier, a seasoned yoga instructor who has adopted this inclusive approach.

Breaking Barriers, Building Communities

Since the start of the school year, Gasnier has been offering chair yoga classes, tailored to any age or physical condition. She notes, Sometimes, after a health problem or simply because of age, people stop all physical activity. Staying sitting or holding the chair for more stability does not prevent certain postures and allows you to practice yoga even at 80 and over.”

The Benefits of Chair Yoga

• Fight against compression of the vertebrae and releases joint stiffness
• Improves breathing and promotes energy flow
• Calms the mind and reduces stress

Social Connection and More

The sessions also allow you to meet and have a good time. All the necessary equipment is on site, just come with flexible clothes,” adds Gasnier, emphasizing the social aspect of the classes.

Join the Movement

The yoga sessions on the chair take place every Thursday, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., in the multipurpose room. For more information, contact Rural families of Beaumont-sur-Sarthe at 06 14 94 05 63.

Did you know?

Chair yoga has its roots in the early 20th century when yoga masters began adapting practices for those who couldn’t stand or move easily.

FAQs

Don’t let age or ability hold you back from experiencing the benefits of yoga. Try adaptive chair yoga today!

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