Come join us for FREE Chair Yoga with Susan Ashley
When: Monday mornings From 10-11am
Where: The Andrea McCoy Recreation Center
181 Hillman St. New Bedford
This program is Sponsored by
New Bedford's Council on Aging
Chair Yoga is a one hour, chair-based fitness integrating elements of yoga and Pilates for a full body/mind workout. These elements are combined dynamic in dynamic ways that include seated and standing yoga/Pilates poses and movements to enhance core-strength, flexibility and relaxation. Special attention is focused on being in the present moment, moving mindfully with with your breath through your range of motion with core stability. This class is designed to build mind/body awareness while strengthening core and skeletal muscles, increasing flexibility and promoting stability, and an overall feeling of well-being. This fitness program is fun and easily modified to accommodate different fitness levels. Also, there is no need to get down on the floor- perfect for those who have difficulty getting up from the floor. It is recommended that you wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat to class. Additionally, while Chair Yoga can be done wearing exercise shoes, just wearing socks or being barefoot is an option during class as well. Please don't forget about hydration, a working body and mind needs water.