This module explores how Chair Yoga can support stress relief and relaxation, particularly for older adults navigating challenges such as isolation, chronic pain, grief, and lifestyle changes. You’ll learn how the nervous system responds to stress, the balance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems, and how breath and movement can help restore a sense of calm, safety, and stability.

You’ll be guided through key practices including pranayama, gentle movements, and restorative chair-based poses that encourage relaxation, improve posture and breathing, and support emotional regulation. With a focus on slow pacing, clear cues, and adaptable options, this module helps you create classes that allow students to unwind, reset, and reconnect with a sense of ease.