Adaptive and Gentle Yoga to Increase Mobility

Adaptive and Gentle Yoga to Increase Mobility

This online yoga class will help people of varied abilities gradually increase their strength, flexibility and mobility through a series of adaptive poses.

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Designed for people of varied abilities, this virtual adaptive yoga class is unique in that it takes vinyasa-inspired sequences and adapts them to a hybrid seated and standing chair-assisted movement practice. Ground poses are offered for those who can get on the floor, with modifications and chair-based alternatives for those who cannot. We use hand weights in a few poses, and mindfulness, meditation and breathing (pranayama) are integral to the practice.   

This workout can help you gradually become stronger and more flexible, balanced and mobile. Props you may want to have handy: a chair without arms, 4“ x 6“ x 9“-inch yoga blocks or a rolled towel or blanket, an 8’ or 10’ yoga strap with a D-buckle, a Theraband and hand weights.  Please consult your physician before beginning any new exercise regimen.

Instructor Barbara Deurwaarder is a 500 RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher), meaning she has 500 hours of training as a teacher.

How to Join

Sign in to your AARP.org account or create an account to register for events (and complete a liability waiver). AARP membership is not required. You will receive an email with the Zoom link before the session.