Gentle movement, greater mobility and a calmer mind
Yoga doesn't have to involve getting down onto a mat, complicated postures or being particularly flexible. Chair yoga makes the wonderful benefits of yoga accessible through gentle, supported movements that can be adapted to suit your body, mobility and individual needs. Using a chair as your foundation, you can explore a whole range of stretches, movements, breathing techniques and relaxation practices, without needing to get up and down from the floor.
Chair yoga is a wonderful way to improve flexibility, maintain joint mobility and build strength through gentle, mindful movement. The sequences encourage movement through the spine, shoulders, hips, arms and legs, helping to ease everyday stiffness and improve your awareness of how your body moves. Even relatively simple seated movements can help encourage circulation, improve posture and keep the body moving when standing exercises or traditional yoga postures feel less accessible.
One of the lovely things about chair yoga is that it meets you where you are. You don't need to be flexible, fit or experienced in yoga to begin. Whether you're returning to movement after a break, managing reduced mobility, finding traditional yoga challenging, or simply looking for a gentler way to exercise, chair yoga offers an opportunity to move at your own pace. The chair provides additional support and stability, allowing you to focus on the movements and enjoy the experience with greater confidence.
The benefits extend beyond the physical body. Emily’s classes in Surrey are friendly and many people make new friends and have a good laugh each week. Also, yoga is a mind-body practice, and the combination of gentle movement, conscious breathing and relaxation can have a wonderfully positive influence on how we feel. Taking time to slow down and become aware of your breath can help settle the nervous system, reduce feelings of stress and encourage a calmer, more balanced state of mind. Regular practice may also support better sleep, concentration and emotional wellbeing, helping you feel more connected to yourself and better equipped to navigate everyday life.
At Prittie Yoga, I also incorporate Energy Medicine techniques into my chair yoga sessions. These gentle practices draw on the body's energy systems and complement the physical movements and breathing techniques. Together, they create a more holistic approach to wellbeing, supporting vitality, relaxation and the body's natural regulatory processes.
Who is chair yoga suitable for?
Chair yoga is suitable for a wide range of ages and abilities. It can be particularly beneficial if you:
Find getting down onto the floor or standing for extended periods difficult.
Experience stiffness or reduced mobility in your joints.
Would like to improve flexibility, strength, posture and balance.
Are returning to exercise after a period of inactivity.
Prefer a gentler approach to physical activity.
Spend long periods sitting and would like to introduce more movement into your day.
Want to reduce stress, improve relaxation and nurture your overall wellbeing.
You don't need any previous yoga experience. The emphasis is on working comfortably within your own abilities, listening to your body and discovering what feels good.
Join me for Immune Vitality Chair Yoga
Six weeks of gentle movement, energy medicine and deep relaxation.
Starting Monday 4 January 2027 at 2pm, I'm opening just six spaces for a special six-week Immune Vitality Chair Yoga course in my cosy healing cabin in Thorpe, Surrey.
Each session includes 45 minutes of gentle chair yoga and Energy Medicine techniques, followed by 15 minutes of guided meditation. Together, we'll explore ways to improve mobility, support circulation, encourage nervous system balance and nurture your physical and emotional wellbeing through the winter months.
With a small group, there's plenty of opportunity to work at your own pace and receive individual guidance in a welcoming, supportive environment.
Six weeks | 6 places available
Come as you are. Enjoy some time for yourself, reconnect with your body and discover how a little gentle movement can make a lovely difference to your day. Read more and why I started chair yoga or book your place here and complete your short health form.
Held in my cosy healing cabin in Thorpe, conveniently located for Egham, Virginia Water, Chertsey, Staines and Lyne.
