Regular tai chi practice is proven to improve leg strength, balance, mobility and help reduce pain for those managing arthritis related conditions. Grounded in the principles of tai chi and qigong, Chi Me’s simplified movements are gentle, accessible and inclusive. When taught correctly, the people you support will also experience a calming mindfulness and wonderful sense of wellbeing.
What you will learn
This course will equip you to safely and confidently deliver a chair yoga practice even if you are not from a yoga background. You will learn how to structure your session for who have limited mobility, disabilities and heath conditions. You will have your own dedicated course tutor to guide and support you as you learn. As an accredited training centre with an 'excellent' EQA rating, we guarantee quality support and feedback on all assessments. Plus, as a LifeDock Leader, you'll enjoy ongoing support with access to video tutorials even after your training is complete.
Screening and Health & Safety
Recognise the benefits of yoga
How to mobilise the joints in the chair
Teach a chair sun salutation
Eight seated yoga postures
Provide modifications and variations of each posture
How to sequence postures and create flow
The Importance moving with good posture and alignment
Understand how to adapt and tailor the session according to the ability of your group
Breath work
Centring, relaxation and meditation
The work you do is important. Become the confident, well-trained and accredited instructor that you want to be.
Ideal Training For
Activity Coordinators
Day Centre Support Workers
Wellbeing Coordinators
Physical & Learning Disability Support
3 steps to become an accredited Chair Yoga Teacher:
1
Choose the course format that suits you
2
Take the course and learn all you need to become equipped, accredited and confident to deliver quality Chair Yoga Exercise sessions
3
Start delivering activities with confidence - and experience the joy your new skills will bring to those you support!
Training with us is convenient, fun and accessible to all
Choose the learning option that suits you best:
Online
Buy now and start your online training course straight away!
On Zoom
Enrol for our next Zoom course
In Person
Have our tutors come to you and deliver the course in person.
"My Falls Risk group will benefit greatly from Chair Based Exercise"
Charlie - NHS Scotland
"If you want a training provider who know how to get people moving then we definitely recommend Lifedock Training!"
Geoff Pride - Cinnamon Care Collection
"Chi Me on Tyrella Beach - my clients loved it!"
Leanne - Health Referral Co-ordinator
The work you do is important. Become the confident, well-trained and accredited instructor that you want to be.
