 Seniors age 65 and older are the fastest growing sector of the U.S. population and are increasingly drawn to yoga as health benefits are recognized. Integrative Yoga for Seniors combines the best of evidenced-based medicine with the ancient wisdom of yoga. This FREE class sponsored by The Estate & Elder Law Center of Southside Virginia, PLLC, offers specific recommendations for older adults to safely begin a practice of movement, meditation, and better mental and physical awareness. * Students participate from the mat, a chair or even a wheelchair! * Yoga practices that are safe for health conditions common to seniors including osteoporosis, arthritis, heart disease, chronic pain and joint replacement. * Improve strength, range of motion, and enhance balance. * Great for various fitness levels - You do not have to be a contortionist to enjoy the health benefits of this class! Instructor, Cricket Haley has received 200 Registered Yoga Teacher credentials in addition to a Certificate of Completion for Integrative Senior Yoga from Duke Integrative Medicine, and Is an insured member of Yoga Alliance. The class is held every Wednesday morning at 10:00am at the historic John D. Bassett / EMI Building in Bassett, Virginia and is handicap-accessible. Please call us to register in advance at (276) 629-5381. |