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WORKSHOP DATES 2 Day Workshop Saturday 19th September 2026 10:15 - 16:00 Sunday 20th September 2026 9:00 - 16:00 WORKSHOP DETAILS Module 1 - Orientation 1. Welcome circle, course overview, house rules, and intentions Module 2 - Chair Yoga Background 1. Breathing techniques for relaxation, energy, and focus 2. The role of breath in nervous system regulation 3. Gentle warm-up movements to prepare body and mind 4. Practice: integrating pranayama with movement Module 3 - Breathing (Pranayama) and Warm-Ups 1. Key anatomy for Chair Yoga: Spine & Joints 2. Safe alignment principles for different populations 3. Core Chair Yoga postures (seated, supported standing) Module 4 - Anatomy and Chair Yoga Poses 1. Key anatomy for Chair Yoga: Spine & Joints 2. Safe alignment principles for different populations 3. Core Chair Yoga postures (seated, supported standing) Module 5 - Chair Yoga for Mobility, Memory & Mental Health 1. Chair Yoga for older adults, falls prevention and dementia 2. Supporting mental health: stress, anxiety, and resilience Module 6 - Relaxation and Sequencing 1. Techniques for relaxation 2. Practice: Sequencing and Class Planning Module 7 - Ethics and Teaching Environment 1. Safeguarding, inclusivity, and working with vulnerable groups 2. Creating a safe and supportive space 3. Professional boundaries and ethical considerations Module 8 - Assessment and Certification 1. Teaching practice: leading short Chair Yoga sessions 2. Feedback and reflective practice 3.