Yoga for Seniors

Yoga has been a source of physical fitness, mental well-being and spiritual renewal since its development in India thousands of years ago. Our specialty yoga classes for seniors are taught in a warm and supportive atmosphere. Private instruction is also available. To sign up for a class or for more information, call (415) 600-1584 or email ihhclasses@sutterhealth.org.

Yoga for Seniors  |  Restorative Yoga Workshops

Yoga for Seniors

Developed exclusively for people over 59 years of age, these gentle classes focus on helping participants increase range of motion, improve posture, restore flexibility and increase breath capacity.

Chair Yoga
Participants are led through a series of gentle seated and standing yoga poses and relaxation techniques. This class focuses on ease of movement, gentle strengthening and balance, and relaxation.
On-going: Wednesdays, 11:30 am–1:00 pm (no class on Wed 5/1/13)

Gentle Yoga
This restorative and healing yoga class includes slow, gentle standing and floor stretches with meditation and relaxation.
On-going: Thursdays, 9:00–10:30 am

Information for Senior Yoga Classes:
Location: 2040 Webster Street, San Francisco
Instructor: Madhuri Flynn, E-RYT500
Cost: $110 for 10 class card; $14 drop-in
**special intro price for new senior students - 3 classes for $20**
Contact: Call (415) 600-1584 or email ihhclasses@sutterhealth.org
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Restorative Yoga Workshops

Restorative yoga balances and nurtures the body. Long-held poses are supported with bolsters and props, allowing the body to relax and deeply rest. This soothing and regenerative practice is a quiet, meditative time to experience peace and tranquility.

Dates: Sun June 23, 2-4pm or Sun Nov 24, 2-4pm
Location: 2040 Webster Street, San Francisco
Instructor: Madhuri Flynn, E-RYT500
Cost: $30 (pre-registration required)
Contact: Call (415) 600-1584 or email ihhclasses@sutterhealth.org
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