I have been teaching for years. I just got asked to teach a chair yoga class for seniors. I have watched many many videos for ideas. Yours is the best!! Real, connected and seems like you make people like people. Thank you.
I'm so glad you found us! We have lots of Chair Yoga videos... many were filmed live with a roomful of active seniors. I hope we inspire many to keep moving and enjoy liking people😂❤
Hi Yvonne! Thanks for taking the time to share! Most of these Seniors are in their 80's and come out faithfully twice a week to get energized! Yoga has surely made their lives better, and that is the perfect gift for a Yoga Teacher!
This is my favorite chair yoga video. I have tried many following my spinal fusion surgery. During class, Yvonne give many informative comments about how the parts of our body work to support us and inspired me with her gentle reminders about how our breath give strength to every movement. Well done, Yvonne. I am sure you have a devoted following in you face to face classes.
Greetings to you both! I am so excited you found my classes beneficial! I hope you try a variety of my classes to give your bodies some diversity and challenge your brain with new moves! You are both AMAZING!!!! Many blessings to you! Sherry
Thanks Mary! I like to offer different kinds of movements to stimulate our brains to think outside of the regular every day box! That keeps our bodies and minds sharp!!! Super important for older people... and truly everyone! Many blessings to you! Sherry
Since recently, one lady of 70 years has come to our yoga studio and we just had to make the class that would be adapted to her. I realized that we did not actually have any lessons that we could work out with the elderly. In my search for a good yoga chair class I found this video. Really beautiful class :) Light and demanding at the same time, the perfect blend of play and serious practice. Very, very inspiring. Thank you
Thanks Darko! We love to learn and share the Joy of Yoga together.. no matter what age or ability.. Yoga is very everyone!! Spread the joy! We have lots more of these live recorded classes on www.YogaJPTV.com. Blessings to you, your studio and your students! Love, Sherry
I have been watching and working out to a few of your post for a month now . I have lyphaedema ,arthritis,high blood pressure , and vertigo . This is something I recommend to people now as a intro . Now I am up to the full class post with 10 mins of seated cardio . Please keep posting .I am working with everyone .
This is awesome. I teach a senior yoga class and I think they would love this energy. I’ve concentrated mostly on a meditative flow. We all need these movements as we age.
Hi Kathy! So great to hear from another Senior Yoga teacher! I love teaching to seniors because they enjoy moving like they used and it makes them feel great! You should check out my Chair Yoga Dances that I now weave into my classes. Talk about energy! They are on my other TH-cam channel...TH-cam.com/YogaVista They are so much fun! Blessings to you and those you serve! Love, Sherry
This is absolutely the best exercise video. Over the years I've attended classes, gotten really out of shape and want to exercise again. And I can say that this is the best session leader I've ever had. Sherry gives instructions in a clear manner does not feel the need to stop and chat. The exercises move smoothly from one to the next. I'm glad I found this! (Penny, age 62)
Thank you for the wonderful pick me up. I am doing my best to stay on top of things during this extended period of craziness. Your video helped me to be much more positive for the day. God bless you.
Hi! I am sooo happy that my classes lift your spirits! I agree, this extended period of craziness is getting to us all! That is why we need to work hard to keep ourselves upbeat and moving! If you are tired of the ads that come up on this video... you can view it FREE here with no ads or interruptions!!! watch.yogavista.tv/programs/sherry-zak-morris-actively-aging-energizing-chair-yoga
Thanks Sharon! We have the same name! I am so glad you enjoy my classes because I love sharing them! I have lots more here! watch.yogavista.tv/search?author_id=8648&category_id=23245 Many blessings to you! Sherry
shirley satterfield Hi Shirley! So nice to hear from you! Moving helps you feel better and kicks in our endorphins. Just pace yourself and have fun! I have lots more on my YogaJpTv.com channel. Blessings to you! Sherry
Loved this class. As a yoga instructor I am always looking for new ways to present the moves to my seniors. This session was truly fun and challenging. Honestly it is your wonderful energy that gave the class its joy and enthusiasm. Namaste
Hi Mary Lou! So very happy that you get some new ideas from our videos. Our seniors always like to be challenged and learn something new in every class. So, it keeps us teachers on our toes! Enjoy sharing! Blessings to you! Sherry
Hi Sherry, thank you for sharing your class. I am 154cm tall and normally weigh 60kg, however, right now due to cancer-related lymphedema, my weight has ballooned out to 85kg! Carrying the extra 25kg of fluid has been challenging especially as most of it is in my right leg, lower abdominal region (front and back!) and now chest cavity. Your class is my first attempt at chair yoga as I simply could not bring myself to attend my normal yoga classes. Thank you so much, I have learnt some great poses and sequences from you. Cheers, Jo
Hi Sherry , I'm a 71 year old, overweight, badly out of shape Senior named Linda. Found your video on You Tube today and loved it !! I was looking for something and there you were. I did the whole 1/2 hour with you and will be joining you again tomorrow.
Thank you this is wonderful as I head off to my weekly appointment teaching in a nursing home. They are very chair bound and many have dementia and we have the most beautiful time together singing and moving. You have given me some really good new exercises to share with them. Blessings to you! x x x
Hi Georgiana! SOOO happy to hear that you are teaching Chair Yoga to those with dementia! They love to be playful and move! Have fun! Check out lots more videos on our channel... more ideas to share with your students! Blessings, Sherry
Loved the video, works wonders for me after suffering a stroke. I completed a june challenge for cancer research doing this video throughout the month. Raised funds for the charity, thank you. All the best Julia x
Sherry, thank you so much for making these chair yoga video's. I was a very active person and noticed my activity level dropping. I since found out that I have CHF. Your chair yoga exercises have helped me feel like I can exercise again without feeling defeated. They have helped so much.
Kathy Loveless Hi Kathy! So great to hear your spirits are up! That’s what Moving can do for us! I’m so glad you found our classes. I try to make them fun, educational and accessible. Hope you practice with me often! Love, sherry❤️
i woke up in pain again, like always. called my gym & they only had 1 class a week 4 chair yoga. so i get online & typed in, chair yoga & found u. thx u so much, my back feels better now. i fell like i can get thru the day now. :) i'm making this part of my mornings from now on. see u 2morrow.
I wouls just like to say thank you for your videos. I teach a Chair Yoga class for active Seniors who like variety in their exercises. I love watching your videos for ideas on new poses and exercises to incorporate to give them unique classes every week. Thank you for your creativity with these amazing older adults!
Amy Lynn thanks Amy! We all enjoy variety! So glad you pick up new ideas through my classes. I love to share! Have you tried any of the Chair Yoga Dances yet? The seniors LOVE them! Blessings to you and your gang! Love, sherry❤️
I am a RYT, and my passion is teaching senior chair yoga ! Being a nurse for 28 yrs caring for the elderly , I just want to keep them moving . I love LOVE your yoga session . Just FAB ! I teach one senior yoga class and you have given me good ideas for the gals . Thank you !
Hi Beatrice! Wow! That;s alot of hearts and love! Thanks for your support! I am so happy your arthritis feels better with simple moves and stretches! Much love to you! Blessings, Sherry
Found your Chair Yoga Dance videos recently. I absolutely love them. They are helping me get thru 2 years of isolation in Ontario, Canada Especially love the music you have chosen. Thanks so much Sherry.
Camille Olivia hi Camille! So wonderful to have you join us! We have lots of fun moving and laughing together! Join us often! We have tons of classes in our video library. Www.yogajptv.com, love, Sherry
This was great..I'm Going to incorporate this set into my grandmother's wellness routine. She's 92. I've come to realize flexibilty and balance & strength are all important throught the complete duration of one's life...even if bed ridden. Seniors tend to become drastically contracted rigid over time. It does not have to be. -Thanks again...love to u.
Jafar Martin You got it right Jafar! Motion is lotion! And needed always! Yay for helping out your grandmother! Send my love to her! Love and blessings, Sherry
I'm so glad I found this. My range of motion at the end of the video was dramatically improved! And I felt the first hint of relief from my low back pain. Yay! Thank you.
Kylie Sabra Hi Kylie! SO happy to hear that you enjoyed the class and you felt better afterwards! Keep it up! IT will work wonders for you! Blessings, Sherry
I’ve been in pain all weekend just tried some of your exercises and the pain has decreased, thank you I’m going to follow your yoga exercises, I’m a cancer patient having curative treatment but suffering from very sore areas in my pelvis from pelvic radiotherapy
Hi Susan! I'm glad you experienced positive effects from practicing Yoga with me. That brings you hope that you WILL and can get better! Keep up the great work and attitude!
I am so happy to have found you on utube. I am now being more active with chair yoga since it is easier for me right now. I love your energy and wearing bright colors. Thank you for making these available to so many people. love you all
Rachel Rose You are most welcome Rachel! So happy to hear you are enjoying our videos! We just make it fun to move so you do it more often... and you feel better doing it! All good stuff, and yes... you won’t see me wearing any black tops! Brights brighten your mood! Blessings to you! Sherry❤️
My mom always said you can't please everyone. And she also said if you can say anything nice, don't say anything at all. Tis the nature of humanity! Glad you enjoyed it! Many blessings to you! Sherry
Thank you Sherry. I am a fairly new chair yoga instructor looking for helpful ideas and your session was inspiring, fun and delightful. Such a lovely way to create energy and joy for all class participants. I can't wait to incorporate your sun salutation. Loved your clear guidance and kind heart. L. Shaw
Hi! Congrats on becoming a Chair Yoga Teacher! Best and most fulfilling job ever! I am super glad you found some nuggets in my videos to share with your students. The main thing is to treat everyone as capable human beings. The seniors and elders always remind me that they don't like to be treated with fragility:) And I listen to my elders! Enjoy the teaching adventure! Blessings, Sherry
Thank you so so much. I just finished and passed this on to my girlfriends. I can’t get down on a mat anymore safely. This was the best ! I feel so much better!!!!!
HI Sharon! So glad you enjoyed this Chair Yoga class. I have tons more (with no ads)! Check out our Video library at YogaVista.TV Many blessings to you and your girlfriends! Love, Sherry
I liked this video very much! I'm not a senior, but I have fibromyalgia. I'm not quite as stiff as many with FM probably because before fibro I was very, very limber and also because I still work full time. Many of the chair yoga routines aimed at fibro warriors are just too slow or easy for me. Thank you for putting these on you tube since Indiana to California is just a little too far to commute for yoga classes!
hi sherry, received the dvd, thank you. and thank you for the meditations, a most welcome surprise. best wishes to you and all at yoga vista studios. from watching and following the online sessions i have come to feel that i know people like gayle and minush, stephanie, :) :) - this makes it a very friendly session. again, my warm thanks and good wishes to all. karenza
Hi Karenza! Glad the DVD arrived! All of us give you our love through our teachings and so glad to have you join in! It is wonderful to hear that it makes a difference for you! Wishing you love, blessings and peace this holiday seasons! Sherry
Good luck on your recovery Maureen! And yes, Chair Yoga will be a great companion to your physical therapy! You will do great! Love and Blessings! Sherry
This makes me fill like I am really with family, moving is freedom for our soul. this work out makes me cry happy tears, and remember if it were not for the tears we would not be able to enjoy the rainbow in our soul. I love the students and the teacher, we can never stop all this fun, ok lets get goin.
Thanks just now discovered this. My yoga studio has been shut down because of Covid, so I appreciate this. (Also, I just fell, so a chair yoga was much appreciated).
Hi Cheryn! Glad our classes were of good service to you! Take good care of yourself! Enjoy lots more of our classes at YogaVista.tV. Many blessings to you and I hope our studio opens soon! Love, Sherry
Fantastic class, thanks so much for sharing this! As a yoga teacher I am always looking for inspiration for my senior clients, and I love how well rounded this sequence is. You are obviously helping many! Blessings
Hi Janet! Glad you are gathering new Chair Yoga ideas for our wonderful seniors! They love challenge and diversity like we all do! I have more full-length Chair Yoga classes on TH-cam... with even more ideas:) Thanks for helping to keep our seniors healthy and happy! Sherry
Hi- I peek in on your classes frequently- they always inspire and this one was no exception. I need to get some straps for my seniors- what wonderful asanas! Thanks so much for your continuing creativity. Blessings from your fan, Vieno
Hi All you wonderful Yoga Teachers out there who want to teach Chair Yoga to Seniors!! I (Sherry Zak Morris) am working on an online Certification Course that will cover lots of Senior Anatomy, video instruction, and tons of tons of creative and safe sequences. Sign up for our newsletter so you can get the updated status - ETA in 2014! www.YogaVistaAcademy.com.
Hi Sherry. I have been following you and doing the available videos you provide for free. I want you to know that it is helping me greatly. I can feel my muscles becoming stronger and I am more flexible, even with my mobility issues. Thanks again for making some of these free. I have them bookmarked to start at yours now.
Thank you so much for posting this, very good instruction for me as I recover from knee surgery. 6 weeks locked straight ahead, so working on my core and flexibility.
Monte Waddill So glad to hear you are recovering well Monte! Keep moving as movement and circulation brings healing and good knee alignment and tracking! Love, Sherry
Fernanda Borba Hi Fernanda! Hello and Namaste to a fellow Yoga teacher! Glad you enjoyed this class! I filmed lots more .. every one is different but familiar. I always try to keep things fresh, educational and fun. Check out my yogajptv.com website. Blessings to you and your students! Sherry
Hi Robin! I love giving Yoga teachers new ideas! We all appreciate that!!! I have tons more of these types of Chair Yoga videos! watch.yogavista.tv/categories/Chair-Yoga Many blessings to you and those you serve! Love, Sherry
Hi there, you look like Brasilian...the way you talk changing the tone of your voice, the body language when you do your moves, Anyway your class is superb.
Hi Joy! Nice to have you! If you like these types of classes I have 100s more on my YogaVista.TV video library. It's free for 30 days. Why not checking it out and have some fun exercising with our gang at Yoga Vista. www.YogaVista.TV Sending you love and blessings from California! Sherry
Brilliant video. Thank you for sharing. I teach yoga in Rugby, England and am increasingly adapting one of my classes to be more gentle, with lots of chair yoga. Thank you!
A great video if you haven’t exercised in a while. I found it helped when I paused the video when my back needed a longer stretch. Feeling more energetic already!
I am so happy you are practicing every day. I hope you are feeling better each day. I have many more classes, so try a few others! Many blessings to you! Sherry
Hi Charlie! Glad you joined us! Come back often! We have LOTS more videos on our TH-cam channel and even more in our YogaVista.TV streaming library! Blessings to you! Sherry
Hi there! i just started yoga classes last week , and my gran says it might be good for her , but she's afraid of not being able to get up when she does it and all those type of stuff ,and I saw this video today , and i decided that I will help her do it at home , she says "I'm in" . thank you so much for the video ,I cant wait to start helping my gran do some yoga so that she can have something to do and be proud of doing when she improves ,its amazing ,we are going to do this together at home . thank you ! never stop making these video
Yay for you and Gran! What a wonderful thing to do together!~ Enjoy every moment you share with her. She will be skipping and clapping and smiling. I have lots more classes on my website: www.YogaJPTV.com Blessings to you both! Sherry
The exercises and movement offers energy to the body and mind. I've been in physical therapy for muscles knots as I continue I know yoga is a day to day process my body needs to function properly. I look forward to new yoga videos. Thank you for great classes. Many blessings. Carrol.
Thank you so much for these great videos Sherry! At my new job I happen to lead gymnastics classes for older people and I am so thankful to get such a great inspiration and input from your videos! So far they liked it a lot :)
Hi! How awesome! I was a gymnast back in the day! I hope you are not having the seniors do cartwheels or handstands!!! Good luck and thank you for your service to others!!! I hope you try out some of my Chair Yoga dances with your group. You can find them all at TH-cam.com/YogaVista. I KNOW they will love them! Many blessings to you and your gymnastic gang! Love, Sherry
I have to tell you what an inspiration you have been to me. I am a fitness instructor with very little knowledge of Yoga practices. I was asked to create a Chair Yoga class at the facility I instruct at. During my research I found your DVDS for sale. After viewing on You Tube, I was hooked! I purchased two that you suggested and have created my own class. My participants love the workout, and that's all thanks to you Sherry! I wish I had the confidence to go further in my education because I know this could be my new love! If you are ever back in the Cleveland area, would love to meet you! All good blessings to you! Cindy
Cynthia M. Miller Hi Cynthia! Gosh... I was just in Cleveland two weeks ago.. and it snowed in April! I am so happy to hear that you have created a wonderful class for your students using some of my material. That is why I share these videos on TH-cam! So that MORE people can be reached with the simple but powerful Yoga practice... thanks for what you do for this world! Love, Sherry
Sherry you are welcome to stay with us at our home which is also a bed and breakfast next time you are in the area! Yes we have had a very cold season here! Cindy
Thank you. I am a 59 year old woman who had knee replacement on my right knee over a year ago and am STILL not walking correctly, I hyperextend my knee... actually over straighten it, which makes me limp and feel unbalanced. It has been really hard seeing people older than me recover (although I am happy for them and do not begrudge their healing) I am still struggling and still dealing with pain. It was heartbreaking for me last year when a woman 10 years older than me and had surgery the month before me told me she was working in her garden. Anyway... I feel finding this video may be helpful. Maybe I can find my balance again with your video. The tree pose with the right leg is hard, because my knee goes too far back, so I may have to work on that. Also because I knit a LOT since I cannot walk well, this is so nice for my back and shoulders. Thank you again for posting this so many years ago.
Rogue Les hi! Thanks so much for taking the time to share. I'm sending love and healing energy to your knee. Be encouraged that you WILL get better... step by step... if you keep trying. Every body is different... so skip the comparisons and tune into the subtle positive changes you see and feel. Keep practicing Yoga with us! We have lots more of these yoga classes on www.yogajptv.com. Love and blessings to you! Sherry
YAY for you Jackie! A little sweat means we are doing some good things for our body, and especially the heart and lungs. Pace yourself! Have fun! Try out some of our seated Chair Yoga dances too! They are a hoot! th-cam.com/play/PLp11GJcwf09Zi8DEToiUXvPgtbd3MQ-9D.html Love, Sherry
I am so glad you enjoy this class! It is an oldie but goodie!!! I have TONS more! watch.yogavista.tv/categories/Chair-Yoga?category_id=23245&author_id=8648 Have a great day Darlene! Many blessings to you! Sherry
Love this workout. I am 45 and recovery from foot surgery. I am also a martial artist and wanted something I could do to keep me focused for when I get back on the mat. Thank you for this workout. Cris Nole
Thanks for sharing, Sherry. You really should consider using straight-backed chairs. Folding chairs are not permitted in my classes, mainly for safety reasons.
Great to hear Linda! Can't wait to meet you. You MUST come to the bi-weekly free Chair Yoga classes at the Vista library! Seniors come out in droves! Make sure to reach out when you get here! Sherry
Thank you so much for posting such an informative video!! I'm a yoga teacher and have been looking for great ideas for my chair yoga class... I love that we can all learn from each other. Namaste!
Thanks Laurie! Glad to see that you can use some of these ideas in YOUR teaching. If you have not already, sign up for our Yoga Teacher Newsletter where we share tips and more videos specifically for Gentle/Chair Yoga Teachers. www.YogaVistaAcademy.com/newsletter_add.html.
Thank you, im doing an internship at a home for the elderly as an occupational therapist rn & this great (although I'm gonna have to leave out the standing poses)
Hi Laura! Good luck on your internship! Your skills and compassion are greatly needed in this world! We have lots more videos that are all seated... check them out! Tons of ideas for you! watch.yogavista.tv/search?custom_fields=%7B%22custom_field_5592%22%3A%220%22%7D Many blessings, Sherry
Marcin Koszczyński Thanks Marcin! The best part of our week is when we get together and practice Yoga! It benefits us all! Love, sherry
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@@SherryZM it's beautiful what you do with seniors and it's not about yoga at all. I especially like those moments in which you telling (quickly but nevertheless) anecdotes for these people. It is priceless. Such yoga has value for these people. You want to live. I try to do the same with my seniors. Best wishes from Poland my frend. m.
Marcin Koszczyński Greetings to you in Poland from me in California! We love what we do as Yoga teachers... and it's about sharing life and love. Namaste my Yogi friend❤️✨ love, Sherry
I have been teaching for years. I just got asked to teach a chair yoga class for seniors. I have watched many many videos for ideas. Yours is the best!! Real, connected and seems like you make people like people. Thank you.
I'm so glad you found us! We have lots of Chair Yoga videos... many were filmed live with a roomful of active seniors. I hope we inspire many to keep moving and enjoy liking people😂❤
Just right for my cranky 75 year old body! Thanks so much!
Movement is the cure for cranky, creaky joints! Glad to hear it helped! Keep Moving!! Love, Sherry
Hi Yvonne! Thanks for taking the time to share! Most of these Seniors are in their 80's and come out faithfully twice a week to get energized! Yoga has surely made their lives better, and that is the perfect gift for a Yoga Teacher!
This is my favorite chair yoga video. I have tried many following my spinal fusion surgery. During class, Yvonne give many informative comments about how the parts of our body work to support us and inspired me with her gentle reminders about how our breath give strength to every movement. Well done, Yvonne. I am sure you have a devoted following in you face to face classes.
I am 75 and my husband 87 we are doing your yoga every day now. Thank you we are already feeling better .can move easily now. Thank you again
Greetings to you both! I am so excited you found my classes beneficial! I hope you try a variety of my classes to give your bodies some diversity and challenge your brain with new moves! You are both AMAZING!!!! Many blessings to you! Sherry
I will teach to senior tomorrow morning and I'm so inspired of your energy and connections with the group. Beautiful 🙏
Glad you'll be sharing the joy and fun of teaching Chair Yoga!! Spread the love and compassion ❤
Thank you! The seniors love this class too! We learn alot from each other about growing old gracefully together, and with fun and laughter! Blessings!
Loved this video of Sherry teaching seniors. So many interesting moves and also not too difficult for the older people.
Thanks Mary! I like to offer different kinds of movements to stimulate our brains to think outside of the regular every day box! That keeps our bodies and minds sharp!!! Super important for older people... and truly everyone! Many blessings to you! Sherry
I use her videos and I am not a senior but I do have arthritis and also vertigo so regular yoga I can not do but Chair Yoga I can!
Since recently, one lady of 70 years has come to our yoga studio and we just had to make the class that would be adapted to her. I realized that we did not actually have any lessons that we could work out with the elderly. In my search for a good yoga chair class I found this video. Really beautiful class :) Light and demanding at the same time, the perfect blend of play and serious practice. Very, very inspiring. Thank you
Thanks Darko! We love to learn and share the Joy of Yoga together.. no matter what age or ability.. Yoga is very everyone!! Spread the joy! We have lots more of these live recorded classes on www.YogaJPTV.com. Blessings to you, your studio and your students! Love, Sherry
I have been watching and working out to a few of your post for a month now . I have lyphaedema ,arthritis,high blood pressure , and vertigo . This is something I recommend to people now as a intro . Now I am up to the full class post with 10 mins of seated cardio . Please keep posting .I am working with everyone .
This is awesome. I teach a senior yoga class and I think they would love this energy. I’ve concentrated mostly on a meditative flow. We all need these movements as we age.
Hi Kathy! So great to hear from another Senior Yoga teacher! I love teaching to seniors because they enjoy moving like they used and it makes them feel great! You should check out my Chair Yoga Dances that I now weave into my classes. Talk about energy! They are on my other TH-cam channel...TH-cam.com/YogaVista They are so much fun! Blessings to you and those you serve! Love, Sherry
This is absolutely the best exercise video. Over the years I've attended classes, gotten really out of shape and want to exercise again. And I can say that this is the best session leader I've ever had. Sherry gives instructions in a clear manner does not feel the need to stop and chat. The exercises move smoothly from one to the next. I'm glad I found this! (Penny, age 62)
Thanks Penny! We like to have fun doing. Yoga..why not! Glad you are joining in! Love, Sherry
Thank you for the wonderful pick me up. I am doing my best to stay on top of things during this extended period of craziness. Your video helped me to be much more positive for the day. God bless you.
Hi! I am sooo happy that my classes lift your spirits! I agree, this extended period of craziness is getting to us all! That is why we need to work hard to keep ourselves upbeat and moving! If you are tired of the ads that come up on this video... you can view it FREE here with no ads or interruptions!!! watch.yogavista.tv/programs/sherry-zak-morris-actively-aging-energizing-chair-yoga
Hi Sherry you are amazing❤ I love your senior chair yoga it has been such a uplifting experience. You are the BEST😇
Thanks Sharon! We have the same name! I am so glad you enjoy my classes because I love sharing them! I have lots more here! watch.yogavista.tv/search?author_id=8648&category_id=23245 Many blessings to you! Sherry
such a lovely class! thank you for this. I am happy to see that 9 years after uploading, it is still helping people.
Glad it was helpful! Yoga is timeless:)
This is wonderful. I've suffered from bouts with bouts of depression and ptsd for years and this promises to be a great help..
shirley satterfield Hi Shirley! So nice to hear from you! Moving helps you feel better and kicks in our endorphins. Just pace yourself and have fun! I have lots more on my YogaJpTv.com channel. Blessings to you! Sherry
Loved this class. As a yoga instructor I am always looking for new ways to present the moves to my seniors. This session was truly fun and challenging. Honestly it is your wonderful energy that gave the class its joy and enthusiasm. Namaste
Hi Mary Lou! So very happy that you get some new ideas from our videos. Our seniors always like to be challenged and learn something new in every class. So, it keeps us teachers on our toes! Enjoy sharing! Blessings to you! Sherry
I love this video so much! I amvery much interested to learnmore.am a senior ,too.
Thank youso much,teachef.i love you.
Hi Sherry, thank you for sharing your class. I am 154cm tall and normally weigh 60kg, however, right now due to cancer-related lymphedema, my weight has ballooned out to 85kg! Carrying the extra 25kg of fluid has been challenging especially as most of it is in my right leg, lower abdominal region (front and back!) and now chest cavity.
Your class is my first attempt at chair yoga as I simply could not bring myself to attend my normal yoga classes.
Thank you so much, I have learnt some great poses and sequences from you.
Cheers, Jo
I came here looking for exercises to do with my elderly father. I NEVER would have thought of chair yoga!!! Thank you so much!!!!
Hi Heather! SOOO happy you found Yoga for your Dad! Hope he joins us often! We have lots of classes on our TH-cam channel! Love, Sherry
My mom loves this video. She followed the entire program today and had a lot of tun! Thanks. :-)
Hi Sherry , I'm a 71 year old, overweight, badly out of shape Senior named Linda. Found your video on You Tube today and loved it !! I was looking for something and there you were. I did the whole 1/2 hour with you and will be joining you again tomorrow.
Linda Rodger hi Linda! So happy you found our class! Keep coming back, and you'll keep feeling better. Love,
Sherry
I really love your energy.. I love how you speak to them and make every seem so easy.. LOVE
DemiYoga Fitness Thanks! We are all in this aging thing together! Let's help each other out! Blessings to you! Sherry
Thank you this is wonderful as I head off to my weekly appointment teaching in a nursing home. They are very chair bound and many have dementia and we have the most beautiful time together singing and moving. You have given me some really good new exercises to share with them. Blessings to you! x x x
Hi Georgiana! SOOO happy to hear that you are teaching Chair Yoga to those with dementia! They love to be playful and move! Have fun! Check out lots more videos on our channel... more ideas to share with your students! Blessings, Sherry
I just love you Sherry! Thank you for your wonderful classes! They help me, my clients & my family!! More power to you!!🥰🙏
Loved the video, works wonders for me after suffering a stroke. I completed a june challenge for cancer research doing this video throughout the month. Raised funds for the charity, thank you. All the best Julia x
Yay for you Julia!!!! Keep up the great work of taking good care of yourself!! You are doing great!! Much love, Sherry
Thank you for sharing, Sherry! Your Practice is so light, complete and inclusive - really wonderful!
Sherry, thank you so much for making these chair yoga video's. I was a very active person and noticed my activity level dropping. I since found out that I have CHF. Your chair yoga exercises have helped me feel like I can exercise again without feeling defeated. They have helped so much.
Kathy Loveless Hi Kathy! So great to hear your spirits are up! That’s what Moving can do for us! I’m so glad you found our classes. I try to make them fun, educational and accessible. Hope you practice with me often! Love, sherry❤️
i woke up in pain again, like always. called my gym & they only had 1 class a week 4 chair yoga. so i get online & typed in, chair yoga & found u. thx u so much, my back feels better now. i fell like i can get thru the day now. :) i'm making this part of my mornings from now on. see u 2morrow.
The beautiful and power of the internet! Glad you feel better! Blessings to you! Sherry
I wouls just like to say thank you for your videos. I teach a Chair Yoga class for active Seniors who like variety in their exercises. I love watching your videos for ideas on new poses and exercises to incorporate to give them unique classes every week. Thank you for your creativity with these amazing older adults!
Amy Lynn thanks Amy! We all enjoy variety! So glad you pick up new ideas through my classes. I love to share! Have you tried any of the Chair Yoga Dances yet? The seniors LOVE them! Blessings to you and your gang! Love, sherry❤️
Thank you so much, your energy and cues were fantastic! I loved seeing the seniors in the video as well.
This is good for me because it is longer and a bit more challenging than other senior yoga classes I have done.
I am a RYT, and my passion is teaching senior chair yoga ! Being a nurse for 28 yrs caring for the elderly , I just want to keep them moving . I love LOVE your yoga session . Just FAB ! I teach one senior yoga class and you have given me good ideas for the gals . Thank you !
you are a lovely instructor! kindness, cheerfulness and encouragement.
Thank you Robin! It is because I love what I do!!! Blessings to you! Sherry
Wow I liked the yoga exercises because I m arthritis patients and always exercises with Sherry love you 😍 ❤ 😘 💕 ♥ 💗 😍 ❤ 😘 💕 ♥ 💗
Hi Beatrice! Wow! That;s alot of hearts and love! Thanks for your support! I am so happy your arthritis feels better with simple moves and stretches! Much love to you! Blessings, Sherry
Found your Chair Yoga Dance videos recently. I absolutely love them. They are helping me get thru 2 years of isolation in Ontario, Canada Especially love the music you have chosen. Thanks so much Sherry.
This is WONDERFUL! And so are YOU. Your energy is infectious. So happy to have found this. Thank you! Blessings and hugs ~
Camille Olivia hi Camille! So wonderful to have you join us! We have lots of fun moving and laughing together! Join us often! We have tons of classes in our video library. Www.yogajptv.com, love, Sherry
What a wonderful week out!!!!
This was great..I'm Going to incorporate this set into my grandmother's wellness routine. She's 92. I've come to realize flexibilty and balance & strength are all important throught the complete duration of one's life...even if bed ridden. Seniors tend to become drastically contracted rigid over time. It does not have to be. -Thanks again...love to u.
Jafar Martin You got it right Jafar! Motion is lotion! And needed always! Yay for helping out your grandmother! Send my love to her! Love and blessings, Sherry
I'm so glad I found this. My range of motion at the end of the video was dramatically improved! And I felt the first hint of relief from my low back pain. Yay! Thank you.
Kylie Sabra Hi Kylie! SO happy to hear that you enjoyed the class and you felt better afterwards! Keep it up! IT will work wonders for you! Blessings, Sherry
I’m not a senior, but I’m disabled. I love this 😊
Great to hear Jane! I hope you come back often! Love, Sherry
The best yoga 🧘♀️workout ever🙏🦋🦋💙🇮🇱🇺🇸
Thanks Ofra! One of my very first filmed classes! Glad you enjoy it! Blessings, Sherry
I’ve been in pain all weekend just tried some of your exercises and the pain has decreased, thank you I’m going to follow your yoga exercises, I’m a cancer patient having curative treatment but suffering from very sore areas in my pelvis from pelvic radiotherapy
Hi Susan! I'm glad you experienced positive effects from practicing Yoga with me. That brings you hope that you WILL and can get better! Keep up the great work and attitude!
best chair yoga video I have found yet...thank you!
Thanks Iris! I have LOTS more at www.YogaVista.TV Come move and groove with us! Blessings to you! Sherry
I am so happy to have found you on utube. I am now being more active with chair yoga since it is easier for me right now. I love your energy and wearing bright colors. Thank you for making these available to so many people. love you all
Rachel Rose You are most welcome Rachel! So happy to hear you are enjoying our videos! We just make it fun to move so you do it more often... and you feel better doing it! All good stuff, and yes... you won’t see me wearing any black tops! Brights brighten your mood! Blessings to you! Sherry❤️
How can 223 people not like this? Great teacher and wonderful exercises and stretches!
My mom always said you can't please everyone. And she also said if you can say anything nice, don't say anything at all. Tis the nature of humanity! Glad you enjoyed it! Many blessings to you! Sherry
Thank you Sherry. I am a fairly new chair yoga instructor looking for helpful ideas and your session was inspiring, fun and delightful. Such a lovely way to create energy and joy for all class participants. I can't wait to incorporate your sun salutation. Loved your clear guidance and kind heart. L. Shaw
Hi! Congrats on becoming a Chair Yoga Teacher! Best and most fulfilling job ever! I am super glad you found some nuggets in my videos to share with your students. The main thing is to treat everyone as capable human beings. The seniors and elders always remind me that they don't like to be treated with fragility:) And I listen to my elders! Enjoy the teaching adventure! Blessings, Sherry
Thank you so so much. I just finished and passed this on to my girlfriends. I can’t get down on a mat anymore safely. This was the best ! I feel so much better!!!!!
HI Sharon! So glad you enjoyed this Chair Yoga class. I have tons more (with no ads)! Check out our Video library at YogaVista.TV Many blessings to you and your girlfriends! Love, Sherry
I liked this video very much! I'm not a senior, but I have fibromyalgia. I'm not quite as stiff as many with FM probably because before fibro I was very, very limber and also because I still work full time. Many of the chair yoga routines aimed at fibro warriors are just too slow or easy for me. Thank you for putting these on you tube since Indiana to California is just a little too far to commute for yoga classes!
Sherry, Loved your class. I am a retired occupational therapist and found it just what I need. Thank you.
Hi Flora! SOOO glad you liked the class! Do it as often as you can! We have lots more on our Channel and add more every week! Love, Sherry
hi sherry, received the dvd, thank you. and thank you for the meditations, a most welcome surprise. best wishes to you and all at yoga vista studios. from watching and following the online sessions i have come to feel that i know people like gayle and minush, stephanie, :) :) - this makes it a very friendly session. again, my warm thanks and good wishes to all. karenza
Hi Karenza! Glad the DVD arrived! All of us give you our love through our teachings and so glad to have you join in! It is wonderful to hear that it makes a difference for you! Wishing you love, blessings and peace this holiday seasons! Sherry
I just had knee replacement surgery and I miss yoga so much. This program really fits the bill. Thanks
Good luck on your recovery Maureen! And yes, Chair Yoga will be a great companion to your physical therapy! You will do great! Love and Blessings! Sherry
This makes me fill like I am really with family, moving is freedom for our soul. this work out makes me cry happy tears, and remember if it were not for the tears we would not be able to enjoy the rainbow in our soul. I love the students and the teacher, we can never stop all this fun, ok lets get goin.
Thanks for posting this disability friendly video. Im.reinvigorating my yoga practice and this one was helpful this morning!
YAY for you Kaaren! So glad you enjoy moving and feeling good with us!!! Love and Blessings to you! Sherry
Thanks just now discovered this. My yoga studio has been shut down because of Covid, so I appreciate this. (Also, I just fell, so a chair yoga was much appreciated).
Hi Cheryn! Glad our classes were of good service to you! Take good care of yourself! Enjoy lots more of our classes at YogaVista.tV. Many blessings to you and I hope our studio opens soon! Love, Sherry
Fantastic class, thanks so much for sharing this! As a yoga teacher I am always looking for inspiration for my senior clients, and I love how well rounded this sequence is. You are obviously helping many! Blessings
Hi Janet! Glad you are gathering new Chair Yoga ideas for our wonderful seniors! They love challenge and diversity like we all do! I have more full-length Chair Yoga classes on TH-cam... with even more ideas:) Thanks for helping to keep our seniors healthy and happy! Sherry
Hi- I peek in on your classes frequently- they always inspire and this one was no exception. I need to get some straps for my seniors- what wonderful asanas! Thanks so much for your continuing creativity. Blessings from your fan, Vieno
Hi All you wonderful Yoga Teachers out there who want to teach Chair Yoga to Seniors!! I (Sherry Zak Morris) am working on an online Certification Course that will cover lots of Senior Anatomy, video instruction, and tons of tons of creative and safe sequences. Sign up for our newsletter so you can get the updated status - ETA in 2014! www.YogaVistaAcademy.com.
Hi Sherry. I have been following you and doing the available videos you provide for free. I want you to know that it is helping me greatly. I can feel my muscles becoming stronger and I am more flexible, even with my mobility issues. Thanks again for making some of these free. I have them bookmarked to start at yours now.
Hi Sheri! So happy to hear you are feeling better and getting stronger! Glad you found our channel! Love, sherry
Thank you so much for posting this, very good instruction for me as I recover from knee surgery. 6 weeks locked straight ahead, so working on my core and flexibility.
Monte Waddill So glad to hear you are recovering well Monte! Keep moving as movement and circulation brings healing and good knee alignment and tracking! Love, Sherry
It made me smile...another energizing movement! Namaste.
Great class. I’m yoga teacher too and it’s really helpful. I have 3 seniors students and now I have more options for them! Thanks.
Fernanda Borba Hi Fernanda! Hello and Namaste to a fellow Yoga teacher! Glad you enjoyed this class! I filmed lots more .. every one is different but familiar. I always try to keep things fresh, educational and fun. Check out my yogajptv.com website. Blessings to you and your students! Sherry
i love this i started this with anne burell and i love it so far 2 days and counting and i feel better when i do it .t.y.
Sherry, You are wonderful! This video is a wonderful resource for me as I sub for a chair yoga teacher from time to time.
Hi Robin! I love giving Yoga teachers new ideas! We all appreciate that!!! I have tons more of these types of Chair Yoga videos! watch.yogavista.tv/categories/Chair-Yoga Many blessings to you and those you serve! Love, Sherry
Hi there, you look like Brasilian...the way you talk changing the tone of your voice, the body language when you do your moves, Anyway your class is superb.
Thank you to help eldery people to keep going with yoga courses
You are very welcome Brigitte! We all want to feel better! Love and Blessings to you! Sherry
This was my first time joining in. It was good
Hi Joy! Nice to have you! If you like these types of classes I have 100s more on my YogaVista.TV video library. It's free for 30 days. Why not checking it out and have some fun exercising with our gang at Yoga Vista. www.YogaVista.TV Sending you love and blessings from California! Sherry
Love this! Especially the seated Sun Salutation!
Kristina Olmedo everyone can do Sun Sals!
Brilliant video. Thank you for sharing. I teach yoga in Rugby, England and am increasingly adapting one of my classes to be more gentle, with lots of chair yoga. Thank you!
Leigh McLellan thanks Leigh from across the ocean! Say Hi! To your gentle yoga students for me! Love and blessings to you! Sherry
A great video if you haven’t exercised in a while. I found it helped when I paused the video when my back needed a longer stretch. Feeling more energetic already!
Hello patti
Everyday , I am practice this yoga. tq my leader😘
I am so happy you are practicing every day. I hope you are feeling better each day. I have many more classes, so try a few others! Many blessings to you! Sherry
Was great thank U so much GOD bless
You are so welcome! God bless you too!
Easy to follow. Provides a nice end to my day. Thank You
Hi Charlie! Glad you joined us! Come back often! We have LOTS more videos on our TH-cam channel and even more in our YogaVista.TV streaming library! Blessings to you! Sherry
Hi there! i just started yoga classes last week , and my gran says it might be good for her , but she's afraid of not being able to get up when she does it and all those type of stuff ,and I saw this video today , and i decided that I will help her do it at home , she says "I'm in" . thank you so much for the video ,I cant wait to start helping my gran do some yoga so that she can have something to do and be proud of doing when she improves ,its amazing ,we are going to do this together at home . thank you ! never stop making these video
Yay for you and Gran! What a wonderful thing to do together!~ Enjoy every moment you share with her. She will be skipping and clapping and smiling. I have lots more classes on my website: www.YogaJPTV.com Blessings to you both! Sherry
Love this. Just started Senior Yoga. Going to show this to the instructor.
Hi Frank! Glad you like the class! I have lots more on my TH-cam channel! Enjoy! Have fun! Love, Sherry
The exercises and movement offers energy to the body and mind. I've been in physical therapy for muscles knots as I continue I know yoga is a day to day process my body needs to function properly. I look forward to new yoga videos. Thank you for great classes. Many blessings.
Carrol.
Thank you so much for these great videos Sherry! At my new job I happen to lead gymnastics classes for older people and I am so thankful to get such a great inspiration and input from your videos! So far they liked it a lot :)
Hi! How awesome! I was a gymnast back in the day! I hope you are not having the seniors do cartwheels or handstands!!! Good luck and thank you for your service to others!!! I hope you try out some of my Chair Yoga dances with your group. You can find them all at TH-cam.com/YogaVista. I KNOW they will love them! Many blessings to you and your gymnastic gang! Love, Sherry
LOVED THE VIDEO! Energizing, fun, caring & enjoyable...many blessings. Namaste' Ruthann
This is Awesome!!!
Feels great at any age!
Thank you
Nealie Cruz Thanks Nealie! If it feels good, keep doing it! Love, Sherry ❤️
Thank you!! wonderful class!
I love this ladies classes - fab x
I have to tell you what an inspiration you have been to me. I am a fitness instructor with very little knowledge of Yoga practices. I was asked to create a Chair Yoga class at the facility I instruct at. During my research I found your DVDS for sale. After viewing on You Tube, I was hooked! I purchased two that you suggested and have created my own class. My participants love the workout, and that's all thanks to you Sherry! I wish I had the confidence to go further in my education because I know this could be my new love! If you are ever back in the Cleveland area, would love to meet you! All good blessings to you! Cindy
Cynthia M. Miller Hi Cynthia! Gosh... I was just in Cleveland two weeks ago.. and it snowed in April! I am so happy to hear that you have created a wonderful class for your students using some of my material. That is why I share these videos on TH-cam! So that MORE people can be reached with the simple but powerful Yoga practice... thanks for what you do for this world! Love, Sherry
Sherry you are welcome to stay with us at our home which is also a bed and breakfast next time you are in the area!
Yes we have had a very cold season here!
Cindy
Thanks for this amazing work out it was amazing feeling so relaxed and fresh ☺️
I enjoyed the yoga exercise my legs and feet said thank you.
Great to hear Carrol! I have lots more...keep joining in! Love, Sherry
Thank you. I am a 59 year old woman who had knee replacement on my right knee over a year ago and am STILL not walking correctly, I hyperextend my knee... actually over straighten it, which makes me limp and feel unbalanced. It has been really hard seeing people older than me recover (although I am happy for them and do not begrudge their healing) I am still struggling and still dealing with pain. It was heartbreaking for me last year when a woman 10 years older than me and had surgery the month before me told me she was working in her garden. Anyway... I feel finding this video may be helpful.
Maybe I can find my balance again with your video. The tree pose with the right leg is hard, because my knee goes too far back, so I may have to work on that. Also because I knit a LOT since I cannot walk well, this is so nice for my back and shoulders. Thank you again for posting this so many years ago.
Rogue Les hi! Thanks so much for taking the time to share. I'm sending love and healing energy to your knee. Be encouraged that you WILL get better... step by step... if you keep trying. Every body is different... so skip the comparisons and tune into the subtle positive changes you see and feel. Keep practicing Yoga with us! We have lots more of these yoga classes on www.yogajptv.com. Love and blessings to you! Sherry
Thank you! I enjoy that and was comfortable yet I did sweat a little and felt the burn of energy moving and heart beating.
YAY for you Jackie! A little sweat means we are doing some good things for our body, and especially the heart and lungs. Pace yourself! Have fun! Try out some of our seated Chair Yoga dances too! They are a hoot! th-cam.com/play/PLp11GJcwf09Zi8DEToiUXvPgtbd3MQ-9D.html Love, Sherry
Love this class so much1 Thank you
I am so glad you enjoy this class! It is an oldie but goodie!!! I have TONS more! watch.yogavista.tv/categories/Chair-Yoga?category_id=23245&author_id=8648 Have a great day Darlene! Many blessings to you! Sherry
What a wonderful class. Thank you very much]
Lovely - thank you for sharing! I've been wanting expand my yoga teaching to involve seniors, and this is a really nice, gentle class. Thanks!
Nicole Weyandt hi Nicole! We've been filming a lot more of our senior chair yoga classes at the studio. Find more at yogajptv.com
Thank you again, I really needed this, this morning 😩❤️
Glad this Yoga practice helped you Melvia! Come back often when you want to shift your mood and move your body! Many blessings to you! Sherry
Love this workout. I am 45 and recovery from foot surgery. I am also a martial artist and wanted something I could do to keep me focused for when I get back on the mat. Thank you for this workout.
Cris Nole
Hi Cris! Glad that Chair Yoga is part of your recovery program! Good luck to you! Blessings for a speedy healing journey! Sherry
Thanks for sharing, Sherry. You really should consider using straight-backed chairs. Folding chairs are not permitted in my classes, mainly for safety reasons.
Great to hear Linda! Can't wait to meet you. You MUST come to the bi-weekly free Chair Yoga classes at the Vista library! Seniors come out in droves! Make sure to reach out when you get here! Sherry
This is a nice, refreshing morning routine. Thank you
Thank you so much for posting such an informative video!! I'm a yoga teacher and have been looking for great ideas for my chair yoga class... I love that we can all learn from each other. Namaste!
Thanks Laurie! Glad to see that you can use some of these ideas in YOUR teaching. If you have not already, sign up for our Yoga Teacher Newsletter where we share tips and more videos specifically for Gentle/Chair Yoga Teachers. www.YogaVistaAcademy.com/newsletter_add.html.
I was looking for new morning activities for the seniors at my facility, and I ran pass your video... They Loved It!! Thanks for sharing :)
Mecca Allen Glad you liked our class! And bet your seniors will love some new material from YOU! Thanks for what you do! Sherry
Thank you, im doing an internship at a home for the elderly as an occupational therapist rn & this great (although I'm gonna have to leave out the standing poses)
Hi Laura! Good luck on your internship! Your skills and compassion are greatly needed in this world! We have lots more videos that are all seated... check them out! Tons of ideas for you! watch.yogavista.tv/search?custom_fields=%7B%22custom_field_5592%22%3A%220%22%7D Many blessings, Sherry
@@YogaVistaTV thank you for the kind words and inspiration sherry :) greetings from Germany
@@Laura-gf9eg And greetings from California:)
Wonderful Class! Thank you so much!
So powerful. I really like your work. Your seniors are cool 😊
Marcin Koszczyński Thanks Marcin! The best part of our week is when we get together and practice Yoga! It benefits us all! Love, sherry
@@SherryZM it's beautiful what you do with seniors and it's not about yoga at all. I especially like those moments in which you telling (quickly but nevertheless) anecdotes for these people. It is priceless. Such yoga has value for these people. You want to live. I try to do the same with my seniors. Best wishes from Poland my frend. m.
Marcin Koszczyński Greetings to you in Poland from me in California! We love what we do as Yoga teachers... and it's about sharing life and love. Namaste my Yogi friend❤️✨ love, Sherry
@@SherryZM namaste 🙏❤
Love this. Sharing!
teach senior chair yoga and I watch this video for a little inspiration now and then. I just wanted you to know that I'm sharing your light! namaste!
So great to hear you are shining your light around this world as well! Enjoy!
+modernhippielife I do the same! what a great job, right!?? great videos for ideas :) Thanks +YogaJP
+Colleen Chamberlain YAY Colleen! Love sharing ideas! Blessings, Sherry
I'm in the process of doing my YV Gentle Yoga certification and am really enjoying it, Sherry. I just love your energy!! :)