Training Total $400
Become a certified Chair yoga instructor in 2 days.
Saturday Feb. 7th 2026 9am-4pm
Sunday Feb. 8th 2026 9am-4pm
Where: Megan's Wellness Tribe 622 SW 3rd st Lee's Summit, MO 64063
Teacher: Ruthann Zentner RYT-500 & E-RYT 200
Investment: $400 ($50 deposit due to sign up) then setup 3 monthly payments
16 Continuing Education Hours honored by Yoga Alliance
Chair Yoga Teacher Training Program
Become a certified chair yoga teacher in 2 days!
Overview: This Chair Yoga Teacher Training Program is designed to equip yoga and fitness instructors with the knowledge and skills needed to safely and effectively teach yoga using a chair to seniors and individuals with reduced mobility. The course is tailored to provide practical insights into adapting traditional yoga poses using a chair, incorporating breath work, meditation, and fostering a mindful environment for students. Upon completion, participants will earn 16 Continuing Education Hours approved by Yoga Alliance and be a certified chair yoga instructor.
Curriculum:
Day 1:
Introduction to Chair Yoga
Understanding the benefits and principles of chair yoga.
Overview of the target audience: seniors and individuals with reduced mobility.
Adapting Asanas with a Chair
Detailed breakdown of traditional yoga poses and modifications using a chair.
Practical sessions on adapting poses for different mobility levels.
Breath Work and Meditation for Chair Yoga
Importance of breath awareness in chair yoga.
Introduction to chair meditation techniques.
Guided practice sessions.
Day 2: Sunday
Designing a Safe and Inclusive Chair Yoga Practice (You will leave with 2 full length chair yoga practices)
Creating sequences suitable for seniors and individuals with limited mobility.
Understanding limitations and modifications.
Teaching Cueing and Communication Skills
Effective cueing and communication with diverse populations.
Hands-on experience in instructing chair yoga sessions.
Mindful Movement Practices
Exploring the integration of mindfulness in chair yoga.
Practical applications of mindfulness techniques in teaching including savasana.
Practical Teaching and Feedback
Participants will have the opportunity to practice teaching chair yoga sequences.
Constructive feedback and guidance from experienced instructors.
All payments must be completed before the student receives certification.
(All Monies are Non-Refundable and Non-Transferable - Deposit & Training dollars)
Meet Your Instructor:
Ruthann is a fun-loving, creative spirit who creates a joyful and positive environment for everyone who enters her classes or workshops. As the lead 200RYT trainer of the Zen Zone Yoga school, she welcomes teachers and students and guides them to a path of self-love. She integrates alignment, core work, and breathing with creative sequencing. Her classes are dynamic and inspiring! Each class will energize your body and cultivate a meditative consciousness, fostering greater vitality and improved health. Ruthann is a 500 E-RYT with Yoga Alliance. She has over 30+ years of teaching experience! She is a loving mother of 3 amazing daughters, dedicated to being fearless and helping others.
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