Chair Yoga · Session 1 of 3
A ten-minute seated reset
Editorial guidance · awaiting teacher review · about 10 minutes
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Spoken guidance for the full session
Hear the opening, every movement, breath cues, adaptations and the closing. Quiet spaces give you time to practise and rest. Pictures advance with the spoken session.
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Before you begin
Welcome to A ten-minute seated reset. This is editorial guidance awaiting teacher review. A stable chair without wheels, placed securely; a footrest or blocks if your feet do not rest comfortably. Use back support whenever needed. Choose only movements and transfers that are comfortable and familiar. Stop for pain, dizziness or feeling unwell. The session will move on automatically, with quiet spaces for practice and rest. Pause whenever you need more time. Timed blocks include setup, short repetitions, side changes and rest; they are not continuous holds. Keep breathing naturally. English movement names will be spoken. Sanskrit names remain on screen.
1. Supported chair seat
Movement 1 of 5. Supported chair seat. Arrange your supports and choose a comfortable starting position before beginning. Breath cue. Natural breathing. Use a stable chair without wheels, feet on the floor or blocks. Rest hands on thighs. Notice contact with the seat and the room. Adjust whenever needed. Another option. Use back support and a comfortable footrest; do not force an upright position. Use the quiet space for familiar practice or rest. You do not need to keep holding a position until the next cue.
Quiet practice and rest within a 2-minute block. Follow the short stays described, not a continuous hold.
2. Seated arm reach
Movement 2 of 5. Seated arm reach. Release the previous position. Pause in a comfortable neutral position and arrange any support before continuing. Breath cue. Inhale to reach; exhale to lower. Sit with feet supported. Inhale to reach both arms forward no higher than comfortable shoulder height; exhale to lower. Try 4 repetitions. Let the shoulders soften after each one. Another option. Move one arm at a time or keep hands in the lap. Use the quiet space for familiar practice or rest. You do not need to keep holding a position until the next cue.
Quiet practice and rest within a 2-minute block. Follow the short stays described, not a continuous hold.
3. Supported chair seat
Movement 3 of 5. Supported chair seat. Release the previous position. Pause in a comfortable neutral position and arrange any support before continuing. Breath cue. Natural breathing. Let the arms rest in the lap. Notice support underneath the feet and pelvis; allow one or two ordinary breaths before moving again. Another option. Use back support and a comfortable footrest; do not force an upright position. Use the quiet space for familiar practice or rest. You do not need to keep holding a position until the next cue.
Quiet practice and rest within a 1-minute block. Follow the short stays described, not a continuous hold.
4. Seated chest opening
Movement 4 of 5. Seated chest opening. Release the previous position. Pause in a comfortable neutral position and arrange any support before continuing. Breath cue. Inhale to broaden gently; exhale to release. Keep hands on thighs. Inhale to broaden the chest a little, then exhale to release without rounding deeply. Repeat 3 times, with a pause between repetitions. Another option. Remain neutral and soften unnecessary shoulder effort. Use the quiet space for familiar practice or rest. You do not need to keep holding a position until the next cue.
Quiet practice and rest within a 2-minute block. Follow the short stays described, not a continuous hold.
5. Supported chair seat
Movement 5 of 5. Supported chair seat. Release the previous position. Pause in a comfortable neutral position and arrange any support before continuing. Breath cue. Natural breathing. Rest against the chair. Let breathing return to its own rhythm. To finish, notice the room and make small comfortable movements in the hands and feet. No standing is required. Another option. Use back support and a comfortable footrest; do not force an upright position. Use the quiet space for familiar practice or rest. You do not need to keep holding a position until the next cue.
Quiet practice and rest within a 3-minute block. Follow the short stays described, not a continuous hold.
Closing the session
This session is complete. Remain comfortably supported for a moment and let your breathing settle. There is no need to stand up quickly. Notice the room around you. You can record your practice in My Ananda, or simply finish here. Return to a familiar session whenever it suits you.
Movement 1 of 52 min suggested block
Your movement
Supported chair seat
No established Sanskrit name
To begin: Arrange your supports and choose a comfortable starting position before beginning.
Use a stable chair without wheels, feet on the floor or blocks. Rest hands on thighs. Notice contact with the seat and the room. Adjust whenever needed.
Another option: Use back support and a comfortable footrest; do not force an upright position.
Follow at your own pace, with as many extra breaths and pauses as you need. You choose when to move on.
Next: Seated arm reach
Equipment, scope & review status
A stable chair without wheels, placed securely; a footrest or blocks if your feet do not rest comfortably. Use back support whenever needed.
Stop for pain, dizziness or feeling unwell. This general practice is not an individual clinical plan.
Read the review status and context. The timer pauses when the page is hidden. Moving to another stage resets it; start it again when ready.