Sit down to get your body moving with chair yoga

A new free yoga class starting south of Cairns will have people on the edge of their seat.

Council has added an inclusive chair yoga class at Edmonton to its Active Living program, which offers free exercise and wellbeing classes delivered by qualified trainers.

Chair yoga is ideal for seniors and those with chronic health conditions requiring a chair for support.

The exercise is proven to reduce the impact of illness and pain, while other health benefits include helping participants feel calm and relaxed.

The first class will be held at 9am on Monday 19 June.

Cairns Mayor Bob Manning said the new class gives people another free fitness option.

“Chair yoga is a fantastic addition to the Active Living program, which has now grown to 22 fun-filled classes across Cairns each week,” he said.

“The instructor will put a focus on mindfulness and meditation into each session to keep people feeling calm and relaxed.

“Council continues to provide free fitness programs that improve community health and wellbeing.”

In 2022, more than 18,000 locals and tourists participated in free fitness programs such as Zumba, Pilates, and beach volleyball, to name a few.

Visit Council’s website to download a timetable and get involved.

Chair Yoga class details:

9am-10am, every Monday from 19 June.

Down Park Community Hall, 53 Pyne St, Edmonton.

Chairs are provided.