Yoga for Seniors - Sydney Course

We offer training in face to face and/or online learning formats.

• Please see scheduled class for delivery format.
• Online classes delivered via livestream video over Zoom.

You are never too old to try Yoga. Yoga for Seniors is an introduction to common yoga practices - postures, breathing techniques, relaxation and meditation techniques. Discover the benefits for your body and mind. This course is a passive experience of a mild level of yoga. No previous experience needed.

Macquarie Community College operates from a range of venues across Northern and Western Sydney. We have campuses in Blacktown, Carlingford, Chatswood, Epping, Mt Druitt, Richmond, and Ryde. Enrol now!

Course Outline

• If you have not tried Yoga before, Yoga for Seniors is an idea course for you.

Topics include:

• Outline of yoga postures and relaxation techniques
• Principles of Iyengar style of yoga
• Health benefits

Course Outcome

• Students will become familiar with a series of yoga poses and relaxation techniques to assist with relief from pain, discomfort, stress and anexiety in the body.
• Students will experience the unique experience of the Iyengar style of yoga.

What to Bring

• A yoga mat, blanket and cool drink
• Wear loose, comfortable clothing

Prerequisite: Desirable

• No prior experience required. Course will suit students will some basic experience.

Delivery Mode

• We offer training in face to face and/or online learning formats.
• To check the delivery mode of the course you are interested in please view the class timetable.

Classroom based: experienced and engaging trainers will take you through the course material face to face.

Classroom based learning for this course includes:

• Scheduled class times and sessions
• Interaction with your trainer and other students
• Class is held in a yoga studio

Please note: Government COVID-19 regulations and recommendations, including appropriate social distancing measures, hand washing and other hygiene protocols will be in place at all times and may result in course delivery changes.

Remote learning: experienced and engaging trainers will take you through the course material via interactive livestream video classes online.

Remote learning for this course includes:

• Scheduled class times and sessions
• Livestream video classes online
• Interaction with your trainer and other students during livestream video sessions

Please note: You will need access to the internet and a smartphone, tablet, computer or laptop in order to participate in the livestream video classes.

Macquarie Community College operates from a range of venues across Northern and Western Sydney. We have campuses in Blacktown, Carlingford, Chatswood, Epping, Mt Druitt, Richmond, and Ryde. Enrol now!