Chair Tai Chi offered Wednesdays online through Veterans Yoga Project studio with Gail PB
Starting October 9 & 23, 2024, you can book your free online Chair Tai Chi class with Veterans Yoga Project teacher, Gail Pickens-Barger. Wednesdays at 1:00 PM CDT.
Class Description
Chair Tai Chi is a 45 minute class, consisting of a blend of Yang Style Tai Chi forms (singled out for adaptability in a seated position), Shaolin muscle and sinew exercises, qigong (“chee-kung”) detoxing techniques, hand/finger/eye exercises, acupressure point stimulation, and guided rest & relaxation & gratitude practice.
Benefits: Chronic pain reduction, improved strength and flexibility, range of motion, posture, blood pressure, sleep, digestion, and immunity. Relieves stress, anxiety, and aids in overall well-being. Chair Tai Chi is a unique therapeutic modality being offered in the online Veterans Yoga Project studio.
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Seated Chair Yoga. Using gear such as yoga straps, blocks, chairs and mats to build bones by actively engaging large muscle groups.
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In-Person Classes: Wednesdays – Chair Tai Chi with a splash of Yoga at Lakeside Center, 150 Magnolia Street, Beaumont, Texas. $4 for non-residents of Beaumont, free for Beaumont residents. Class starts at 11:00 AM. Come a bit early to grab a chair, or have one of us get you a chair.
Fridays – Yoga – may be done entirely seated, or on the yoga mat, or standing behind the chair for support. Lakeside Center, 150 Magnolia Street, Beaumont, Texas. $4 for non-residents of Beaumont, free for Beaumont residents. Class starts at 10:30 AM. Come a bit early to place down your yoga mat, grab a chair, yoga strap and block. Please bring your own personal yoga mat. All other gear provided.
Online Classes: Wednesdays at 1 PM Central Time (think Texas). Held on Veterans Yoga Project Online yoga studio. Free. All are welcomed. https://veteransyogaproject.org/vyp-classes to create an account and then book a class. There’s also an app for that. Download from Apple or Andriod onto your phone. Create and account, book a class! Come a bit early to class to say “Hi” before we get started.
The online class can also be done either seated on the chair, or on the yoga mat. I do have some folks who do the class on the couch or their bed. This class is geared to lessen back pain.
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Chair Tai Chi in Beaumont Texas with Gail Pickens-Barger
Chair Tai Chi with Gail Pickens-Barger
Wednesdays is your day for Seated Chair Tai Chi with Gail Pickens-Barger. This popular format is based on her training with MoonWillow Tai Chi with Allison Deputy.
When Gail was feeling the effects of her Afib acting up in 2022-2023, she wanted to find a gentle exercise modality that would still give her the great benefits of flexibility, stability and a sense of calmness.
After a bit of investigation, Gail found Allison on a local library event in the state of Illinois. This was a once a week online option on Zoom where you could register through the library to take this class.
After taking classes on a pretty consistent basis, Gail started adding some of the Tai Chi movements to her adaptive yoga classes at Lakeside center in Beaumont Texas.
Allison offers training in this modality, and Gail took the Chair Tai Chi training in August/September of 2023. Part of one’s training is to perform a teach back class, to demonstrate proper form, and sequences of the movements.
Developed by Allison Deputy over a 25-year period, Chair Tai Chi is now actively used in assisted living and health care/rehabilitation centers across suburban Chicago.
This program is a blend of Yang Style Tai Chi forms (singled out for adaptability in a seated position), Shaolin muscle and sinew exercises, qigong (“chee-kung”) detoxing techniques, hand/finger/eye exercises, as well as healing visualization.
Chair Tai Chi Benefits:
chronic pain reduction
improved flexibility
range of motion
posture
blood pressure
sleep
digestion
immunity
relieves stress
anxiety
aids in overall well-being
Chair Tai Chi is a unique therapeutic modality to offer in any senior or healthcare facility.
When? Teaching Wednesdays at 11 AM at Lakeside Center 150 Magnolia Avenue Beaumont, Texas. Next to the Event Centre, and you will also see all the lovely Beaumont Festival Murals as you enter into the facility. On the back side of the Lakeside Center you will see the Event Center Lake and children’s playground area.
Allison Deputy will be teaching another series of classes in September/October online. I’ll be taking the refresher option as my students are really enjoying this class! Always learning!
45-60 Minute Yoga Classes for Beginners and Those with Back Challenges
Yoga classes spanning 45 to 60 minutes are particularly beneficial for beginners as well as individuals dealing with back challenges and chronic pain. The duration provides ample time for gentle warm-up exercises, foundational yoga poses, and a rejuvenating relaxation period. This allows participants to gradually build strength, flexibility, and mindfulness while also catering to the specific needs of those with back issues and chronic pain.
Testimonial for Yoga for Low Back Pain Class
One of the Veterans participating in the Veteran’s Yoga Project shared the following feedback about the class:
“I am grateful for the opportunity to attend the Yoga for Low Back Pain class led by Gail Pickens-Barger. The sessions have been instrumental in alleviating my discomfort and improving my overall well-being. I highly recommend this class to fellow Veterans struggling with similar issues.”
This testimonial highlights the positive impact of the class on the participant’s physical and mental health, showcasing the value of the Yoga for Low Back Pain program.
The Gentle Yoga for Low Back Care class that I teach for the Veterans Yoga Project, helps to lower the pain levels of back pain.
In-person classes at Lakeside Event Center in Beaumont Texas. Fridays at 10:30 AM
Gail talking. “Hey Don, welcome back! Hope this helped you! Let me know!” Don – Veteran “Yes it always helps! I’m similar to you: chronic back pain for 20-30 years, and since I started doing yoga in Tucson and more recently on-line, my back is much better. Not completely gone, but a heck of a lot better!”
Doesn’t get much better than that!
Now online through VYP-Classes Online weekly at 1:00 PM CST on Wednesdays.
Yoga Nidra Meditation for Sleep, Pain Relief, and Stress Reduction
Yoga Nidra is a powerful meditation practice that can help ease you into sleep, alleviate chronic pain, and reduce stress. By guiding your mind and body into a state of deep relaxation, Yoga Nidra can promote healing and rejuvenation. Whether you are seeking relief from physical discomfort or looking to unwind from the day’s stress, this ancient meditation technique can support your well-being.
Yoga Nidra for better sleep.
Sample of Yoga for Back Relief Classes that I teach
What gear do I need for Gentle Yoga for Low Back Care Classes?
Just some ideas of the gear one can buy, or find items in your home to use for Gentle Yoga for Low Back Care Class!
What people are saying about the online yoga classes with Gail!
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One Last Thing… Be sure to wear either layer for your top or a form-fitting top. We do a pose in our Beginners Yoga class called, Downward Facing Dog. You basically look like an “Upside Down” Letter, “V”, and sometimes shirts will ride up your backside! Whoops! Here’s my young daughter demonstrating!
PRIVATE YOGA LESSONS – One-on-One Lessons.
These are to be held online. In either Mid-County or Beaumont Texas. Please call 409-727-3177 for additional inquiries.
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