GENTLE MOVEMENT. GREATER CONFIDENCE.

Feel stronger, steadier and more at ease.

Friendly chair yoga for older adults — seated or using a chair for support, with no need to get down on the floor.

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Classes in St Ives & online

Teaching seniors since 2018

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AUSTRALIA’S CHAIR YOGA DIRECTORY

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PAULA’S CLASSES

Choose the way you’d like to practise

Join a friendly class in St Ives on Sydney’s North Shore in NSW and take part live, online, or practise with two fresh recordings each week.

St Ives classes

Six welcoming face-to-face classes each week, with gentle movement, strengthening, balance and relaxation.

Monday 9:30am
St Ives Community Rooms

Monday 11am
St Ives Community Hall

Monday 12:15pm
St Ives Community Hall

Tuesday 11am
Chair Yoga Studio

Thursday 11am
Chair Yoga Studio

Thursday 1:30pm
St Ives Community Hall

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Live online

One-hour Zoom classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11am. Can’t attend live? Use the recording for seven days.

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Recorded classes

Receive two different recordings each week and practise whenever your energy and schedule allow.

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MEET PAULA

Warm practical teaching that meets you where you are.

Paula O’Connell has been teaching chair yoga since 2018 and is passionate about making yoga accessible, especially for older adults and people with limited mobility.
Her welcoming classes combine gentle movement, breath awareness and relaxation to support strength, flexibility, balance and calm. With clear guidance and options to suit different abilities, you can practise seated or use a chair for support. Beginners are warmly welcomed.

“Best decision in a long time to go to Paula’s class. She’s such a good teacher.”

– Anne, Google Review

What chair yoga can support

  • Balance & everyday confidence
  • Flexibility & comfortable movement
  • Strength & stamina
  • Breathing, relaxation & sleep
CHAIR YOGA ARTICLES

Helpful ideas for moving well

Practical, easy-to-understand guidance about chair yoga, healthy movement and staying confident in everyday life.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Wondering if chair yoga is right for you?

These are some of the questions people often ask before their first class. If yours is not here, Paula is always happy to help.

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Not at all. Flexibility is not a requirement—chair yoga helps you move gently within a range that feels comfortable for you.

No. The exercises are completed while seated or standing with a chair for support, with no need to get down on the floor.

No. Chair yoga can suit anyone who prefers a gentle, supported form of movement, although Paula’s classes are designed especially for older adults.

Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. Bring some water and anything you normally need to feel comfortable during exercise.

Yes! Your first class with Paula is free, so you can experience the class before deciding whether it is right for you.

Yes! You can join Paula’s live online chair yoga classes through Zoom. If you cannot attend live, a recording is available for seven days.

SIMPLE FEES

Choose what suits you best

CASUAL

$20

per class

Flexible, with no commitment

10-CLASS PASS
MOST POPULAR

$160

For Zoom or in-person classes

RECORDED PACK

$190

per 10-week term

Two fresh classes every week

FOR CHAIR YOGA TEACHERS

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