Why Choose the Yoga4 Seniors Programme? The simple facts: Older people are the fastest growing group, with the over-65s numbering 9.8 million in 2007 and projected to increase to 16.1 million by 2032, almost one in four of the UK population. Advances in healthcare mean people are living longer but not necessarily in good health. Almost half of 65- to 74-year-olds have a long-standing illness that limits their activities and this rises to more than 70 per cent among the over-85s.

• Increased likelihood of ailments such as arthritis, rheumatism, high blood pressure & mobility issues.

The Yoga4 Seniors Training Programme - Creating positive Opportunities for Active Ageing & Renewed Vitality (Nationally Endorsed Award), takes the above into account:

• Yoga is simple to learn and easily adapted to accommodate different needs and abilities.


• Yoga poses help increase circulation, improve strength and stability and decrease rigidity; in doing so, they help alleviate pains, arthritis & cramps whilst (Yoga Health Benefits).


• Relaxation and breathing techniques help relieve anxiety and emotional difficulties.


• Yoga is both empowering and uplifting & seniors can derive enormous personal benefit (Testimonials).