Nonprofit
Published 1/15/26 10:10AM

Chair Yoga Instructor - Devens, MA (Recurring)

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Harvard, MA
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    Flexible schedule, 1 hour per week during business hours (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm). Volunteers must commit to 3 months and keep a regular schedule.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    2
    Cause Areas:
    Civic Engagement, Housing & Homelessness, Seniors & Retirement, Volunteering

    Description

    Program Summary: 2Life is looking for a volunteer to teach weekly or biweekly chair yoga classes for residents! We are searching for experienced yogis comfortable teaching a beginner to intermediate chair yoga for an interested population. For older adults, exercise is an essential activity that has a profound impact on the quality of their life. to prioritize mobility, balance, and mental and physical health. Our residents would be interested in both focusing on relaxation and focusing on poses for strength and flexibility. The goal is to improve aerobic capacity, flexibility, and muscle strength from the stability of chairs.

    Key responsibilities:

    • Design or Co-design a chair yoga class for Seniors at a variety of different
    • Facilitate and teach the fitness class independently
    • Take attendance
    • Assist residents with proper form and prioritize resident comfort

    Impact Goal: Physical activity is one of the most important things 2Life residents can do for their health. It helps improve strength and balance to keep doing your day to day activities, and prevents or delays diseases. For many, fitness activities and health workshops are also opportunities to reduce social isolation.

    Qualifications:

    • Completed 200hr teaching certification
    • Background in fitness or experience teaching fitness classes preferred
    • Strong leadership and independence to facilitate the group
    • Comfortable working with older adults
    • Friendly and welcoming attitude

    Location

    On-site

    Shirley Meadows House

    27 Hospital Rd, Devens, MA 01434, USA

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