Why yoga at the workplace?
The main benefit of yoga being offered in the work place is its convenience: employees can participate in yoga without leaving office site. It eliminates travel times to and from a studio. It also sends a message to employees: that you care about their well-being.
Corporate yoga promotes self-care and stress relieving techniques among employees, during the workday and beyond. Employees are more likely to make better decisions at their workplace and can encourage more productivity. Yoga can also foster a more positive attitude towards co-workers. All it takes is an hour during the workday for them to focus on deep breathing in order to achieve relaxation and quiet the mind.
This “yoga hour” can benefit employees to bring about stability to an imbalanced body and mind. The workplace is probably where yoga is most needed. It can greatly help employees cope with the stress.
It is a practice that can be done with little space, minimal equipment, and without wardrobe change when practiced at their desks.
How Yoga Can Benefit
EMPLOYEES
- Reduces muscle tension and discomfort due to deskbound working positions
- Improves posture, breathing, flexibility and endurance
- Improves memory, focus and concentration
- Improves the immune system and overall health, which means fewer sick leaves
- Increases productivity, motivation and efficiency
- Improves morale in the workplace, decision making, creativity and positive thinking patterns
How Yoga Can Benefit
EMPLOYERS
- Increases overall productivity
- Decreases health care premiums
- Reduces employee turnover rate
- Reduces employee absenteeism
- Increases job satisfaction among employees
- Provides an attractive benefit to potential employees seeking employment with your company
“A freer body gives you a more open mind. How you feel physically is going to affect how you function mentally.”
“Life at work is full of distractions. Yoga gives me an opportunity to focus, since it’s rare that everything is so serene.”
EVERYONE CAN PARTICIPATE
Yoga classes are suitable for all levels and custom designed to meet the needs of your employees. All shapes and sizes of students are welcome, regardless of fitness or flexibility level. I offer a safe and detailed approach to all postures with attention given to body ailments commonly experienced at work.
CLASS FORMAT
Yoga classes can be conducted during lunchtime, before or after work. Each class is 30-50 minutes long.
WHAT DO I OFFER?
I offer the following classes:
- Yoga for Beginners
- Yoga for Stress Relief
- Yoga for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Yoga for Low Back Pain
- Chair Yoga
- Restorative Yoga
The classes can be modified based on needs.
WHAT DO YOU NEED?
A quiet, open and comfortable space, large enough for your group size, e.g. a boardroom, conference room, auditorium, empty office room, gymnasium, or lunchroom. Each person will need a yoga mat and to wear comfortable clothing. Props such as, straps and blocks, can be supplied as needed.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
I offer a four, eight, or twelve-class package. Please contact me to discuss your needs and goals so we can figure out the right package and pricing for you.
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