Advanced Chair Yoga Certification | Strength & Special Populations
Transform Gentle Chair Yoga into Dynamic, Strength-Building Sequences
Course Overview
Take your teaching beyond the basics. The Advanced Chair Yoga Certification is designed for teachers who have completed our Chair Yoga Teacher Training and want to deepen their knowledge. This training explores how to use chair yoga to build strength, enhance flexibility, and support special populations such as seniors or those recovering from injury.
Drawing on techniques from Iyengar, Pilates, and therapeutic yoga, you’ll learn advanced modifications and sequencing that go far beyond the foundations.
If your goal is to serve seniors, rehab clients, or communities with specific physical needs — or to complement your skills with workplace and Office Chair Yoga specialization — this advanced course will expand your teaching toolkit.
What You'll Learn
You will:
- Learn advanced sequencing strategies for strength and flexibility.
- Explore therapeutic adaptations for seniors and clients with mobility limitations.
- Integrate principles from Iyengar, Pilates, and functional movement.
- Refine alignment and cueing for advanced chair-based postures.
- Develop safe and progressive balance and gait practices for strength and fall prevention.
- Expand your reach into corporate and workplace wellness, with the option to pair this course with our Office Chair Yoga Training.
Curriculum Overview
This Advanced Chair Yoga Certification focuses on advancing chair yoga for strength, balance, and mobility while maintaining classes that are safe and inclusive. The curriculum covers:
- Foundations of advanced chair yoga: safe chair setup, leverage, and mobility support.
- Strength and conditioning progressions: sit-to-stand ladders, lunges, incline/decline pushes, and core work.
- Balance and gait training: directional weight shifts, single-leg work, and fall-prevention drills.
- Mobility and end-range control: spinal segmentation, hip/shoulder function, and ankle/foot articulation.
- Sequencing & programming strategies: designing flows for 30/45/60 minutes with mixed levels.
- Teaching labs: refining cueing, coaching, and online delivery.
Course Format & Details
- Total Hours: 5 hours (4 hours video + 1 hour self-study)
- Format: 100% online, self-paced
- Certification: 5 Yoga Alliance Continuing Education (YACEP) hours
- Price: $129 USD
- Access: Lifetime, unlimited access
Who This Course Is For
This training is designed for:
- Chair Yoga Teachers who have completed the Chair Yoga Teacher Training and want to advance their skills.
- Yoga teachers looking to expand into working with seniors, rehab clients, or those with unique mobility needs.
- Healthcare providers (physios, nurses, OTs) who want specialized tools for supporting aging or recovering populations.
- Wellness leaders who want to diversify their offerings, including corporate yoga programs and advanced adaptations.
Why You'll Love This Advanced Chair Yoga Course
- Gain confidence teaching beyond the basics.
- Learn how to serve seniors and special populations with skill and care.
- Add strength, flexibility, and therapeutic depth to your chair yoga classes.
- Earn 5 Yoga Alliance YACEP hours while expanding your teaching opportunities.
- Pair this advanced certification with the Office Chair Yoga specialization to diversify your teaching pathways.
What's Included
When you enroll in the Advanced Chair Yoga Certification, you’ll receive:
- Comprehensive Course Manual — covering advanced sequencing, strength & flexibility practices, and adaptations for seniors and special populations.
- On-Demand Video Lectures — 4 hours of expert-led lessons on alignment, sequencing, and therapeutic practices.
- Guided Practice Videos — step-by-step demonstrations of advanced chair yoga sequences.
- Self-Study Resources — 1 hour of manual review, reflection, and integration activities.
- Lifetime Access — unlimited access to all resources for class planning or personal review.
- Certification — earn 5 YACEP hours with Yoga Alliance, recognized worldwide.
About the Advanced Chair Yoga Teacher Trainer:
“Hi, I’m Christina Raskin, E-RYT 500, Lead Yoga Teacher Trainer at Asana at Home. Chair Yoga has been a cornerstone of my teaching career, and I’ve worked extensively with seniors, office workers, and special populations.
In the Advanced Chair Yoga Certification, I’ll guide you through deeper sequencing, therapeutic adaptations, and alignment principles that will help you serve students with greater confidence and skill.
Learn More About Christina Raskin
Frequently Asked Questions: Advanced Chair Yoga Certification
Do I need to complete the basic Chair Yoga Teacher Training first?
Yes. This advanced certification is designed for teachers who already have a solid understanding of chair yoga foundations. If you’re new to chair yoga, start with our Chair Yoga Teacher Training.
How long does it take to complete the course?
About 5 hours total, which you can complete in a weekend or at your own pace. Lifetime access is included.
What equipment do I need for the Advanced Chair Yoga Certification Training?
A sturdy chair without wheels, props like blocks, bolsters or straps can add variety, but aren’t required.
Is this course recognized by Yoga Alliance?
Yes. This training provides 5 Continuing Education (YACEP) hours with Yoga Alliance.
Can I use these Advanced Chair Yoga skills in corporate or workplace settings?
Yes. While this course emphasizes seniors and special populations, the advanced sequencing can also enrich corporate yoga programs, especially when paired with our Office Chair Yoga Teacher Training.
What makes this training different from the Office Chair Yoga specialization?
The Advanced Certification focuses on strength, flexibility, and therapeutic adaptations for seniors and special populations, while the Office specialization focuses on workplace wellness, stress relief, and corporate yoga programs. Many teachers choose to take both.
How much does the Advanced Chair Yoga Certification Cost?
The advanced chair yoga training and certifications costs $129 USD
What Our Students are Saying
“A great course with valuable content. I had lots of fun reading and learning about chair yoga and I love the way the teacher conveys the knowledge. Highly recommend from me to you.
Thanks for everything!” – Amin A
“The Asana at Home Online Chair Yoga program was fantastic! Christine’s explanations and videos were easy to follow. Her directions were thorough as her feedback was. I truly appreciated how much thought and effort Christine put forth in developing this Chair Yoga program. I am confident providing chair yoga will invite individuals into greater possibility of movement! Thank you kindly!” – Rita Theriault
Enroll in Advanced Chair Yoga Certification
Take your chair yoga teaching beyond the basics. Deepen your knowledge, expand your skills, and serve seniors, special populations, and more.
Enroll today — $149 | 5 Yoga Alliance YACEP Hours | Lifetime Access
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