Chair Yoga Classes offered by Jefferson Rec

Jefferson Township’s Yoga Programs continue this Fall

The Jefferson Township Recreation Department is pleased to continue its three adult yoga programs this fall.   Students will be instructed in one of the oldest styles of yoga -- the Hatha style by certified instructor Linda Mangan.

A Chair Yoga Program for adults will be offered this fall. This very gentle class will be held on Wednesday evenings from 6 to 7 pm in the Camp Jefferson Community Lodge, 81 Weldon Road, Lake Hopatcong.  Learn modified yoga postures --gentle twists, hip stretches, forward bends and mild backbends incorporating the same principles as a full yoga class but with the support of being seated in a chair. The class will also focus on breathing techniques and stress management tools such as meditation and deep relaxation.   Chair Yoga Class will run for 9 sessions on Wednesday evenings from 6 to 7 pm beginning September 25 and ending on December 11. The cost will be $31.50 per person.

A basic Beginner Yoga Class to learn yoga postures, principles of safe alignment, yoga philosophy, and breathing technique will be offered on Wednesday evenings and is open to new beginners, those with limited yoga experience, those recovering from an injury, or anyone just wanting to take it slow and steady.  While doing these gentle Hatha poses, you’ll naturally increase flexibility, release tension, and build mental clarity.  This Beginner Yoga Class will run for 12 sessions on Wednesday evenings from 7:30 to 8:30 pm beginning September 18 and ending on December 11 in the Jefferson Township Middle School Cafeteria, 1000 Weldon Road, Oak Ridge, and the cost will be $42 per person.  If necessary, there will be a make-up date on December 18.  

A comprehensive, balanced class with a steady and relaxed flow will be offered in the Open Level Yoga Class.  Explore traditional yoga postures with basic to challenging options offered.  Emphasis will be on safe alignment, breath, meditation, and guided relaxation techniques.  This class is open to all levels through intermediate, and this class will run for 12 sessions on Thursday evenings from 7:30 to 8:30 pm beginning September 12 and ending on December 12 (no class on 10/3) in the Jefferson Township Middle School Cafeteria, 1000 Weldon Road, Oak Ridge, and the cost will be $42 per person.  If necessary, there will be a make-up date on December 19.  

Registration forms are available by stopping by the Jefferson Township Recreation Department (9 am - 4:30 pm -- Monday through Thursday and 8 am – 3:30 pm on Friday) located at 81 Weldon Road at Camp Jefferson), by calling 973-663-8404 so a registration form can be mailed or emailed to you, or you can download the registration form from the township website at www.jeffersontownship.net, “Residents” tab, “Forms Center” to “Recreation Department”. Forms will also be in the display racks at the Municipal Building and Public Library. All paperwork and payment must be received in the Recreation Department prior to a student beginning either yoga class, and the instructor will not accept registration forms and payment at any session.   

There is a minimum of 15 persons per class with a maximum of 30 for each yoga session.   All students should bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks (optional), and a bottle of water to each session.