No mat. No flexibility required. Just you, a chair, and your breath.
Live online chair yoga, breathing and meditation with VictoriAnn, made for people recovering from surgery, illness or injury, and for anyone who finds sitting more comfortable.
You don't have to get up from your chair to change the direction of your life.
Choga is the gentle, chair-based practice I teach, now in a book you can keep beside your favorite chair. A full guided practice you can do from any chair, in as little as five minutes.
Choose Kindle or Paperback on Amazon.
You probably have a few questions. Good. Here are the honest answers.
These are the same questions almost everyone asks before their first class.
- Do I need special equipment? Just a regular chair, the kind already in your kitchen or living room. Nothing to buy.
- What if I have zero flexibility? Perfect. That's exactly who this is built for. We breathe and stretch at whatever range your body has today.
- Is this only for older or disabled people? No. It's for anyone who wants a gentler way to move, at any age and any ability.
Built for the body you have today.
Anyone recovering from surgery, illness, or injury, or simply looking for movement that doesn't demand a "yoga body". If you find more comfort sitting or reclining, you belong here.
- Recovering from surgery, illness, or injury
- Arthritis or osteoporosis
- Multiple sclerosis or fibromyalgia
- Chronic back pain or scoliosis
- Frozen shoulder or carpal tunnel
- Anxiety or overwhelm
- Limited mobility
- Wheelchair users
- All ages and all abilities
Here's exactly what a class feels like
No surprises, nothing to prepare beyond a chair and a few open minutes.
- 01
Take a seat
Literally. Settle into your chair, feet grounded, no mat required.
- 02
Breathe together
We open with mindful breathing to settle the nervous system before we move.
- 03
Gentle, guided movement
Seated stretches and supportive movement, paced for your body, not a demonstration to keep up with.
- 04
Rest and reflect
We close with a dreamlike meditation, and many students leave feeling calmer than when they arrived.
As always, please check with your doctor before beginning any new movement practice. More about classes
What students say
Words from students and community partners about VictoriAnn's yoga classes over the years.
“Victoria is not only an instructor she is a people person who is loving and caring to your needs. For instance, if you can't get into one of her poses she will go above and beyond to modify it so you can reach your upmost potential.”
“Victoria is such a great teacher! She is able to modify the class for both beginners and advanced yogis alike! She brings a calming presence to the class, as well as some lighthearted and loosen-up quips that help you not take yourself and your practice so seriously and enjoy all aspects of the class in the best way possible!”
“Victoria is a very competent and compassionate teacher. Perfect for beginners to experts. I absolutely love her!”
“Victoria comes to our Community twice a month and our residents thoroughly enjoy their Yoga class. The room is always jammed pack and they are eager to get started. Highly recommend Victoria for all ages as I sat in her class as well and would love to go to her classes outside of work.”
From beach mornings to community studios
A look at the practice, on and off the chair.
Banana Beak Balcony
"The Andes are singing."
Our excursions and retreats program, bringing the practice off the chair and out into the mountains and cloud forest surrounding Medellín, Colombia. Details on upcoming trips coming soon!
Ready to try a class?
Join VictoriAnn's Rehabilitation Choga sessions live on Insight Timer. Live classes are $25 USD per class (PayPal) or COP 80,000 (Bancolombia QR). No equipment needed but a chair.