Chair Yoga CourseYoga for Every
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A training dedicated to Chair Yoga — an adapted, safe and inclusive practice, using the chair as support.
Over 10 hours, participants learn to adapt postures and breathing techniques for seniors, rehabilitation and people with reduced mobility.
Who this training is for
Yoga Teachers and Instructors
Who want to bring yoga safely to seniors and people with reduced mobility.
Therapists and Health Professionals
Looking for an accessible tool for their patients' rehabilitation and wellbeing.
Experienced Practitioners
Who want a safe practice adapted to their needs.
Objectives
Understand the foundations and origins of Chair Yoga
Learn the principles of accessibility and safety
Adapt asanas and sequences using the chair as support
Integrate breathing, meditation and relaxation in the chair
Plan classes and therapeutic applications for common cases
How it works
Training Methodology
Video Lessons
Learn at your own pace and schedule. Study whenever and wherever you like, with 4 months of access.
PDF Materials
Practical tables, adapted postures, visual guides and complementary PDF materials.
Ongoing Support
Questions answered by email and private group. Carla is available throughout the whole training process.
Assessment and Certification
Formative assessments throughout the course and a final exam. Certification recognised by Yoga Alliance, DGERT and IPDJ.
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certification
With 10 hours of training, this course is internationally recognised and brings concrete benefits for your career and your Portuguese tax return (IRS).
4x
Certifications included
Yoga Alliance, DGERT, IPDJ and BeYoga — recognised for teaching, professional practice and personal development.
2
IPDJ Credits
For renewal of the Exercise Professional (TTEF) and Technical Director (DT) titles.
10h
YACEP Continuing Education
Counts towards maintaining your international Yoga Alliance certification.
30%
IRS Tax Deduction
DGERT certification lets you deduct 30% of training expenses — up to €800 per household.
programme
course structure
5 thematic units across 10 hours, with 4 months of access to study at your own pace.
Unit 1 — Foundations of Chair Yoga
What Chair Yoga is and where it comes from
Principles of accessibility and safety
Target audiences: reduced mobility, seniors, rehabilitation
Target audiences: reduced mobility, seniors, rehabilitation
2H
Unit 2 — Alignment and Essential Postures
Seated and standing postures with support
Stretching, joint mobility, strength and balance
Variations with blocks, straps and blankets
Variations with blocks, straps and blankets
2H
Unit 3 — Adapting Asanas and Sequences
Principles of asana adaptation
Adapted Sun Salutation (versions I and II)
Building accessible sequences
Building accessible sequences
Building accessible sequences
2H
Unit 4 — Breathing, Meditation and Relaxation
Accessible breathing practices (pranayama)
Adapted meditation
Guided relaxation techniques
Guided relaxation techniques
Guided relaxation techniques
2H
Unit 5 — Therapeutic Applications and Planning
Adapting for common clinical cases
Creating therapeutic sequences
Planning complete classes
2H
Final Assessment and Certification
Formative assessments throughout the course
Written exam with a minimum mark of 80% to pass
Submission of a complete practice video
Official certificate issued upon approval
final exam
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What's included
COURSE FEE
175€
Prices include tax · 4 months of access
✓ Access to content for 4 months
✓ Complementary PDF materials
✓ Ongoing support and guidance
✓ 4× Certifications — Yoga Alliance, DGERT, IPDJ, BeYoga
✓ Formative assessments and final exam
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Access: immediate after enrolment, available 24/7.
Access duration: 4 months from enrolment.
Format: 100% online — pre-recorded video lessons.
Questions: geral@beyoga.pt · +351 927 033 409
E-RYT 500 · Yoga Alliance 2025 · 3,800+ teaching hours
Certified Teacher and Trainer
Carla Gonçalves
Founder · Director of Education · BeYoga School
Founder of BeYoga School, Carla Gonçalves is a Yoga Teacher and Teacher Trainer with more than 3,800 teaching hours recognised by Yoga Alliance.
Throughout the training she is available to answer any questions that arise. At any point in the course you can send your questions directly to the trainer.
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Support and Mentorship
During the course
Our teaching team is always available to support students throughout the journey, whatever questions arise.
By email and private group
Questions answered by email and through a private group. A welcoming, accessible learning environment.
After the training
The BeYoga certificate is recognised for teaching, professional practice and personal development — with ongoing support from the school.
"Join the next generation of conscious teachers, able to care with presence, ethics and sensitivity."
Carla Gonçalves — Founder and Director of Education, BeYoga School
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions?
How is the assessment done?
BY – Assessment is through a final exam requiring a mark of 80% or higher to pass.
Is the final exam timed?
BY – No, there is no time limit for the final exam.
Is there an email I can contact if I have questions?
BY – Yes! Feel free to email us at carla.goncalves@beyoga.pt if you have any questions.
I'm in the middle of the exam and the page froze — what do I do?
BY – One way to solve this is to copy and paste the URL into a new browser or tab. The quiz should reopen exactly where you left off. If technical problems persist, contact us at geral@beyoga.pt
I finished a session but it doesn't show as completed.
BY – At the end of each section you need to click “Complete and Continue” for the session to be marked as completed.
How do I get my certificate?
BY – To receive the course certificate, you must:Go through all the course content.Take the Final Exam (scoring 80% or higher).Send a video of yourself teaching a 30-minute Chair Yoga class to carlagoncalves@beyoga.pt within 90 days of starting the course.
How long do I have access to the course?
BY – Access to the content is available for 4 months from the date of enrolment.
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