Stacy Franck
Chair Yoga Instructor
Chair Yoga for Healthy Aging, Mindfulness & Fun!
A little bit about Stacy:​
2003
Health Care Aide certification from
Okanagan College
2015
Recreation Aide certification from
College of the Rockies
2018
Hatha Yoga instructor certification (200hrs) from
Semperviva Yoga Teacher Training College
2019
Teaching Through Touch certification from
Semperviva Yoga Teacher Training College
2019
Chair Yoga instructor certification from
Semperviva Yoga Teacher Training College
2022-2023
Board President of the
Penticton & District Community Arts Council
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2024
Penticton & Wine Country Chamber of Commerce,
Top 40 Over/Under 40 recipient.
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Present
YouTube Channel in the works
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What is Chair Yoga?
​​​​Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting in a chair, or standing using a chair for support.
Using a chair makes yoga accessible and safe for seniors and people with varying physical limitations.
Chair Yoga poses can also be helpful in an office or art studio setting.
The poses of Chair Yoga are often adaptations
of Hatha yoga poses.
Chair Yoga can Help to Relieve Symptoms of:
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Hypertension (high blood pressure)
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Anxiety
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Chronic fatigue
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Arthritis
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Vertigo
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Multiple Sclerosis
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Carpal Tunnel
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Depression
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Chronic pain
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Other Benefits Include:
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Improved mental clarity
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Increases circulation
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Aids in heart & lung functions
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Reduces aches & pains
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Helps to reduce stress
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Triggers the release of endorphins, promoting an overall sense of well-being
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Stacy's classes include not only Chair Yoga poses but also; Breathwork, Guided Meditation & Face & Laughter Yoga!
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Benefits of Breathwork:
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Builds a stronger respiratory system
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Builds a better immune system
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Releases stress hormones from the body
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Benefits of Meditation:
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Helps to build skills to manage stress
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Increases self-awareness
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Helps to focus on the present
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Helps reduce negative emotions
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Increases imagination & creativity
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Increases patience & tolerance
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Improves sleep quality
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Benefits of Face Yoga:
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Increases oxygen to the skin
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Boosts blood circulation
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Stimulates the production of elastin & collagen
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Reduces tension in the facial muscles
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​What type of classes does
Soft Spot Yoga offer?
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Group OR Private
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Chair Yoga for Older Adults & Mobility challenged
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Wheelchairs & Walkers OK!
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Chair Yoga for Artists & Office Workers
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​Decrease work-place stress
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Increase productivity & creativity
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Relieve aches & pains from office or studio work & repetitive hand and wrist movement
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Chair Yoga for Meditation Groups
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​Beneficial for relaxation before meditation
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Chair Yoga for Women’s Circles
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​Beneficial for Chakra work
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A short guided meditation included by request
You are guaranteed to leave Stacy's classes with a smile on your face!
Classes to be held at your facility, community centre, business office, yard or studio in
Penticton BC.