Check in with your body, spend some time seeing how you’re feeling and learn to breathe deeply and mindfully in this seated yoga session. Feel free to do mini-yoga activity anytime you need a little break, or as part of a longer practice. This is video one of a series of six.
This guide is part of our Sense Arts, Sport & Wellbeing programme. This activity can be done at a time that suits you, either in your own space or in an educational setting.
Who is this for?
This is a workshop for people who are deafblind or have complex disabilities and can be enjoyed by anyone.
Why does this make a difference?
This is a wellbeing activity that helps people use their senses to connect with their surroundings, exploring touch by exploring mindfulness, relaxation and movements, supporting self-expression, individuality and understanding.
How to take part
Watch the video below.
What happens in the video?
Step 1
Before you get started, make sure you have a clear space around you, a chair nearby, a glass of water and remember to take breaks if you need.
Step 2
Find a neutral sitting position, with a long spine. Take your gaze down to the floor, and close your eyes.
Step 3
Spend some time noticing any sounds you can hear, or feelings you can feel - follow along with the video. When you’re done, take a really nice big sigh and open your eyes, inhaling through the nose and out through the mouth.
Step 4
Place your hands on your belly, and notice how it moves as you breathe.
Step 5
Then place your fingertips on your collar bones, and notice how that feels, again closing your eyes if you feel comfortable.
Step 6
To do Uji or yogic breathing, constrict the back of your throat and breathe in and out through the nose, so it makes a sound like a wave. Think about how breathing like this is affecting your pelvic floor and see if you can sense any difference.
This activity was created by yoga teacher Rebecca.