In this class taught by Beth Lawrence, we will practice a set of poses, both seated and standing using the chair as a prop, that will promote strength, flexibility, and balance physically while encouraging relaxation and meditation mentally. Mats are not necessary.

Beth has been practicing yoga for 20 years and teaching in the DC area for 15. Her classes draw from traditional yoga practices, primarily Sivananda Yoga and Integral Yoga. She has earned her 500 RYT certification from the Yoga Alliance and has recently completed a program in Yoga Therapy. Beth teaches a gentle, traditional yoga practice which promotes mental and physical health and well being. Her class draws from Sivananda and Integral Yoga practices; beginning with a full body warm up, moving into a prescribed series of poses designed to keep the body strong and flexible while encouraging mental calmness and clarity, and ending with a deep final relaxation. 

This class will be held in Conference Room 401-A for most of the classes. Occasional the class may be held in 401-E. Registration is required prior to the start of the class.

Participate in the exercise programs  at your own risk and remember to consult with your doctor before starting a new fitness program.

Once you have registered for one class, you will be enrolled in that class each week. You do need to register for other classes other days.

Please be aware of proximity to others and do not join our in-person events if you are ill.

REGISTRATION & WAIVER OF LIABILITY
Group exercise fitness class- Iona Senior Services
By registering for any in-person and on-line activities you waive any liability as follows–
In consideration of my voluntary participation in this Fitness/Wellness Class (“The Program”), I hereby agree to release, hold harmless, and indemnify Iona Senior Services, and its employees, agents, and representatives (collectively “Iona”) from any and all actions, claims, and demands, for myself, my heirs, and/or my personal representatives, now and forever, as a result of injury, damage, or loss of property arising out of my participation in the Program. This release shall include any claims, demands, injuries, damages, or actions arising out of or connected with my use of Iona’s services and facilities, both on and off Iona’s premises, and from all acts of ordinary negligence on the part of Iona.

I recognize that the Program may include travel by public or private transit, private touring companies, walking, and other moderate physical activity. By agreeing to participate in the Program, I assert that I have willingly and knowingly accepted the risks inherent in such travel and activities, including bodily injury and property damage. I also assert that I have no physical condition, ailment, or limitation that would prevent me from participating in the Program in a safe manner. Finally, I assert that I have accident/health insurance coverage that will apply in the event of injury as a result of my participation in the Program.
Waiver of Liability and Informed Consent
I am participating in a group exercise fitness class, (“the activities”) offered by SPIRIT Club through Iona Senior Services.
I acknowledge that it is my duty to exercise ordinary care for the protection of others and myself while attending any class with SPIRIT Club. I assert I am in good health with no symptoms related to COVID or any other transferable viruses. I agree to give myself a health check before attending the class in person.
I assume the risk of physical activity in my current physical condition. I acknowledge that I have either received advice from my doctor that I am capable of physical exercise, or I do not feel obligated to seek advice from my doctor and will assume the risk of exercising without a doctor’s examination. I understand that I could experience muscle, neck, back, and other injuries as a result of my participation in the Activities. I understand my physical limitations and I am sufficiently self-aware to stop or modify my participation in any Activity before I become injured or aggravate a pre-existing injury.
I take complete responsibility for my presence and I will not hold SPIRIT Club, Iona Senior Services, or those affiliated with this class responsible for any injuries or loss I may incur as a result of my participation in yoga class now or in the future.
I hereby confirm that I have read and fully understand this release of liability and expressly waive any “Claim”, and assumption of risk agreement, I fully understand its terms, and I sign it voluntarily without inducement.