Gentle Moves & Grooves

Taught by Mari Rutledge, a licensed Physical Therapist with 38 years of experience and certified in Chair Yoga through My Vinyasa Practice, Gentle Moves and Grooves is designed for adults seeking a low-impact, supportive movement practice.

The class blends chair-based yoga with mindful breathing and light mobility work. Each session is paired with a curated soundtrack that turns stretches into a rhythm-driven routine, helping participants connect breath, beat, and body. No experience or special attire required; participants can move at their own pace.

What to Expect: 30–45 minutes of guided movement with a chair, mindful cooldown, and a brief music moment to close. All fitness levels welcome.

Twelve-Week Music Themes:

Week 1 – Easy Listening Classic –  Feb 3^rd – 5^th
Week 2 – Love Songs Through the Years – Feb 10^th –  Feb 12^th
Week 3 – Blues, Ballads and Slow Blues – Feb 17^th – Feb 19^th
Week 4 – Soft Rock and Folk Favorites Feb 24^th –  Feb 26^th
Week 5 – Country Gold- March 3^rd

 Break for Spring Break Week  March 10^th – 12^th 

Week 6 – Classic Jazz Standards –  March 17^th – March 19^th
Week 7 – Motown Slow Jams -March 24^th –   March 26^th
Week 8 – Piano and Strings Only –  March 31^st  – April 2^nd
Week 9 – Sunday Morning Gospel – April  7^th – 9^th
Week 10 – Movie Soundtracks and Theme Songs – April 14^th – 16^th
Week 11 – Instrumental Soul – April 21^st – 23^rd
Week 12 – Mari’s Favorite Playlist. – April 28^th – 30th