the movement
honor ancestors, serve descendants, nourish all
“We all age but not all of us become elders,
I want to grow to be an elder”
– Frances Kao
ELDER classes with Frances Kao
ELDER classes are an online offering serving our active aging population from senior living centers, community centers, and individual community members. Join us and connect with your breath, body and beyond.
Hi Friends,
I grew up in a culture (Hong Kong) where elders are revered, admired, esteemed. However, I know that we don’t just automatically become an elder we have to earn and embody the wisdom of an elder. To me, the word ELDER becomes an acronym that describes an elder’s way of being.
E -Expansive
L- Living through
D- Diet
E- Exercise and
R- Rejuvenation
Expansive Living
We allow our whole being to thrive. Regardless of age and circumstance we continue to learn and grow in heart-mind-body-spirit.
Diet
From the Greek word diaita meaning ‘a way of life’ Diet is far more than just what we do or don’t eat. We may consider all that we consume; the books we read, the music we listen to, the communities we engage, what are we choosing to nourish our whole being.
Exercise
From the Latin exercere meaning ‘practice’, and the Middle English exercise meaning ‘application of a right’. Simply put; we practice breath and movement so we may exercise our right of breath and movement.
Rejuvenation
How do we reset, recharge, refresh ourselves? Yes, rest (like a good night sleep) is needed, and inspiration is equally needed. Through breath and movement, we can bring ourselves into the present moment. The power of presence helps us to feel connected to the whole of existence. Through connection we uplift and inspire ourselves and others.
ELDER classes are designed with our active aging community in mind. Start where you are and grow from there. Every class is an opportunity to reconnect with yourself and expand your awareness. Developing a sense of whole being, heart-mind- body-spirit, thriving for yourself and others. I see elders leading the way. Join us!
ELDER- Lymphatic Flow & Chair Yoga
Class Description: Frances Kao is a certified Lebed Method instructor. The Lebed Method lymphatic opening is a sequence of breath and movements done slow and smooth to open and clear the Lymphatic System to facilitate the lymph fluid to move easily through the whole body.
We use the Lebed Method to open the lymphatic system at the start of the class and keep the lymph fluid flowing through our chair yoga practice to improve overall wellness, range-of-motion, balance, strength, and endurance. The entire class can be done seated or standing, or any combination of sitting and standing as you desire.
When: Tuesday and Thursdays
Please zoom in for your time zone.
10 am Pacific Standard Time / 1pm Eastern Standard Time
NEW TO THE CLASSES?
Please contact Frances Kao at namasteyogi@hotmail.com.
You will need to sign the activity waiver and release before participating.
Specific Dates for December 2022
If you have to miss a live class you signed up for, you can email Fran and request a link to the recording of the class. Recordings are of the teacher only.
Tuesday
Dec 6: No classes
Dec 13: Session 1
Dec 20: Session 3
Dec 27: Session 5
Thursday
Dec 1: No classes
Dec 8: No classes
Dec 15: Session 2
Dec 22: Session 4
Dec 29: Session 6
Payment Options via Venmo
Unused classes do not roll over to a following month.
Venmo:
@Frances-Kao-LLC (the photo on my account is of me ☺)
Option A: Invest in your health. $90 for 6 classes. ($15 per class)
Option B: Join us once a week. $60 for 3 classes. ($20 per class)
Option C: Anytime you like. Drop-in class is $25
*Drop-in option please contact Fran prior to (latest a half hour before) class time so we can send you the link to participate. namasteyogi@hotmail.com
DEAR FRIENDS PLEASE NOTE: I know in the time of COVID we have all faced loss of income and mass uncertainty, and I know we have a long way to go, and what I know for sure is we can all use a big dose of breath and movement. If you can join the class, I want you to enjoy the class. Please do not let price be a barrier to you, please holler at me and we can figure something out.
Questions? Please contact Frances Kao
Email: namasteyogi@hotmail.com Cell: 206-228-3585
FRANCES KAO LLC
Terms and Conditions:
By participating in any activity with Frances Kao you agree to the waiver and release.
Waiver/Release I declare myself and myself only to be responsible for my own health and safety while participating in activity with Frances Kao LLC, The Movement, Frances Kao. My participation in activity with Frances Kao LLC, The Movement, Frances Kao is truly voluntary and at my own risk. I furthermore understand the activities may involve strenuous physical exercise and risk of bodily injury and I accept full responsibility for any activity I engage in with Frances Kao LLC, The Movement, Frances Kao. I hereby release respective owners of Frances Kao LLC, The Movement, Frances Kao, and assigns from any liability for any claims, demands, injuries, actions, or causes of actions to my person or property arising out of, or connected with, the use of any of the services or facilities provided by Frances Kao LLC, The Movement, Frances Kao, now or in the future. I have carefully read with a full, definite, and clear understanding of the foregoing provisions and I freely enter into the agreement of the waiver/release
ELDER- Mat Yoga
Class Description: The practice offers 60 minutes of conscious breathing and mindful movement designed to leave you feeling grounded and energized. Work at your level. We use yoga asana (postures) and pranayama (breath techniques) to cultivate your breath capacity, physical & mental flexibility, mobility, strength, and balance.
Asana practice includes floor work, standing, balancing and seated postures. The practice is primarily on your mat, and we use a variety of props (chair, blocks, strap) to both assist and challenge our range of motion and strength.
Note: you must be able to get up from and down to the floor for this practice.
When: Tuesday and Thursdays
Please zoom in for your time zone.
1:15pm Pacific Standard Time / 4:15pm Eastern Standard Time
Specific Dates for December 2022
If you have to miss a live class you signed up for, you can email Fran and request a link to the recording of the class. Recordings are of the teacher only.
Tuesday
Dec 6: No classes
Dec 13: Session 1
Dec 20: Session 3
Dec 27: Session 5
Thursday
Dec 1: No classes
Dec 8: No classes
Dec 15: Session 2
Dec 22: Session 4
Dec 29: No classes
Payment Options via Venmo
Unused classes do not roll over to a following month.
Venmo:
@Frances-Kao-LLC (the photo on my account is of me ☺)
Option A: Invest in your health. $75 for 5 classes. ($15 per class)
Option B: Join us once a week. $60 for 3 classes. ($20 per class)
Option C: Anytime you like. Drop-in class is $25
*Drop-in option please contact Fran prior to (latest a half hour before) class time so we can send you the link to participate. namasteyogi@hotmail.com