AN exercise class for those with limited movement has staged its first session of the new year.

Participants in the yoga on chairs class, at the Adult Education Centre, in Redcar, met yesterday for some gentle stretching led by Cathy King.

Specially designed for those who might otherwise be excluded from the pastime, it involves sitting or leaning on a chair to practice modified techniques.

Ms King said: "It is particularly suitable for people with restricted mobility, as it involves slow and smooth movements."

Joyce Carter, a participant in the class who suffers from repetitive strain injury, said: "It helps me to relax and improve my posture."

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