Puff the Magic Dragon – Seated Chair Yoga Dance with Sherry Zak Morris, C-IAYT

Let your imagination take flight with me as we journey back to the 1960s with the beloved folk song “Puff the Magic Dragon” by Peter, Paul and Mary. This playful, fully seated Chair Yoga Dance brings back childhood memories while giving the whole body a gentle dose of movement. I love this song because it reminds me of a time when imagination came so naturally. As children, we could create entire worlds in our minds, be silly without thinking twice, and find adventure almost anywhere. Growing older doesn't mean we have to leave that part of ourselves behind. Imagination, playfulness and the ability to have fun have no age barrier. And play is good for us! Familiar music can awaken memories and emotions, while playful movement asks the brain and body to work together in ways that are different from simply exercising. As we follow the rhythm, use our hands and arms to tell the story, and let ourselves pretend for a few minutes, we're exercising much more than muscles. This practice will help you: ✅ Rekindle joyful memories through familiar music ✅ Engage imagination and creativity ✅ Challenge brain-body coordination with rhythmic movement ✅ Move the upper and lower body from the safety of a chair ✅ Enjoy movement simply because it's FUN! 📌 Find more playful practices like this in our Track 2 – Fun Zone playlist. ⚠️ Please consult your physician before starting any exercise program. Practice at your own pace and comfort level.