Yoga at Work
Employee Health and Wellness . . . a COOPERATIVE Effort
The Atma Center launched its Yog@Work program in 2004 to meet the increasing demand by employers for wellness services. Since its inception, the Yog@Work program has served over 60 clients, providing direct service to more than 600 people. Employers have been very satisfied with the Atma Center's Yog@Work program.
As an employer, you know that in today's economy, rising healthcare costs and insurance premiums continue to plague American business.When employees suffer from fatigue, stress or lack of morale, productivity declines while absenteeism and workplace injuries dramatically increase. Research has shown that employee wellness programs are among the best preventive strategies for reducing healthcare costs and improving employee health. The best health programs tend to be a cooperative effort between the employer and employee. Help your employees embrace better health through the practice of yoga. The Atma Center makes it easy for to offer the benefits of yoga to your employees through its comprehensive Yog@Work program.
"We cannot imagine not having the Yog@Work program at our firm and the employees really like it. It's such a solid health and wellness program. It helps the employees to achieve a healthier lifestyle which we are always promoting." - M. Bayus, Benefits Coordinator for Tucker Ellis & West LLP
WHAT You'll Receive from Yog@Work
The Yog@Work Program can be customized to meet the needs of any type of organization and its employees. In some cases, the Yog@Work program may design classes to serve the clients of your organization. Atma Center's professional instructors are available to teach at a company location or other designated site before work, during lunch hours, or after work. Special trainings and workshops may also be offered during the work day. "Practical Yoga for Office Workers" is an example of one well-received training package designed and provided by Yog@Work in 2007.
"Hopefully we will be able to continue yoga for the entire year. This class is one of our most attended activities. Thanks for being here." - Pat Baskin, Assisted Living Director, The McGregor Home
What is the INVESTMENT?
For a one-time class fee of $75, employers may schedule a single introductory yoga class at the workplace to determine interest level and provide a first-hand experience of the benefits.
Shuold you decide to offer a Yog@Work Program at your workplace, various contract and pricing options are available. We can even help promote your program with marketing materials - flyers, brochures, web site information, demonstrations or verbal presentations. Click here for class options or here for pricing details.
"We have been a longstanding client of Yog@Work and our individuals really enjoy their weekly session. Yog@Work provides a relaxing, therapeutic atmosphere for our clients to unwind in. We can always count on our instructor to be here helping us achieve more for our clients!" - Megan Morrison, Activities Coordinator for United Cerebral Palsy Association of Greater Cleveland
Is Yog@Work RIGHT For Your Organization?
We believe that you will notice a boost in employee morale among participants, an enthusiasm that will in turn contribute to an enhanced corporate image in the community through your employees' work. The Yog@Work Program is a genuine win-win opportunity for employer and employee. Click for frequently asked questions.
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What is YOGA?
What are the BENEFITS of yoga?
Yoga can:
In addition, yoga may increase cardiovascular and respiratory efficiency, decrease blood pressure, improve hand-eye coordination, aid in digestion, and alleviate chronic back pain.