Yoga classes will be held every Thursday from the 5th January 2012, from 4.30 - 5.30 in Fairways Community Centre, Hoylake Avenue, Newcastle, NE7 7UN. The cost is £2.

These classes are specially designed for people who have ME/CFS, they are very gentle and will primarily be done lying down. They will help people move their joints and muscles to reduce stiffness and tiredness from the body. It is also a very good way to relax and is recommended by doctors. It is thought that yoga is able to benefit the body and mind in the following ways:

•Oxygenate the tissues, thus giving more energy

•Calm the central nervous system

•Reduce stress

•Improve circulation

•Improve breathing

•Detoxify, by stimulating the lymphatic drainage

•Make spine, joints and muscles stronger and more flexible

•Reduce lactic acid levels

•Improve digestion

•Improve hormonal function

•Strengthen the immune system

•Energize

•Create a sense of well being

•Make one become more self aware and learn to listen to and respect the body