What is Desktop Yoga Method?
Desktop Yoga (DYM) is a precisely curated workplace yoga, designed specifically for the realities of desk-based work and high cognitive demand.
This is not about complex poses or changing clothes. Desktop Yoga uses simple movement, targeted breathing, and awareness practices to settle the nervous system and address the physical and mental strain of modern work.
At its core, yoga is about balancing the body and mind — and DYM delivers this in a way that fits seamlessly into the workday.
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DYM - with Desktop Yoga Method, each session is short, accessible, and practical:
Done at the desk, in normal work clothes
Suitable for all levels and bodies
Delivered in person or online
Easy to integrate into meetings, wellbeing days, or regular scheduleEach session is short, accessible, and practical:
Done at the desk, in normal work clothes
Suitable for all levels and bodies
Delivered in person or online
Easy to integrate into meetings, wellbeing days, or regular schedule
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Supports nervous system regulation (parasympathetic activation)
Reduces stress and mental overload
Restores energy and vitality during the workday
Improves focus, clarity, and decision-making
Targets areas affected by prolonged sitting and screen use
Builds body–mind awareness employees can use independently
Over time, regular practice creates deeper awareness and gives employees tools they can apply long after the session ends.goes here
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Desktop Yoga supports:
Reduced burnout and stress-related fatigue
Improved focus, productivity, and engagement
A proactive approach to employee wellbeing
Sustainable performance without disrupting workflow
It’s a practical, preventative solution that meets employees where they are — literally and figuratively.
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A standard 30-minute Desktop Yoga session includes:
Guided breathwork
Vision and eye-strain exercises
Desk-based yoga postures
A short meditation or nervous system reset
Sessions can be offered as:
One-off wellbeing initiatives
Regular weekly or monthly programmes
In-person or online (ideal for distributed teams)
Desktop Yoga Method
..for Sustainable Workplace Performance.
Forward-thinking organisations are recognising that employee wellbeing is not a perk — it’s a strategic investment. Desktop Yoga is a low-cost, preventative, and highly effective wellbeing solution that supports focus, stress management, and sustainable performance at work.
Backed by evidence and years of delivery in corporate settings, yoga-based practices have been shown to positively influence behaviour, improve stress regulation, enhance mental clarity, and support better decision-making — both at work and beyond.
Trusted by Leading Organisations
Purnima delivers Desktop Yoga to Aotearoa’s leading organisations, supporting employee wellbeing, reducing stress, and improving focus and engagement. These sessions help teams stay resilient, connected, and productive — even during periods of disruption such as the pandemic.
