Bates Method eye exercises for relaxation and natural vision training

Relaxation Is Central to the Bates Method
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Practical Vision Exercises

For people of all ages

Relaxation Techniques

Learn how to relax your body and eyes. In the Bates Method, relaxation is the foundation for more comfortable, natural seeing.

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Basic Exercises

Learn basic eye-relaxation techniques, central fixation, visualization, and simple visual habits.

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Start in three simple steps

No equipment needed — just a few minutes and a quiet moment.

1

Read about your eyes

You'll find clear, detailed explanations of common vision problems.

2

Get a personal plan

Our free generator creates two personalized routines for you.

3

Practice every day

Follow the guided exercises and build a daily routine.

Generate Your Own Exercise Plan

Try our exercise plan generator to create your own personalized routines. Just follow these steps:

  1. Tell us about your main vision problem and how much time you can practice each day.
  2. Based on your answers, you'll receive two personalized exercise plans, like the example shown below:
Plan A (Relaxation):30 min.
  • R1Stretching Exercises:2 min.
  • R3Palming:3 min.
  • K2Stretching the Oblique Eye Muscles:1 min.
  • A3Visualization of a Ball:1 min.
+ 9 more exercises in your full plan
Plan B (Intensive):30 min.
  • K2Stretching the Oblique Eye Muscles:2 min.
  • R3Palming:1 min.
  • B1Short Swinging:3 min.
  • C1Snellen Chart Exercise:1 min.
+ 9 more exercises in your full plan

About the Charts

Get the charts

We've designed 26 charts to support the exercises on this site. In the package, you'll find:

  • Snellen Charts (5 charts)
  • Snellen Chart for Children (1 chart)
  • Myopia Exercises (3 charts)
  • Hyperopia Exercises (3 charts)
  • Astigmatism Exercises (2 charts)
  • Strabismus Exercises (4 charts)
  • General Exercises (2 charts)
  • Pocket / Mini Charts (6 charts)

Sample charts from the eye exercise chart package