FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Fully Vaccinated & boosted. Still safety oriented for your health! My Studio or your place* one on one: 4 studio session package is $190.00. This pass plan provides a scheduled commitment from the student and I based on our mutual availabilty... within a 4 to 6 week time frame. This is more like a compact, but profound, personalized course. We move step by step in the right direction, with quicker adoption of the yoga benefits. Should you prefer an evening class that's 45 minutes instead of 60...we can discuss a slightly lower rate. or...Private instruction/session, $70 first session is 75 minutes to get to know one another, 60 minutes thereafter. *Depending on your address there may be an added travel fee. Let's chat for a quote. Note: You can also bring a friend and split the cost. Small Group Class. After you have had a few privates, you can join one of the small group classes or form one of your own. They are booked on a month to month at $100 for four to five sessions. There is usually 2 to 3 students. My private studio has free parking, clean floor, air and mats and props. It is really close to Giant Eagle Market District in Bethel Park.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Our first session will include a extra 15 minutes to talk about objectives, challenges and general health. We will also take a good look at breath work (pranayama). We will go through fundamentals and as soon as mastered, we move into work that adds finesse and enhanced benefits. I find most new customers are anxious about what will happen? can they do it?, will they get hurt, or embarrassed? I have a phone call before our first session makes everyone much more comfortable with the experience. Some clients come for one or two private sessions either to tune up what they need to know to practice safely at home or to join a group class at a public studio or "gym" where there is much less watchful instruction.I have clients that have come to private customized lessons for over 5 years. I encourage my students/client to practice at home...some will, some won't. But just 10 to 15 minutes a few times a week brings you agency and enhanced results. I say, "when you think you've learned what you can from me...fire me and find another qualified teacher."
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Over the last 23 years, I have certified in many teacher training styles including studies in Iyengar, Vinyasa, Anusara, and Hatha. I also have a certification in Shoden level of Reiki. I have a certificate of completion from UPMC's course in Mindful Based Stress Reduction. I am currently studying the newer research with Tom Meyer's on fascial system and how it impacts mind, body, and restriction. Over the years, I have spent more money on my continuing yoga education that I did on my master's degree. I am committed to life-long learning. Certified up to date on CPR and First Aid.