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Redwood Pilates

$100/session
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**ATTN: Please consider reading introductions carefully and being selective in who you reach out to!** Harness the power of your breath to achieve your goals. Anand Brian Darsie, BM (Voice), RYT 500, E-RYT 200, RCYT, is a working yoga and Pilates instructor, musician, and music educator who unites his passions for music, yoga, spirituality, and community to bring a unique perspective to his practice and teaching. In pursuit of mastery of voice and breath, he earned a Bachelor of Music in Voice from Indiana University and acquired a deep understanding of complex respiratory action. He spent six years in residency at Mount Madonna Center in Santa Cruz, California, where he was immersed in yoga and community studies, and he is the organizer and lead teacher in Mount Madonna Institute’s YTT for Educators Program. Anand seeks to promote body intelligence through asana (yoga poses), pranayama (yogic breathing methods), and meditation. Enthusiastic, encouraging, creative, and compassionate, Anand inspires students of all ages through ancient methods delivered with contemporary scientific understanding and a playful, dynamic spirit. If you are interested in Pilates, you can count on a challenging session based on your body’s needs that will build strength and flexibility, as well as deepen the mind-body connection. Join Anand on his sweet studio nestled under the redwoods of the Santa Cruz mountains. Virtual sessions are also offered. Pilates: ->Mat Pilates (in person or online) ->Reformer Pilates (in person only) Yoga Asana ->Hatha Yoga ->Ashtanga Yoga (Primary Series Inspired Vinyasa) ->Vinyasa ->Restorative ->Chair Yoga and Yoga for Seniors ->Kids Yoga ->Family Yoga ->Partner Yoga Other offerings ->Pranayama -> Meditation -> Chanting, Kirtan, Sound Bath -> Harmonium Lessons lol
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Hired 4 times

Serves Watsonville, CA

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12 years in business

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Sun9:00 am - 8:00 pmMon6:00 am - 8:00 pm

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2023

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2022

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Pilates class type

Floor and mat exercises

Reformer exercises

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My customers travel to me

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Diana R.

Sep 14, 2021

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My husband and myself absolutely loved working with Anand. He is cheerful, knowledgeable and very attentive to the needs of his students. He went an extra mile to make the yoga experience pleasurable and intense in the same time. Looking forward to working with him many times more.

Details: 2 students • 23 - 30 years old • 41 - 50 years old • No yoga preference • Beginner • Help with injury/pain • Increased flexibility • Meditation • At the pro’s location

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Jill K.

Aug 30, 2021

I have been practicing yoga for many years and I have a yoga teacher training credential and a minor in yoga. I can say unequivocally that Anand is the best yoga teacher I have had. There are so many reasons for this and I will name a few: 1. Setting the environment for deep practice. Anand’s ability to go inward but also be able to witness a student’s development is masterful. 2. Knowledge of asana. Anand has thorough education in the practice of asana. 3. Knowledge of breath work and meditation. Anand is a true practitioner of all aspects of yoga and it is obvious through his teachings on weaving or “ yoking” the elements of breath work and mindfulness in the practice. I have been so fortunate to have had the experience of working with this light being!! He has so much joy and lightness yet deep knowledge and seriousness with the practice.
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Ariana B.

Aug 28, 2021

Anand is one of those rare yoga instructors who has a very deep yoga education. His classes are both physically challenging as well as spiritually grounded. I love how he brings his musical talent into the classroom.
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Purnima Cathy C.

Aug 24, 2021

I have enjoyed Anand’s yoga classes for years. Among other things, Anand is an educator, a yogi, and a brilliant musician. He weaves these gifts into his yoga classes. As an educator, he explains classical yoga philosophy, pranayama and postures in ways that students can understand. As a yogi, he practices what he teaches - his commitment to yoga, well-being and peace shine through. And an extra bonus is that Anand often brings chanting and music into his classes…and wow…what a treat to be lulled into complete surrender and relaxation in shavasana with his chanting. I highly recommend Anand’s classes.
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Tiffany T.

Aug 21, 2021

Anand has been my absolute favorite yoga teacher. In fact, he was my first introduction to the practice of yoga and I feel incredibly lucky that he was my first teacher. As a beginner student, he guided me through proper breathing and form. He is very respectful of personal space, always asking before helping to reposition your body. He is extremely professional. Anand has the gift of a beautiful singing voice, which you will sometimes be lucky enough to hear. Anand meets you at your level (beginner to advanced) and is an expert at guiding you to gently care for your body. One other beautiful aspect of working with Anand is his expert way of guiding you through meditation practice. He helped me move through a period of my life that was filled with anxiety and sadness due to the loss of my father. I feel forever grateful for having the opportunity to work with such an excellent, thoughtful, talented, thorough, professional teacher. Anand is a breath of fresh air. He is positive and uplifting. I wholeheartedly recommend Anand.
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