Gyanpriya

Introduction: About My Approach to Yoga & Who I Work With I teach a therapeutic style of yoga that calls for me to custom-design each of my classes based upon the needs of the client. I excel in working with those who are brand new to yoga. The majority of my students have at least one health concern that must be taken into consideration in the design and instruction of my classes. I use modifications extensively.. For me, student safety is key and I have been trained to both design and instruct programs for those with a variety of health conditions. Examples of clients with health concerns include those with: a rod supporting the spine; chronic back and/or hip pain; respiratory conditions; a replaced hip; a knee injury; lyme disease; and those who imited flexibility and strength. I've also successfully worked with children on the Autism spectrum. My style is traditional where the focus is on bringing body, mind and emotions into a more harmonious state rather than on getting a good work out. Sessions with me are slow-paced and student-focused. My clients' practice sessions are gentle and relaxing and yet they alleviate pain, build strength and flexibility, and counter the effects of stress and anxiety. They enhance productivity, creativity and relationships. I only specialize in private and semi-private instruction (and workshops) because this allows me to do what I love - offer an attentive, supportive session where each student can meet their objectives in a safe and nurturing environment. Sessions with Me Since each client is unique, I start by getting to know the client's concerns, needs and goals. This allows for an effective, customized experience. New clients began by completing a profile questionnaire that gives insight into relevant aspects of their lifestyle and health history and helps them to identify goals for yoga practice. I then conduct an Initial Observation to allow me to observe how the client relates to their body and to determine their current level of strength and flexibility in order to assess which categories of practices will be most appropriate. Based upon the client's profile, our discussion, and my observations during the evaluation, I will design a program (or lesson plan) tailored to address their goals and health concerns. In addition to the physical postures, I also instruct every client in simple meditation practices, relaxation practices and specific breathing practices. I am available by phone, text and email to answer client questions. About Me I am internationally certified yoga expert and a qualified E-RYT 500 with Yoga Alliance. I have over 4,000 hours of formal Yoga and Meditation teacher's training and a 3-year diploma (recognized as tertiary education by the government of Australia) that included training on Exercise Science and nutrition. What My Clients Say I am happy to provide you with the names of references you may contact You can also read reviews from clients on my Facebook page, Living Yoga Now (link is provided below). For your convenience, here are a few excerpts: "I was dealing with a physical condition and being an athlete, I instinctively knew that I had to find a way to regain flexiblity and to decrease my pain and calm my mind. . . . Gyanpriya helped me in so many ways. She started me off very gently with simple exercises to slowly regain flexiblity without increasing my pain level. Over time with the lessons and the home program I began to feel more flexible, less pain and more calm." Ginger "[Gyanpriya] is kind, warm, serious, caring and brings laughter to her classes. Gyanpriya is extraordinarily attentive to all of the movements of all of her students in class. She is extremely gifted that way and is genuinely concerned about each student’s progress, always making sure that the postures are done correctly so that her students avoid the possibility of injury. I have started private sessions with her as well as remaining in her classes. When I look back at my expectations of yoga, it was always “fitness” with some awareness of the meditative process. I have already learned quite a bit from her. Her ease and genuine gratitude for her students has helped me to explore my life in different ways and on different levels than I had previously known. When I look “out” at the world now, I am beginning to see things differently. I have an openness and clarity that never quite existed in me before." Richard "My spiritual life has been reawakened since that wonderful day I sat in your class Gyanpriya. I woke-up & found my daytime energy to be different. I am interested in accomplishing more things and do so with greater ease. My mind is more focused. I am meditating everyday-¬- sometimes 2xs a day. I am sleeping better at night and having more meaningful dream experiences. Before your class...My body was in so much pain-¬-every muscle hurt and I held on to the tension. I took Motrin, Aleve & Tylenol to make it through the day. I want you to know that thanks to your class... I now feel better and need very little medicine." Jeanette