Riva Bliss Yoga and Meditation

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Introduction: Riva Bliss Yoga and Meditation was lovingly founded by Wendy Riva to help nurture women ready to get reacquainted with their bodies in a way that’s supportive and allows them to age gracefully. Wendy specializes in teaching women who are beginners with back pain, herniations, sciatica, scoliosis, injuries or physical limitations. Wendy believes we have the power to maintain our physical and mental vitality by using the tools of Yoga: mindful movement, focused breathing and meditation. Wendy provides personalized yoga for women who know they deserve the there is in life. Private Yoga allows you to step away from the “compare and despair” of group classes knowing you are enough and can confidently grow your practice. Each private yoga session is adapted to YOU, you don’t have to adapt to the group. Wendy meets you where your body is by designing a flow specifically for your body. Perfect if you are a beginner, have injuries or other physical challenges. Wendy has been teaching yoga for 6 year and practicing for 16 years. She is a Yoga Alliance 200E certified yoga teacher. "If you can breathe in, and you can breathe out, you can practice yoga." ~Wendy Riva

Overview

Hired 5 times

Serves East Meadow, NY

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1 employee

5 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, and Venmo.

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Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.

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Jennifer R.

Jul 16, 2023

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Wendy was amazing. She was so accommodating and took the time to put together the most beautiful meditation after asking what I needed. The meditation was perfect. 10/10 would definitely recommend.

Details: Reduce stress and anxiety • Enhance stillness of mind • Deepen awareness • Improve memory and concentration • Recover from trauma • Guided or visualization • Mindfulness • 41 - 50 years old • My home, venue, etc.

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Mehreen A.

Apr 22, 2023

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Wendy is kind, patient, and friendly. She is always on time and she’s always well prepared. My mom loves her sessions and is always praising Wendy for how much attention to detail and guidance she provides through the sessions. Her support through the sessions is helping my mom gain her confidence and strength back. I highly recommend Wendy and we’re very grateful we found her!

Details: 1 student (one-on-one with instructor) • 51 - 60 years old • No yoga preference • No experience • Increased flexibility • Help with injury/pain • My home, venue, etc.

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James H.

Jun 15, 2022

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This has been a great experience I did not think the zoom would work but it does and I look forward to my meditation practice every day

Details: Reduce stress and anxiety • Enhance stillness of mind • Guided or visualization • As recommended by professional • 61 - 70 years old • My home, venue, etc.

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Maria R.

Oct 30, 2020

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Working with Wendy helped me to get reacquainted with my breath and my strength. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience with her, she is a true Professional. I highly recommend her.

Details: 1 student (one-on-one with instructor) • 41 - 50 years old • Vinyasa Yoga • Beginner • Increased flexibility • Meditation • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Ann B.

Feb 24, 2020

This is my first time working with a private yoga instructor, and the past month with Wendy has been a wonderful experience. from the very start. Wendy is always very attentive and sensitive to my personal requests/considerations and concerns. She adapts our sessions in accordance with my body’s strengths and limitations on a given day. She customizes our practice to integrate both body and mind with a focus on creating space through the breath. Wendy is a very intuitive, knowledgeable, and patient instructor. She is well-versed in body mechanics and has a passion for practicing yoga as a therapeutic modality. She is always well-prepared, coming in to each session with notes and a plan of action, which I greatly appreciate! I look forward to our continued work together, and learning how to create a personalized yoga practice of my own.

Riva Bliss Yoga and Meditation's reply

Thank you, Ann for your thoughtful review. It is my honor working with you to guide your practice. I look forward to continuing to witness the development of your personal yoga and mindfulness practice.

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Wendy Fast

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Clients make the best progress when they commit to their practices. They typically purchase packages of 10 classes after the introductory session. Payment can be made by cash, check, Venmo or Zell.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
After initial contact, we will schedule a complimentary introductory session where you will have to opportunity to learn more about practicing yoga with Wendy and she will learn more about how to provide the best yoga experience for you. After the introductory session, clients can purchase a package and schedule their sessions to ensure they have the day and time they want. A contract and waiver will be signed.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Wendy completed her 200 hour yoga teacher training at Fuel The Soul in Merrick, NY. She competed YMedica Rewind Gold: Successful Aging, Yoga for Boomers and Seniors. She has taken Your Spine, Your Yoga with Bernie Clark and Dr. Stuart McGill. In addition, Wendy is continually studying and reading about anatomy, the spine and, adapting yoga for different populations, injuries, and physical conditions.