On the way home from Dina’s fantastic strong-flow Vinyasa class the other weekend, I was thinking of the nature of the student and the teacher. It’s not enough to have a wonderful teacher (ie, Dina certainly is that). For the student to get the most from the class, the student’s mind and body need to be in convergence. So, the student needs to bring to the class the necessary concentration, energy, and resolve. But the teacher has to somehow unlock or harness those qualities in the student to make the class a wonderful experience. Dina is consistently able to do this for her students with her pacing of the asanas, her gentle explanations throughout the class, and her choice of music.
I’m new to Yoga of Los Altos and just attended my third class with Sorina this past Wednesday morning. For me, returning to yoga I love and appreciate the variety of class choices for individuals like me - returning to yoga and wanting to experience the benefits again and at a pace that is ideal for me. Sorina is an amazing expert and I am so impressed with her teaching style and knowledge. Best. [NAME REMOVED]
Louis has developed an amazing custom program to address shoulder and back issues. He is very engaging and makes the time go quickly even while working you hard to gain mobility.
I was traveling so had been away from Dina's weekend class for several weeks and, after joining one this weekend, was reminded how great it felt to take part again. In addition to a whole body workout, it's the group feeling one occasionally finds in life of being part of something special.
Nadja is an amazing teacher. The Yin yoga class was wonderful. It was a nice bonus that ElizaBeth was in class with us. She is another phenomenal teacher at Yoga of Los Altos.