My experience at Valley Yoga has been most rewarding. The atmosphere there brings me peace and calmness each time I go. It is a place where I can truly de-stress in mind, spirit and body. I love going. The instructors are extremely approachable, caring, well-trained and allow for individuality. At the same time, these teachers coach their students to participate in yoga asanas which are challenging but taught with safety and correct body mechanics in mind. There is no pressure to perform or take postures that students cannot do. The breathing and relaxation work is wonderful. My love for yoga is only enhanced by my practice at Valley Yoga. I feel that this place and its instructors have contributed to helping me maintain a healthy life-style and outlook on life. Thank you Valley Yoga!
Sarah Hagen, retired teacher
Caring, knowledgeable teachers; supportive, fun atmosphere & health benefits beyond measure.
Shirley Rodgers, teacher - Genesis Spiritual Life Center
Anyone looking for a welcoming, caring and accepting Yoga practice need look no further than Valley Yoga. Every teacher makes the effort and takes the time to learn each students; strengths and abilities, making sure that individual quirks are acknowledged helped with, corrected or accepted! We are encouraged to honor our own body’s abilities and limitations, leaving ego behind and seeking inner peace and fulfillment. I so enjoy my Valley Yoga practice.
Betsy Goyette
Yoga is an integral part of my life. My practice is as important to my well-being as good nutrition and friendships. The teachers at Valley Yoga play an important role in my dedication to regular classes. Each of the teachers at Valley Yoga base their classes on sound yoga foundations and are knowledgeable about how the body works and are able to explain and modify poses for the wide variety of participants. I have had a regular yoga practice since beginning with Karla at least 15 years ago. Valley Yoga is a meeting place for students who want to practice yoga in a safe and supportive environment with teachers who are very skilled and in tune with what yoga is--union of body, mind and spirit. Valley Yoga is a calming place in this busy world and a true stress reliever. I am happy with all of the teachers because they are competent and passionate about their practice.
Marie Cheney, Principal, Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center Westfield, MA
My yoga experiences with the teachers at valley yoga have taught me methods and techniques for stress relief and physical conditioning. The experienced and nurturing staff coupled with the family and community feel of the studio and students make for a very relaxing atmosphere for learning yoga. Thank you for many years of a rich and rewarding practice.
Roger Lagasse, Carpenter
Classes at Valley Yoga provide relaxation and increased flexibility and strength in a beautiful setting. You can go at your own pace with a wide selection of classes and activities. I highly recommend integrating classes into anyone's schedule for all the benefits it provides-a calm mind and healthy body.
Karin Leonard
I have been studying with Dianne for almost three years, and I am extremely appreciative of her encouraging and supportive yoga teaching style. She has a depth of knowledge that she brings to bear on challenges and injuries, and she has an unusually perceptive ability to understand and meet students at their starting level and bring them forward from there. I recommend her to any yoga student who is seeking depth and growth in their yoga practice.
Susan Cronin, retired MA State Officer
Coming home (to self) best describes my practice at Valley Yoga. Because of the caring guidance of each teacher, my body, mind and spirit are able to release, absorb and identify with every asana (yoga posture.) The true benefit comes when I am in a state of harmony and well-being--peaceful, calm, relaxed and energized.
Ann Cestari