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Testimonials
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I so enjoy and appreciate your classes Penny - combining a better diet,
increased cardio (thanks to an 8 month old puppy), along with yoga
practice and breathing, my diastolic blood pressure has dropped an
average of 15-20 points over the past two months. I find myself
consciously relaxing and deepening my breathing throughout the day. - Wendy, Parksville May, 2011
The Yoga Gym is amazing! I was scared to try it, but once Penny helped me ease into it she couldn't get me out of it! I'm hooked!' Rachel, Parkville September, 2011
After 3 Assisted Yoga sessions with Penny I am very surprised to say I am feeling interested in men again! It's been years and I thought that part of my life was over. It's so nice to feel so alive and energetic again - and my lower back is better!' - Julie, Bowser July 2011
There is an expression that there are no fat old
men. This is true because most have keeled over from high blood pressure
along with packing too much weight. I’m 55 years old and 6’ 4” and have
been 250 lbs. most of my adult life. While
I can crank my hybrid bicycle through Rathtrevor Park in top gear a lot
of the time, I have hereditary high blood pressure. My last visit to
the doctor included a strong warning that I had to get my blood pressure
down or I would have trouble when I am 65.
So rather than going on medication I joined my wife Laura at Penny’s
Yoga for 3 – 4 sessions per week and the results have been amazing with
dropping my blood pressure by 30% and losing 14 lbs. in less than 8
weeks. Penny is an excellent yoga teacher and just
when you think that you have got one pose/stretch mastered, Penny
sneaks a brand new one in so I’ve changed the expression to; there are
no fat and inflexible old men. So men, put down the TV remote and come
and join Penny, Laura and I. - Simon Reilly, Parksville, BC, March, 2011
Since I've been doing the legs on the wall position 2-3 times a day (15 minutes each session) for 25 days, I have not taken any medication for my lower back issues. I've shared your videos with others who are learning from you also. - Suzanne, Victoria. June, 2008
We so enjoy your classes. You exude such warmth, compassion, and great knowledge. I always feel like I've had a big hug by the end of a class. Thank you - Laura, Parksville, September, 2010
Dear Penny, I'm supposed to tell you from Mom, that she stacked 2 cords of firewood over the weekend, and had absolutely NO back pain afterwards ... this is a first, ever. So we're blaming it on your yoga :) Best Sabine
*The Hip and Shoulders work shop was excellent. We both benefited tremendously from the session. Although we were both sore for a few days afterwards, it was a "good" sore. Thanks! We really enjoy our workouts with you. You are a real inspiration.
Hi Penny! I’m new to your class and really enjoying it. I’ve not taken Ashtanga for about 6 years and have gotten lazy in my own practice. Your classes spice up my practice and make me do poses I avoid. You have a calm and funny demeanor and I am really enjoying it. It’s funny how you get complacent even in your fitness – I consider myself fit then I come to your class, realize I am fit-but-comfortable, and enjoy the challenge! I enjoyed your Chakra class and my legs are still aching. So… thank you! See you in class.
In less than 12 months of taking one-on-one yoga lessons the increased flexibility and core strength I have attained has alleviated painful back problems, and improved my co-ordination and control. As a result, my golf game has improved significantly and become more consistent. Penny's one-on-one teaching method, and the incremental steps she uses allow me to make noticeable improvements and to feel that I am accomplishing definite goals; her positive attitude and good humour make my lessons an enjoyable experience. Yoga gives me a good workout that I can do anywhere, anytime, with just a mat.
'Yoga is NOT religion.
All religions accepted, yet no religion expected'
'This is like magic! How come no one knows about it?'
(when talking about coordinating the breath and one's golf swing)
Yoga makes me feel healthier inside and out, mind and body become one and there is a pleasant carry over or after effect that puts a smile on my face and a lightness in my step. I have learned that there are many things I can do to prevent that old, sluggish, broken feeling from taking over and that being proactive is much easier and more beneficial than reactive. Yoga is not "judgemental", it is for everyone of every size,shape, age and capability and if you continue faithfully with your practice you will see benefits in all areas of your life. It brings "inner peace" instead of chaos, it gives you strength and makes you flexible both in body and mind, it stretches your mind and body as far as you let it and brings you back as one (contented), whole person.
I do yoga for flexibility and fitness, but mostly I do it to calm and center me. I feel so good after each class and always am disappointed when I can't practice yoga regularly.
I used to go to Penny's classes in Kamloops and had her as my trainer. After she moved to the island I was inspired to start teaching yoga. What I always enjoyed is the blend of theoretical instruction (alignment, focus on detail)and relaxed movement without too many corrections. Penny makes all feel welcome and competent whether they are beginners or advanced. Some teachers give too little instruction and maybe have no knowledge of alignment. Others overwhelm with constant corrections. In my classes I attempt to develop a style similar to Penny's; let the student enjoy the movement with subtle guidance and directions.
Decades ago, I started doing Sun Salutations every morning. A few minutes of yoga helps me stay healthier, more flexible, better aligned and the breathing helps me in every aspect of my life. A year and a half ago, Donna convinced me to try one of Penny's classes. I was instantly addicted!I love the pace of the classes. And Penny is an outstanding teacher who encourages me to listen to my own body and lets me develop my skills as I am ready. The things I really notice are: my increase in strength, a steady gain in flexility, an absolute joy that floods through me. All of the reasons I did yoga every day pay off big time now that I attend classes regularly (a minimum of two each week.) And I still do my five minutes of Sun Salutations and breathing every morning. It's such a great way to start the day!
I like what it does for my body. I find I do not have the aches and pains I had when I was lifting weights in a gym. Yoga allows me to use my own body weight with the same, or better, results from weight lifting. I find that with consistent practice I no longer have problems with my hips, my back, or my hands. In the past, I had many problems with carpal tunnel syndrome in my wrists and hands. Now I no longer suffer from this condition, all due to yoga. My visits to my massage therapist have been greatly reduced, saving both time and money. Yoga is a practice I can do at home, on my own time. All I need is a mat and some nice calming music.
I love yoga and will continue with my practice until I'm an old lady.......