PYC Studios

Category: Teacher Interview

Hands resting on a student's chest and belly during relaxation

May 10, 2022

My Journey To The Breath

What is breath work? Nix Brook discusses her journey to the Breath (so far). Discover more about this transformational practice - how it combines ancient Eastern breathing practices (pranayama) with modern Western science-backed breathwork techniques.

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Two students lying down in a hip stretch

December 10, 2020

Anatomy In Action Training

“She taught me to understand my body and that the fullest expression of a posture is different for everyone.” This week, we talked to PYC student Cecilia Cremeaux about her journey to become a Yoga teacher, and what drew her to continue her learning with  Elodie Frati.

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A woman sitting in a seated twist among stone columns

November 10, 2020

Meet Marta

We caught up with PYC teacher Marta Decarli. Like many teachers, she came to her first yoga class somewhat reluctantly, yet only a few years later she was sharing her passion with others. Find out how she helps her students embrace their strengths alongside their vulnerabilities.

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Portrait of a young man with shoulder-length hair

April 10, 2019

Jared Musiker & Forrest Yoga

My wish is to reignite the hearts of those who come to my classes. That they may find inspiration within the potential of their own bodies, as well as the inner courage and strength to walk in the direction of dreams.

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A row of pregnant women resting their hands on their bellies

March 10, 2019

What to expect from Pregnancy Yoga

We caught up with PYC Pregnancy Yoga teacher Lulu Winfield. She has been working in pregnancy for 20 years and her training is accredited by the Royal College of Midwives. We wanted to get a clear picture of what mothers-to-be can expect from Pregnancy Yoga classes.

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A woman sitting cross-legged in meditation on a mat between two studio windows

December 10, 2018

Bringing creativity to class

We caught  up  with Mariel Witmond, a beloved teacher here at PYC Studios. Mariel crafts beautiful dance-like creative sequences for her classes. Find  out  why she likes to change it up each week and how she deals with self-doubt.

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October 10, 2018

Maud Gerritsen ~ A belly full of Yoga

I love yoga. I love its physical, mental, subtle, philosophical and spiritual aspects in equal measure. Most people who have a deep love for yoga can identify with the feeling of yoga making a shift in their life-path.

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Portrait of a yoga teacher against a plain wall

September 10, 2018

Elodie Frati ~ My journey to Yoga

As I embarked on my first teacher training, I was confident my life would change in the direction I already loved: movement and people. I never thought it would propel me with such force into a world where every door seemed open.

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A woman in cobra pose on a path outdoors

January 20, 2018

Get to know PYC’s Cloudia Hill

Transformation generally happens when we allow change to happen; stepping outside of our comfort zone we begin to grow and learn about ourselves. It won’t happen overnight, but like our asana practice, it is exactly that - a practice in patience and self-discovery.

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January 10, 2018

10 minutes with Mona Godfrey

We ask Power Yoga teacher Mona Godfrey 10 questions to try and discover what inspired her yoga and meditation journey. Mona arrives to each class full of vivacity and wisdom that she shares generously with anyone who attends her class.

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A woman lying back in a reclining chest opener on a wooden floor

November 20, 2017

Vicky Fox ~ The healing power of Yoga

Yoga is the union of mind and body. When you come to a yoga class or come to practice on your mat it may be the only time that day that you check in with what it feels like to be you. Yoga teaches us to be self aware to connect to the breath and to be in the present moment.

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Black and white photo of several pairs of hands pressed together at the heart

October 20, 2017

Ignacio Ruiz ~ Meditation for everyone

Meditation has been part of the human experience for several thousand years, but it may be now that it is most needed. It’s central to improving our quality of life; making us aware of who we are, where we are and what we want from our lives.

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