Testimonials
What My Clients Are Saying
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From the first time I met Joanne I knew she was special. Due to her wide range of training, her thorough knowledge of anatomy and her ability to see the body as a whole she has the power to perform little miracles. I had a nagging pain in my right thigh, shooting down the leg, every time I laid myself down to sleep. With her gift of paying attention to detail, she created an exercise program on the spot. It was a series of gentle movements, light as a whisper. After only one session I was able to fall asleep and stay asleep with no pain whatsoever all through the night. It always amazes me how she finds the best exercises that give results right away. I am thankful that I have Joanne to smooth the path of recovery from my concussion. Her knowledge, empathy and compassion are greatly appreciated.
"I have been attending Joanne’s introductory therapeutic yoga classes for over 10 years now. In every class I find my body moving in new ways and ask myself - how is this possible? Joanne’s classes have evolved because she is an active learner who questions and changes. As she attends new courses, she incorporates new elements. Joanne mindfully guides us to be aware of our own body each moment and gives ideas to adjust accordingly. This approach carries over to daily life. As a paediatric occupational therapist, I can confirm Joanne’s knowledge regarding safe quality of movement, improving balance and flexibility plus gentle strengthening. While these physical skills are important as we age, Joanne is equally focused on our emotional well being, regulation and mental health. Why do I still look forward to each class after all these years? The most important reason is Joanne’s sense of humour. Throughout the class I find myself smiling and relaxing as she creates analogies, stories and connections to everyday life. Thank you Joanne"
A.M.
"Joanne makes me feel comfortable and safe. She has taught me how to sit with feelings, recognize them, feel them … which has been helping my PTSD, better than anything else I’ve ever tried."
H.H.
"I am thankful that Joanne is my guide, teacher, encourager and commiserator on the healing path of therapeutic yoga. What started out as an experiment, for me has become a daily practice, and has seen me through breast cancer, sciatic issues and chronic arthritic shoulder and knee pain. I believe I am aging more gracefully and healthfully, experiencing fewer symptoms, and enjoying life more because therapeutic yoga, and particularly Joanne, are essential, ongoing aspects of my self-care regime."
M.B.
"When I called for your services, I was experiencing a resurgence of much chronic joint pain and stiffness. Your acute observation of my movements and posture, your great knowledge of anatomy and, especially important to me, your profound respect of individual limitations put me at ease immediately. I particularly appreciated your intuitive and sensible approach to adapt a personalized program that corresponded to my situation at the time, with guidance to continue improving both flexibility and pain management as well as building strength gradually. You have provided what I needed and had asked for, that is, helped me helped myself and for this, I am truly grateful."
J.G.
"Beginning in Joanne's yoga classes, I found that my poor balance and weak core stability prevented me from holding the poses without pain.
I worked with her privately and attended her Custom class and made progress with smaller movements to strengthen my muscles. After several years in therapeutic and custom yoga classes doing specific exercises for my own needs, I have gained better balance and strength to walk without knee or back pain.
I am now able to enjoy a relatively pain-free life, making travelling and walking with my dog more pleasurable events. Thanks Joanne for your persistence and humour-your special knowledge has assisted me very much."
N.L.