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Yoga
Testimonials
Regular
Hatha Yoga
"When starting her yoga class, Elyse’s soft caressing voice takes you to a magic place of calm and peace where the worries and stresses of the day and beyond seem to melt and fade away. One finds oneself transformed into an existence of light and air, suddenly able to stretch and breathe further than one thought possible. One finishes Elyse’s yoga class wanting more, and having a feeling of ease and strength at the same time. When I leave the class, I feel renewed and refreshed with the physical and emotional energy to tackle whatever lies ahead. Elyse is sensitive to and aware of her student’s physical limitations, and makes sure that everyone feels comfortable and able. Her passion for yoga is apparent in her smooth and patient style of teaching. Her classes are a pleasure and a treat."
--Mona
"A dear friend from Kingston, Ont, had
been encouraging me, for the last two years,
to take up Yoga lessons. I was
complaining of lower back pain, muscles
getting stiff.and about my tennis getting
worse and worse. In my male mind, Yoga
wasn't really for me, but I couldn't figure
out what my body did need. So I lost
two years thinking about what I could do,
what I should do, what I may do. And
then, a strange thing happened. I turned 50.
Time for hesitation was over, time for
action had begun. That's when I
decided to try Yoga, just to see. And
it's when I discovered Elyse's Yoga. Her
Yoga is all about breathing and stretching.
The basics, the fundamentals, no flafla.
Each and everyone at his own pace and level
in the same choreography, while Elyse gently
corrects your posture when you mix up your
right with your left, your elbow with your
knee! And yes, anyone attending her class
notices how well her soothing voice serves
her art, our breathing, our stretching and
our concentration.
After a 12-week session, I already feel more
energy and flexibility, and there's no way
I'll stop now. So much more to learn
to get the most out of Elyse's Yoga!
And what a weekly pleasure it is to stroll
back home and feel one's mind and body so
much more lighter after an hour and a half
of hard and liberating work. Elyse, you're
not only a pro and a great prof, you're also
a very generous person. Many thanks."
--François
"The
tranquility and serenity begin to permeate
your body and your mind the moment you enter
the room. And by the end of class, your
whole being feels renewed: body, mind and
soul.
I love Elyse’s yoga class. She provides
an intimate, comfortable and inviting setting.
Her calm soothing voice, in addition to
the stretch sequences, helps melt away the
tension and allows me to re-connect with
myself after a busy week. When class is
over, I feel calm and refreshed. I also
feel optimistic owing to the constructive
thoughts Elyse shares with us. It is truly
a unique experience every time.
Thank you Elyse."
--S.
A.
"After
suffering from a chronic neck condition
for over 4 years, I met Elyse. Until that
point, I was in a great deal of pain, and
both my mobility and quality of life had
been significantly impaired. As a family
physician in the community, I had numerous
resources available to me & had tried
many with limited results: physiotherapy,
osteopathy, accupuncture, massage, and working
out with a personal trainer.
I decided to try a few personal yoga sessions.
Because I was so deconditioned Elyse tailored
the sessions to suit my personal needs.
Slowly my body began to change, my muscles
lengthened, my pain diminished and my overall
sense of well being improved dramatically.
Elyse's voice is captivating and her sessions
work the mind, body & spirit together,
unlike other therapeutic modalities. Several
months have gone by and I continue to do
yoga twice a week, all the while witnessing
positive changes in my condition.
Elyse's
Bodyworks and Wellness Center is a comprehensive
resource center for all your health related
needs. I have already begun recommending
Elyse to my patients, and they are also
benefiting from her expertise."
"I
started doing Yoga with Elyse a few years
ago upon recommendation from my Doctor to
help me manage the early stages of arthritis
in my neck. I was feeling like a mess and
this was the best advice I ever got!! The
moment I began coming to Elyse's studio,
I immediately started to feel better physically
and mentally. Elyse promotes a calm, soothing
environment with her peaceful voice, candles
and relaxing music. Elyse ensures that the
movements and poses are done properly and
I would feel the stress melting away - I
felt invigorated and at peace each time.
I also have learnt the technique of deep
breathing and how helpful it is in times
of stress. Yoga was a wonderful way to create
time for myself to re-energize and charge
the batteries, not to mention the many physical
benefits."
--Shelley E.
"When
I first decided to try yoga I thought it
would be an easy break from my vigorously
intense regular exercise program. I thought
I was in top shape already. What I discovered
was that while I may have had some strength
in some muscles groups, I lacked an overall
flexibility. Yoga gives me a true full-body
workout without the pain one usually feels
the day after. Elyse carefully explains
all the postures and movements. Right from
the first class I did not feel lost. The
whole atmosphere of the class is wonderful.
A warm, calm inviting room puts you immediately
at ease. Elyse's voice, the calming background
music and inspiring readings remind you
that our bodies and minds are one and that
they work best together. I leave after an
hour and a half feeling relaxed but also
emotionally energized and strong."
--Linda G
"After
I gave birth, i started taking yoga. Elyse's
classes really helped my abdominals and
pelvic muscles recover and strengthen. My
weelky sessions with Elyse are equivalent
to a full body massage!"
--Tracey
"This hour and a half in an intimate
and cozy studio is a true blessing to my
body and well-being. Elyse makes you connect
to your body in a very relaxed yet professional
setting. Every pose is carefully explained
step by step and for each time you become
increasingly aware of the benefits brought
to your body. When a new pose is introduced,
there is always some spontaneous laughter
at trials and errors, but Elyse's encouragment
makes you want to go further. I can also
say that I used to beg my husband for back
massages but ever since taking yoga, I no
longer need them."
--
A.W.
"My
first class with Elsye, I had such an amazing
experience, she puts you at ease immediately...I
was re-energized and felt totally calm.
The decision of returning to the classes
was easy to make. Working in accounting
and with computers her yoga classes is a
perfect way of releasing all the tension
built throughout the day.
I look forward to going for my hour and
half of yoga class each week, it a wonderful
gift to give oneself. The body feels rejuvenated
. Her soft spoken voice is very soothing
and easy to follow. She gives explanation
throughout the class on different exercises
to help us to release any problems or pains
we might be experiencing .
I thank you Elsye."
-- Filomena P.
"Since
joining Elyse's yoga class, I make a point
of not missing. Even when I am not able
to make a class, Elyse's flexibility ensures
that I can make it for another, something
that I truly appreciate. When I go to her
yoga class, I feel that I am doing something
very special for myself - taking care of
my needs, loving myself and giving myself
an hour and a half of peace and quiet. Elyse's
class is a gentle one where you are encouraged
to do what you can and not push beyond your
abilities. Elyse has a quiet, soothing voice
as she guides you and imparts positive thoughts.
I
leave Elyse's yoga class feeling refreshed
and more serene.
Thank
you, Elyse."
--
Fran R.
"Elyse
has created a space for yoga that truly
invites people to unwind, to work out and
to discover a sense of tranquility. She
empowers her students to meet their personal
goals by leading them through easy-to-follow
sequences of stretches and movements, and
by providing an opportunity for relaxation
and meditation. I always looked forward
to Elyse's weekly yoga classes. They helped
to improve my physical flexibility and as
well, helped me to maintain balance during
my hectic workweek."
--
Dahlia F.
"I
tend to join a yoga class and then not go.
With Elyse Tannenbaum's class I became hooked
from the very beginning. Her hatha yoga
based method is the only type of yoga that
has truly spoken to my body... I feel more
energized and more relaxed after every class,
and my body pains tend to diminish. Thank
you Elyse for your dedication to sharing
your message by teaching yoga -- taking
care of myself inside & out goes a long
long way."
--Andrea
"Quoi
de plus relaxant et de plus bénéfique
que de passer 90 minutes avec soi-même...rien
d'autre. Au début, j'étais
réticente. je n'étais pas
certaine que le yoga me plairait. Maintenant
je ne pourrai plus m'en passer. Musculairement
et mentalement y'a rien qui peut remplacer
le Yoga! Pourquoi avec Elyse??? Sa voix.
C'est probablement la voix la plus relaxante
de la planète. Je la compare avec
Delilah à la radio. Elyse sait nous
faire prendre conscience du présent
et nous permettre d'oublier tous nos problèmes...au
moins temporairement. Pour complèter
le tout, Elyse est massothérapeute.
Ses massages en profondeur, compléments
parfaits aux séances de yoga, ont
de quoi nous faire le plus grand bien! Je
vois Elyse régulièrement pour
mon dos et je la recommande fortement! En
gros, Elyse contribue grandement à
mon bien être mental et physique et
ce, depuis déjà près
de trois ans... pour encore longtemps!"
--Nancy
F.
"When
starting her yoga class, Elyse’s soft
caressing voice takes you to a magic place
of calm and peace where the worries and
stresses of the day and beyond seem to melt
and fade away. One finds oneself transformed
into an existence of light and air, suddenly
able to stretch and breathe further than
one thought possible. One finishes Elyse’s
yoga class wanting more, and having a feeling
of ease and strength at the same time. When
I leave the class, I feel renewed and refreshed
with the physical and emotional energy to
tackle whatever lies ahead. Elyse is sensitive
to and aware of her student’s physical
limitations, and makes sure that everyone
feels comfortable and able. Her passion
for yoga is apparent in her smooth and patient
style of teaching. Her classes are a pleasure
and a treat."
--Mona
Prenatal
Yoga
"It’s 2:00am and
intense contractions are starting….45
seconds of very painful contractions 2
minutes apart. I survived those 45 seconds
by breathing deeply and using the vocal
toning I had learned in Elyse’s Prenatal
yoga classes. I didn’t need an epidural
the whole night and was handling my
contractions and the whole experience very
calmly. My husband was by my side and
couldn’t believe how calm I was and that I hadn’t
bit his head off or gotten irritable .The
nurses kept coming by to ask me when I
wanted the epidural which I didn’t feel I
needed yet. I was managing well, going to
the bathroom myself and each time a
contraction would begin, I would tell myself
Ok here we go and would either stand, sit or
lye down and begin toning and breathing
deeply. By 8:00am I finally asked for the
epidural so I could take a couple of hours
to sleep before the big push. Everyone
around me was asking what I was doing and I
would simply tell them prenatal yoga
exercises. People are not aware that there
is a simple and easy way to deal with
pain…it really wasn’t so painful after
all!"
--Tetiana
"Being a teacher of Indian classical
dance, I have been exposed to several forms
of yoga and have taken a variety of classes
over the years. The very first time I took a
class with Elyse, I knew she possessed a
gift I had never experienced before. Not
only was I amazed at the knowledge she has
with respect to pregnant womens’ bodies,
but her ability to draw our energies within
is a real gift. I have loved each and every
class
I have attended and
my body definitely feels the positive
effects. I am definitely looking forward to
using the techniques during my delivery and
after , I look forward to Mom and Baby
yoga!"
--Jaia S.
"I
have never taken yoga classes before and
must say that I loved prenatal
yoga! Elyse provided a calm,
relaxing, intimate and friendly environment.
The exercises helped me throughout my
pregnancy and made it easy for the delivery.
I learned how to breathe properly and how to
control my breathing, helping me even today
in my daily routine especially with my
headaches. Elyse's classes taught me
so much that I decided to pass this great
gift to my newborn son and took him to her infant massage classes. Once again Elyse provided a very inviting
and comfortable atmosphere. The
massages helped my son with his colic..
He is much more relaxed and happy. WE
THANK YOU ELYSE."
-- N.A. and baby Sam
"I
did it all- Prenatal
Yoga, Prenatal Massage, Mommy/ Baby
Yoga, and Infant Massage. The
first two were to help my aching back
and feet. And those classes definitely
hit the right spot.
And, at
first I signed up for Mommy/Baby Yoga
and Infant Massage just to fill up my
days- a way for Haeli and me to get
out of the house and do something.
However, I very quickly learned that
these classes were so much more. Not
only was the yoga class a way for me
to pay some attention to my own body
and to do some much needed exercise,
but it was also a way for me to
physically connect with Haeli in a
very relaxed and calm atmosphere. The
massage class has also done wonders.
Haeli can often get very tense and
excited during the day. However, when
we implement the calming techniques
that Elyse has taught us, Haeli almost
instantly relaxes.
The
"Bodyworks Yoga and
Wellness" pre and postnatal programs
should be part of the lives of all
expecting and new mothers out there.
Not only will it do amazing things for
your body and your baby, but it's a
great place to meet other people just
like you!"
-- Anna
"I really
looked forward to Elyse’s pre-natal yoga
class each week!
It was a time to focus on myself and
on my baby while forgetting all about the
stresses of everyday life.
The class was both relaxing and
invigorating!
Although I had done very little yoga
before, I felt at ease right from the start.
This is because the atmosphere is
warm and the people friendly.
Elyse also allows you to go at your
own pace and never makes you feel like you
need to do something that just doesn’t
feel right.
I loved it so much that I signed up
for her mom-and-baby yoga class and her baby
massage class shortly after my son was born!"
--Anon
"Being a part of
Elyse's pregnancy yoga class has been such a
joy!! My initiative at first was to
join the class to get involved in a healthy
activity during my pregnancy and to meet
other women, since moving here from
Vancouver, BC. After my first class
with Elyse I knew that I found exactly what
I was looking for. And want to thank
Elyse for that.
Elyse has a gift to lead
woman into a place of serenity & escape,
where we are able to let go of the
distractions of our lives, and then
equip us with strength that by the end of
the class you feel 'whole'. A gift not
just to me, or to the other woman but for
our unborn children.
Thank-you Elyse for your
professional approach to better my
life!"
--Jessica A.
Vancouver, BC
"
I gave birth on Friday April 27th to a 7 on
the dot pound baby girl. Sara-Jade
Bettan. The pushing part took only 13
minutes!!! they called me a champion! the
doctor said if all women were like me in
labour it would make his job perfect! I
loved my labour it went so well...The nurses
all called my daughter the yoga baby! (they
say their is an actual difference in the
labour of women who've taken yoga throughout
pregnancy and in
the newborns). I told them all
how I had taken my classes up until past
week 40 and that it meant the world to
me..My baby is super calm, the breastfeeding
is going super well, and she sleeps
great! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR
CLASSES! I'll be seeing you in the baby yoga
classes.
Say hi to the girls!"
--Emily xox
"Last Thursday, I
gave birth to our daughter, Nicole Sophie,
and had a wonderful birth experience to
share - thanks in large part to many of the
yoga techniques practiced each week in
class..
I ended up being induced because an
ultrasound I had after last week's yoga
class found the baby wasn't getting the
adequate nutrients needed from the placenta,
and would do better outside the womb.
I didn't have much time to get too nervous,
since the induction was scheduled for the
following morning, but I was concerned about
how inductions can bring on a harder, faster
labour..
There were a few key things from yoga that
really got me through the contractions as
they intensified (though they never really
got that bad - thanks to modern medicine!!)..I
reminded myself to "ride the wave"
and focused on my breathing, eventually
doing the toning exercises along with each
breath. The process helped me think
clearly through each contraction, and of
course allowed for greater relaxation and no
build-up of anxiety or fear.
By the time the epidural kicked in (a truly
amazing thing!) I was extremely relaxed and
couldn't believe how good I felt..I hadn't
slept well the night before so I took the
time to build up my energy for the labour
stage..I ended up dilating relatively
quickly which in part I believe was due to
how relaxed I felt. I couldn't believe
when they said it was time to push, and
before I knew it, our beautiful daughter was
lying on my chest!
I am most definitely not the calmest person
by nature, and medical interventions make me
nervous, so this goes to show that all we
learn in class is not forgotten when
"push comes to shove" (pardon the
pun!)
I'm enjoying motherhood and all the
happiness and pure joy that comes along with
it..Thank you so much for adding to a
positive pregnancy and labour experience and
Nicole and I look forward to seeing you in
infant massage and/or mommy/baby yoga..
All the best and thanks again."
--Lauren
"I
don't think I could have gotten through
my pregnancy without Elyse's help in both
Prenatal Yoga and Pregnancy Massage. Although
I didn't have a difficult pregnancy, it
was a painful one. The combination of yoga
and massage helped me to deal with the pain
in my hips and back so that life was bearable.
Thank-you Elyse for helping me bring my
precious girl into the world!"
--Daniella
S.
"Taking
Prenatal Yoga with Elyse helped me to relax
and get in touch with my body prior to delivery.
She is an excellent teacher- both patient
and encouraging. I liked Elyse so much that
I also received Pregnancy Massage from her.
I was very nervous about labor and carried
my stress through my neck and shoulders.
I was also diagnosed with carpal Tunnel
Syndrome in m y last trimester. During the
last 6 weeks of my pregnancy, I received
weekly massage and was relieved of the knots
in my shoulders, neck and arms. I highly
recommend Elyse's Prenatal Yoga classes
and pregnancy Massage."
--Marni
D.
"I was very large during my last pregnancy
carrying a large baby with extra amniotic
fluid while running after an active toddler
at home. Elyse's Prenatal Yoga and Pregnancy
massages were the only things that kept
the discomfort to a minimum and gave me
a much needed break physically and mentally.
Her experience with pregnant women gave
me a lot of comfort that I was in good hands."
--Heather
M.
"Seven months of stretching and learning
to relax my body in Prenatal Yoga classes
had a substantial impact on my childbirth
experience, which involved a very limited
use of drugs. Six weeks after my son was
born, we began Postnatal Yoga, which
in my opinion is almost if not more important
than prenatal yoga. Breastfeeding, carrying
a baby, their car seat and diaper bag presents
more physical challenges to your body that
only a well balanced Yoga class can alleviate.
Postnatal Yoga was a fun way for my son
and I to meet other moms and at the same
time incorporate physical fitness into our
days."
--Randi
P.
"Taking
both Prenatal and Postnatal/Mom and Baby
Yoga was probably the best thing I could
have done for myself to prepare and recover
from giving birth. I have also treated myself
to a Prenatal Massage and will say that
Elyse is an excellent therapist as she truly
listens to her clients needs."
--Jenny
D.
"When
I got pregnant my friend suggested that
I try prenatal yoga. She suggested
that it will help me have a fast delivery.
I found Elyse on the internet. Right after
the first class I knew I made the right
choice. The stretching and relaxation was
exactly what my body needed. My lower back
pains disappeared. It made my pregnancy
much easier and like my friend promised-
I had a very easy and fast delivery.
We also joined the postnatal yoga
classes. We both enjoy it very much. I enjoy
the stretching and the straightening of
my core muscles while my baby enjoys quality
time with mummy and interaction with other
babies. We recommend it to everyone!"
--Sivan
R.
"I
have had the good fortune of experiencing
Elyse's many talents on several levels.
In her Prenatal Yoga classes, I learned
to relax, stretch, and breathe, all of which
were helpful in my birthing process. I also
went for several Pregnancy massages before
the delivery of my baby, and highly recommended
this to all of my friends, pregnant or not!
After giving birth, I continued with the
massages to help ease all my aches and pains
from breastfeeding and carrying my baby.
I also joined Elyse's Postnatal Yoga
classes to get some tone back into my over-stretched
muscles. It was wonderful to interact with
other moms and their infants. Again, I cannot
say enough about the healing power of massage,
both physically and mentally. Finally, I
enrolled in a regular Hatha Yoga class that
I attended without my baby. This turned
out to be my only break from my baby and
it was a great place to come and stretch,
breathe, and relax - just to take a break.
Elyse has been very helpful through this
new motherhood journey of mine and I appreciate
everything she has done for me! Thanks Elyse!!!"
--Donna
L.
"The combination of Prenatal Yoga and
Pregnancy Massage with Elyse was a lifesaver
during my pregnancy. Emotionally, the two
therapies helped me deal with the anxiety
of my first pregnancy and manage some complications
that arose during my nine months. Physically,
they worked to prevent much of the physical
discomforts such as backache and reduced
mobility. Pregnancy is a time in your life
when you can truly give yourself permission
to pamper your mind and body for a whole
nine months!"
--Debra
J.
"Prenatal
Yoga was a wonderful experience for
both the body and the mind. Early on in
my pregnancy I was finding it somewhat challenging
to deeply connect with my developing baby.
When I started Yoga, Elyse fostered this
connection by having all the moms-to-be
touch their bellies and focus positive thoughts
and energies towards the babies inside.
This helped to alleviate a lot of the emotional
worries during my pregnancy and the anxieties
of impending motherhood. I also found myself
to be more in control of my ever increasing
lax joints; my balance and coordination
were greatly improved and I developed a
good amount of flexibility and range of
motion in my muscles. As I grew bigger throughout
the pregnancy (and the baby was pressing
on the diaphragm more and more) the inhalation
exercises practiced during prenatal Yoga
helped me to control my breathing and increase
my stamina to do everyday tasks. Finally,
I am convinced that my labor and delivery
were a breeze because I learned how to breathe
more efficiently through the contractions,
and the flexbility in my hips and legs served
me well during the pushing stage (10 minutes
of pushing!). Perhaps the most rewarding
aspect of taking the classes was the opportunity
to share such a wonderful life event with
other women, who could relate to my own
exerpiences, and who, at times, I could
comiserate with! Elyse was a motivating
and supportive teacher who catered to each
individual client's needs. She also taught
us in a calm environment and her voice was
so soothing that I used to fall asleep at
the end of class, during the relaxation
period. I highly recommend Yoga for mom
and future baby; this is a great way for
the bonding process to begin!"
--
Beth T.
"The
prenatal yoga classes, along with swimming
and walking, helped me in having the most
ideal pregnancy any woman can ask for. I
sailed through the pregnancy without any
morning sickness’ and very little fatigue.
I attended Elyse’s classes throughout
my second & third trimesters, actually
up until a week before baby Savanah was
due. I learned how to listen carefully to
my body and relieve the daily stresses with
relaxation and breathing techniques. I endured
36 hours of labor and was rushed to a caesarean
operation due to foetal distress. Even though
I wasn’t mentally prepared for a surgical
operation, I bounced back quickly on the
physical aspect things and was surprisingly
released from the hospital 2.5 days after
my operation. Both doctors and nurses were
amazed at my recovery. I owe a lot of it
to Elyse, who aimed at helping us achieve
our own physical and mental wellness. I
benefited so much from joining Elyse’s
prenatal class and pregnancy message sessions
that when she began her baby massage classes,
I didn’t hesitate to join."
--
Karine
"Parcours
pour une naissance à domicile.
Avec
mon mari, nous avons fait le choix de vivre
la naissance de notre seconde fille à
la maison. Ayant accouché à
l'hôpital sous épidurale pour
la première, j'étais un peu
inquiète de ma réaction à
la douleur. C'est pourquoi je décidai
de faire du yoga prénatal. Mon premier
cours avec Elyse ne m'avait pas convaincu,
mais je m'y attendais et je voulais laisser
sa chance au yoga de me gagner... Au deuxième
cours, j'étais vendue! Chaque cours
m'apportait beaucoup, j'apprenais à
"respirer" mes tensions, ça
me faisait un bien fou! Et j'avais vraiment
besoin de me détendre, car mon AAD
( accouchement à domicile ) a été
un parcours du combattant...
Je
suis arrivée au Québec en
novembre, enceinte de 3mois. Impossible
d'avoir une place en maison de naissance
pour un suivi avec une sage-femme. Après
de longues recherches, c'est finalement
le groupe MAMAN ( Mouvement pour l'Autonomie
dans la Maternité et pour l'Accouchement
Naturel ) qui a bien voulu me référer
à un groupe de sages-femmes reconnues
dans leur communauté ( mais non couvertes
par l'assurance maladie ) Ensuite il y a
eu la quête ( vaine ) d'un médecin
qui accepterait de faire mon suivi de grossesse
sans "m'accoucher". Puis à
38semaine, mon bébé se met
en transverse, il se retourne une semaine
plus tard mais ne veut plus sortir...
Finalement,
à 42 semaines et 5 jours, je prend
2oz d'huile de ricin et monte deux fois
l'Oratoire St-Joseph! A 13h, le 3 juin 2005,
les contractions commencent. Je suis avec
mon mari et ma fille de trois ans. A 15h45,
la sage-femme arrive. Je vis les contractions
à quatre pattes, dans mon salon,
en faisant des sons graves. A 16h, je perd
les eaux, ma fille dit "tu fais pipi
maman". Je passe par le bain et m'installe
dans notre chambre. Quinze minutes plus
tard, je sens que ça pousse. Mon
mari va chercher la sage-femme au salon.
Deuxième poussée et ma fille,
installée sur sa petite chaise au
pied du lit, dit "LA TETE SORT".
Troisième poussée, les épaules
et
Alissande est née! Il est 16h26!
Lili restera attachée à son
placenta près de 2h avant que papa
coupe lecordon. Tout est allé si
vite que j'ai un peu déchiré
périné et muqueuse et la miss
est sortie endormie! Du coup pas de regard
du nouveau né ni de
rampouille pour quérir le sein, tant
pis! Ce sera quand même parmi les
plus beaux souvenirs de toute ma vie!
J'arrive du cours de yoga maman-bébé.
Aujourd'hui ma puce a 7semaines, et n'a
pas encore besoin de yoga: elle est très
calme, zen, et dort beaucoup! Evidemment
elle s'est endormie peu après le
début du cours, mais maman en a profité
au passage pour localiser les tensions et
tâcher d'en évacuer quelques
unes!
Merci Elyse!"
-- Catherine L.
"Being
an extremely lazy person, I always ignored
all sorts of physical exercise. Of course,
there were
times when I felt guilty about my poor untoned
body, and would force myself to go to the
gym to work out. And every time (after an
aerobic class), the same things would happen:
my heart would race, and my body would always
be in in pain.
When
I got pregnant, I felt the usual guilt about
not being fit. But the difference was that,
this time, it was not only about me, but
also about another soul growing inside of
me. I wanted my baby to enjoy living and
growing in my body. So, I started to look
around for an exercise alternative suitable
for pregnant women. Finally, I found Elyse's
Yoga class and joined the group on my 17th
week of pregnancy.
Coming
to the first class, I was afraid that I
would not be able to keep-up with the rest
of the women. I had never done yoga before.
So, I thought, I would try it and see how
I'd feel. In aerobics class, I really didn't
enjoy all the jumping and intensive exercising
ending up with a sweaty body, red face,
and a headache. This yoga class was different.
A combination of relaxation , stretching
and toning poses turned out to match my
inner vital rhythm. I was not tired. The
breathing techniques helped to keep my breath
steady, and the slow and careful movements
did not rush the blood to the head. By the
end of the class I was feeling lighter,
taller, and energized. For the first time
in my life I felt good after physical activity,
and I noticed that I did not look at my
watch once during the class! Of course,
coming to the second class was not even
a question to me. And I came to the third
and fourth. Once I couldn't come and had
to miss a class. That week all the common
discomforts of pregnancy such as back pain
and sciatica came back. I realized it was
because I missed yoga.
I could not wait until the next class! I
call those classes "my once a week
pain relief therapy", and I never miss
a class. Thanks Elyse!"
--
Larissa.
"Being
a student in Elyse's pre-natal yoga class
has made me a more relaxed individual. Throughout
my pregnancy, I was working and naturally
became stressed out between work and the
daily grind. Elyse taught me how to relax
myself through the various stretches and
breathing techniques we learned in our classes.
I had never before participated in a yoga
class and I found when I was filled with
a lot of tension after a long day, just
the thought of knowing I had class comforted
me and obviously the class itself really
helped alleviate a lot of my stress and
most importantly helped me sleep much better
and more peacefully.
What
I loved about pre-natal yoga was that it
was time that I set aside once a week for
me and the baby. I highly recommend all
pregnant women enroll in a pre-natal yoga
class besides it being relaxing it's a great
stretch for your entire body."
--
EP
"Ever
since I began attending Elyse's classes
(at 5 months pregnant) I started experiencing
a sense of calmness and tranquility around
my body's tranformations and the new life
forming inside of me. I looked forward to
attending every class and challenging myself
physicaly, emotionally and spiritually.
Yoga is a wonderful way to connect with
yourself and the new life developing within
you, and Elyse does a superb job enabling
the complete experience to enrapture you
and love yourself as well as your baby."
--
MF
"Participating
in Elyse's Prenatal Yoga class was probably
the best decision I could have made to stay
healthy and pain-free throughout my preganancy.
With a hectic work schedule, I rarely had
time for myself. Although I had never taken
a yoga class in the past, Elyse's class
thaught me simple and effective methods
to connect with my body and with my baby.
It was the most enjoyable hour of the week!
After a few sessions, all the physicial
aches and pains related to the later stages
of my pregancy were gone. I managed to sleep
better and have more energy thoughout the
day. Most importantly, the breathing techniques
learned in Elyse's class guided me throughout
my delivery- I was able to better focus
and manage the pain. Elyse provides a customized,
warm and friendly environment in her classes
and pays special attention to all her participants.
Thank you Elyse!"
-- Sabine C.
"Participating
in Elyse’s prenatal
yoga classes has been one of the joys
of my pregnancy, helping to relieve the
aches and pains associated with pregnancy,
and bringing me into contact with other
women going through the same process of
transformation.
Elyse
is a knowledgeable, thorough and compassionate
teacher: she explains the benefits of poses
while demonstrating them, and always includes
variations so that everyone can benefit
from the
practice--from the true beginner to those
who have been practicing yoga longer. If
I was achy and tired going to class, I was
more flexible and energized afterwards—thanks
in great part to Elyse’s clear and
soothing style of teaching."
--
Susan E.
"I
knew I wanted to take prenatal yoga even
before I got pregnant. I knew of all the
benefits and wanted to have an easy labor.
The
ambience of Elyse's class was perfect. The
cleanliness and intimacy of her studio from
the dimmed lights, music, and her soothing
voice all contributed to a memorable experience.
Sharing experiences with other expectant
mothers was also fun.I was able to take
classes up until my 39th week of pregnancy!
I would have come one last time but gave
birth over the weekend. I was able to stay
home for the first four hours of my labor.
The yoga helped me during that phase, as
I breathed deeply,walked from one end of
the house to the other, squatted and leaned
against the wall. When I reached the hospital,
I was already dilated 5cm. The nurse was
impressed! The pushing was brief, only 45
minutes. I attribute this to the yoga My
husband and I have a beautiful, healthy
and CALM baby girl.
I
am grateful to Elyse and look forward to
participating in her mom and baby yoga class."
-- Shannia
"Taking
Elyse's
prenatal yoga
courses was a great way to stay relaxed
and flexible during pregnancy. I've always
been an active person (running, cycling,
skiing,etc.)but as my pregnancy progressed
I had to ease up on strenuous workouts,
and from 26 to 39 weeks, yoga proved a welcome
compliment to walking and swimming. In addition
to helping ease my lower back pain and sciatica,
I found the awareness of breathing to be
extremely helpful, especially during labour.
I was fortunate to have a fast and uncomplicated
natural childbirth, which I credit in part
to yoga's strengthening and focusing properties.
I resumed my sessions two months after my
son Thomas was born, and yoga once again
helped my abdominals and pelvic muscles
recover and strengthen, gently and gradually.
Yoga also helps release the tension from
carrying the baby on the upper back and
shoulders: my weekly session with Elyse
is equivalent to a full body massage!"
--
Tracey
"I
think that Elyse's prenatal yoga is a great
way to relax and stretch at the end of the
day. Even when you feel like you are too
tired to attend, you will leave the class
more invigorated than when you arrive. Elyse
has a great knowledge of prenatal
yoga and the positions that we practice
in class
are safe and easy to do, even if you have
never taken any yoga classes before. The
instruction is clear and you can see yourself
improve over the weeks. The environment
in which the class is held is warm and inviting
and its a nice way to meet other pregnant
women and to share this wonderful
experience. I look forward to class each
week and strongly recommend it to anyone
who is
interested."
--AG
"Every
week I look forward to Elyse's prenatal
yoga class as it is pretty much the
only time in the week where I have a chance
to unwind and just focus on my inner self.
Her soothing voice during class is optimal
for this kind of excercise, which is something
all pregnant women should take the time
to do.
Obviously
the physical aspect of yoga is also very
important, therefore I also look forward
to her class so I can get some stretching
done and relieve all of the aches and pains
associated with pregnancy.
All in all it is a class I truly enjoy and
that I recommend to all pregnant women no
matter what stage of pregnancy the're at.
It is a wonderful experience!"
--Nathalie
"Taking
Elyse's prenatal
Yoga classes is a great way to connect
with myself and the life growing inside
of me. It makes me relax every part of my
body, and pregnancy looks even better. It
helps my body in many ways, flexibility,
breathing, my back. It helps get me through
the week. It gives as well time to focus.
I'm sure my pregnancy is much easier than
it would be without Elyse's classes. I will
recommend Elyse's prenatal classes and I
will make sure to take the postnatal classes
as well, for myself and my baby."
--Kamala
"I
enrolled in Elyse's prenatal
yoga class early on in my pregnancy
and continueduntil my 40th week. Elyse is
an excellent yoga teacher. She teaches simple
yet effective exercices which helped me
relieve the aches and pains related to pregnancy.
The class also allowed me to share the joys
and concerns of pregnancy with other moms-to-be.
Elyse's prenatal yoga class relaxed, energized
and helped me sleep better. The awareness
of breathing was helpful in dealing with
daily hassles and of course throughout labour.Toning
was particularly helpful in easing out the
pain of contractions."
--Stephanie
"I
started taking Elyse's pre-natal
yoga class when I was 5 months pregnant
and continued right up until the week before
I gave birth. The relaxation and stretching
exercises helped with the daily aches and
pains of pregnancy and those exercises combined
with Elyse's soothing voice made me feel
like I had a full-body massage after each
class. Pre-natal yoga should be a part of
every pregnant woman's life."
--Lesli
"Elyse,
Eventhough I signed up for your prenatal
yoga class for the exercise, I received
much more! I was able to effectively use
the techniques taught in your course to
alleviate discomfort and remain calm during
labor. This enabled me to control my birth
to make it a positive experience for my
baby and myself.
The nurse who examined me before I left
the hospital could not believe I had given
birth naturally and needed no pain relievers
(during or after)! When I told her i had
done yoga throughout my pregnancy, she said
it had done wonders. I had so much energy
and my form returned to normal quickly!
Thank-you Elyse!"
--Karen
H.
Mom
& Baby Yoga
"I
counted down the days after the birth of my
daughter Dalia and started taking the next
available Mom
and Baby yoga class that Elyse offered.
In the beginning I looked forward to just
getting out of the house, but as the weeks
went by I remembered the calming effect that
Elyse’s classes had on me. I was
breathing more deeply again. My aches
and pains were less. I was most surprised by
the impact it had on my daughter. She
began sleeping better and enjoyed the
interaction with the other babies. This was
further enhanced by Elyse’s infant massage classes. The perfect compliment to the yoga, I
was able to learn techniques to help with
Dalia’s sleeping, teething and gas.
It was a complete package, and I’ve been
able to incorporate it all into our daily
routines! Thanks for all your help
Elyse!"
--
Lisa M.
"I
began Elyse’s weekly mom-and-baby yoga
class eight weeks after my son was born.
I had already taken pre-natal yoga
with Elyse, which I enjoyed immensely, so I
was hoping this class would be just as
wonderful.
I was not disappointed!
The breathing and stretching really
helped my body relax, which was much needed
after a day of carrying my baby, the
stroller, the car seat, etc.
Not only did I benefit from the yoga
poses, I also learned new ways to interact
with my son. The atmosphere was just as cozy and welcoming as in pre-natal
yoga. It
was always easy to feed and change my baby
during the class or to take a break simply
because my baby needed one.
Elyse actually encourages you to do
what you need, as she understands that the
baby comes first.
It was also nice having other mothers
experiencing similar things to talk to, many
of whom I had already met during pre-natal
yoga."
-- Anon
"As a new mother and
a beginner of yoga, the Mom and Baby Yoga
Class is wonderful. Since I found this class
online, I didn't know what to expect or how
my baby would react to this new environment
but I decided to take the plunge and join.
I'm glad I did because it's been a really
positive experience. The yoga itself focused
on the parts of my body that needed
attention as a mom and taught me how to
stretch those tight muscles at home. I
especially liked how the exercises can totally
involve your baby or if she's sleeping, you
can have a complete workout on your own.
Whether my baby was enjoying the class with
me or if she needed to be feed or soothed,
the class is always accommodating to
whatever we needed to do. This class is great
for getting back in touch with your body and
sharing it with your baby at the same
time."
--Jessica
"Having never taken yoga before I
signed my son and I up for Elyse's mom and
baby yoga class simply to have a weekly
outing. I really didn't know what to
expect but thought it would be a new
experience for us both. Little did I
know how much I would love the class.
I began to feel the benefits within the
first few sessions. I was more
flexible than I thought possible and my
strength was increasing, especially in my
core where I needed it the most. Noah
was also getting so much from the class as
well. He was included constantly as I
took part in the class and the baby yoga
portion was another great time for us to
bond together. My biggest surprise was
that I found myself using what I had learned
in class for both myself and my son at home.
I now take a little time each day to
breathe, stretch and do yoga with my son and
I'm loving it!"
--Sharleen
"I love taking mom
and baby yoga with Elyse.
It is a perfect time and space to let go of
the daily stresses and just relax and
connect with baby. The postures we
learned relieve the aches that developed
from carrying and breastfeeding my daughter.
Elyse is very
easygoing and the moms feed, change and
comfort their babies whenever they need to
during the class. Elyse
even suggests modifications so you can still
get some benefit even if your hands are
full."
--Anon
"I began Elyse’s weekly mom-and-baby
yoga class eight weeks after my son was
born. I had already taken pre-natal yoga with Elyse, which I
enjoyed immensely, so I was hoping this
class would be just as wonderful.
I was not disappointed!
The breathing and stretching really
helped my body relax, which was much needed
after a day of carrying my baby, the
stroller, the car seat, etc.
Not only did I benefit from the yoga
poses, I also learned new ways to interact
with my son.
The atmosphere was just as cozy and
welcoming as in pre-natal yoga. It
was always easy to feed and change my baby
during the class or to take a break simply
because my baby needed one.
Elyse actually encourages you to do
what you need, as she understands that the
baby comes first.
It was also nice having other mothers
experiencing similar things to talk to, many
of whom I had already met during pre-natal
yoga."
--Stephanie
"Prenatal yoga with
Elyse Tannenbaum had so many wonderful
benefits..That hour and fifteen minutes is a
precious time to go inside yourself and gain
a deeper sense of appreciation and bonding
with the life growing inside you. At
the beginning of each class, Elyse instructs
you to "put one hand on your heart, the
other on your belly/baby" and that sets
the tone for the special experience that is
prenatal yoga. So many physical
benefits as well, as we learned stretches
and positions to use at home. I never
missed a class, and looked forward to each
one. As I approach my due date, I am
confident the breathing and relaxation
techniques we learned will help me in the
labour room."
--Lauren S.
"I started taking Elyse’s prenatal
yoga in order to keep active during my
pregnancy, not only for the fantastic
stretching that has kept my aches and pains
to a minimum, but also for the peace and
tranquility of mind it provides me with
after a full week at work. I knew I would
enjoy it, but I never expected to be looking
so forward to it week after week. I started
the classes in my 10th week of
pregnancy and, in my 38th week,
I’m still going strong. Elyse adapts every
pose for all levels of ability and her calm
and encouraging tone is both relaxing and
motivating. In my 24th week, to
help ease lower back pain I booked a pregnancy
massage with Elyse. It was the perfect
compliment to the yoga classes. Adding it to
my monthly routine has completed the body,
mind, and heart connection. It
continually strengthens the bond between me
and my unborn baby while doing something
fantastic for both of us in a safe and
soothing environment. I even found myself
using the breathing techniques that Elyse
had taught us in class to release tension
while she massaged me.
I
can’t wait to start the baby massage
classes with my new daughter. Thanks Elyse!"
--Lisa M.
"Seven
months of stretching and learning to relax
my body in Prenatal Yoga classes had a substantial
impact on my childbirth experience, which
involved a very limited use of drugs. Six
weeks after my son was born, we began Postnatal
Yoga, which in my opinion is almost
if not more important than prenatal yoga.
Breastfeeding, carrying a baby, their car
seat and diaper bag presents more physical
challenges to your body that only a well
balanced Yoga class can alleviate. Postnatal
Yoga was a fun way for my son and I to meet
other moms and at the same time incorporate
physical fitness into our days."
--Randi
P.
"Taking
both Prenatal and Postnatal/Mom and Baby
Yoga was probably the best thing I could
have done for myself to prepare and recover
from giving birth. I have also treated myself
to a Prenatal Massage and will say that
Elyse is an excellent therapist as she truly
listens to her clients needs."
--Jenny
D.
"When
I got pregnant my friend suggested that
I try prenatal yoga. She suggested
that it will help me have a fast delivery.
I found Elyse on the internet. Right after
the first class I knew I made the right
choice. The stretching and relaxation was
exactly what my body needed. My lower back
pains disappeared. It made my pregnancy
much easier and like my friend promised-
I had a very easy and fast delivery.
We also joined the postnatal yoga
classes. We both enjoy it very much. I enjoy
the stretching and the straightening of
my core muscles while my baby enjoys quality
time with mummy and interaction with other
babies. We recommend it to everyone!"
--Sivan
R.
"I
counted down the days after the birth of my
daughter Dalia and started taking the next
available Mom
and Baby yoga class that Elyse offered.
In the beginning I looked forward to just
getting out of the house, but as the weeks
went by I remembered the calming effect that
Elyse’s classes had on me. I was
breathing more deeply again. My aches
and pains were less. I was most surprised by
the impact it had on my daughter. She
began sleeping better and enjoyed the
interaction with the other babies. This was
further enhanced by Elyse’s infant massage classes. The perfect |