:: Testimonials
Having spent most of my life avoiding anything resembling exercise, I gave yoga a try. I found the sessions not only invigorating and challenging, but also restorative. When I have been unable to practice due to extensive business travel requirements, Marina has been able to direct me in continuing independently until I could, once again, pursue personal instruction. Yoga, and specifically, Prana yoga studying under Marina Mountain, has become a new direction in my continued personal growth and a greater awareness of my mind and body. Bernie Blomquist ~ Motivational Speaker, NY I jokingly told Marina to go ahead and write a glowing testimonial and sign my name to it. She didn't think I was serious, but I can't think of any glowing comment she would make that I wouldn't agree with. I really had a wonderful time in Costa Rica with Marina and group. Pura Vida is a beautiful place with lush gardens and delicious food. Our "field trips" were fantastic. Who knew that zipping through the tree tops on a wire would be so much fun? But the Yoga classes were the main event. If you're hesitating because you're a beginner, please don't let that stop you! Some days I feel that calling myself a beginner in Yoga is overstating my abilities, but in Marina's classes, I always feel inspired and encouraged. Go! You'll have a wonderful time! Darlene Craig ~ Yogini, AZ
When I first began taking Yoga classes with Marina Mountain, I had no idea how my life would be altered. Not only have her classes improved my balance, flexibility, and overall strength, but my health too, has significantly improved. My stress levels have plummeted, and I feel my life is more in balance. To my amazement, by practicing Yoga on a regular basis, my HDL's (the good cholesterol) have almost doubled over a two year period. Aside from the obvious physical benefits, my mental health, sense of humor, and connectedness with other people have significantly improved. I attribute all of these benefits to Marina's wonderful professional expertise, and her ability to indivualize instruction, and to make myself (and others) feel at ease and welcome in her class. Marina has a wonderful sense of humor to go along with a sparkling and captivating personality. Indeed, for many of us, her Yoga classes have become more than a "workout". The classes have become an opportunity to connect with each other, and a wonderful, exciting and challenging adventure.....a truly opening and expansive experience. I feel so fortunate to have her as my teacher. Dr. Barry Oblas ~ Behavioral Therapist, AZ |