What our students are saying about Garden State Yoga.....
"Approximately 10 years ago I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism (under active thyroid). After much research and many tests, I had no choice but to go on medication to regulate my thyroid. Something I was not happy about but told I would have to do for the rest of my life. From that moment on I was on a quest to find a way to take as little medication as possible. At that same time, my husband and I started practicing yoga and I have been practicing ever since. As I learned, through my practices, workshops, trainings, and from my magnificent teachers, the benefits of yoga are limitless. One of which is stimulation of the thyroid through breathing and postures such as shoulder stand, plow, fish and bridge pose. I practiced and practiced and persevered. Yoga is a journey, after all, and while most benefits are immediate some take time.
Finally...a breakthrough!!! After a recent checkup, the endocrinologist informed me that my thyroid levels were regulating and reversing. The medication would be reduced!! WoooHooo!!
I confidently and emphatically attribute this to yoga. More specifically hot yoga, 40 Days to Personal Revolution and Garden State Yoga. Truly a transformation has taken place! Proof positive of the power of mind, body and spirit working together to heal.
One of my favorite sayings is: "You can't live a perfect day without doing something, for someone, who can never repay you." Alison, Seth and Garden State Yoga staff, as far as I'm concerned, you live perfect days!
I speak for myself and many others, I'm sure, when I say you provide inspiration for practices on and off the mat. You nurture us on our journey to live lives filled with the gifts of love, light, laughter, joy, peace and good health. The only way to repay you is to live that life and encourage others to do the same." Debbie
"With a busy schedule like mine (working full time and grad school part-time), Garden State Yoga really keeps me in balance. Some days I come in feeling on edge only to leave with a rejuvenated feeling that you cannot put a price tag on. Other days I come on my high horse only to be humbled, leaving with a solid grounded feeling that is equally valuable. I come in everyday, surround myself around beautiful people, get on my mat, and clear my head out for the next 75 minutes as I flow from one pose to the next. The incredible energy in the room entices me to lean just beyond my edge. No matter what level you are at everyone always feels at home here. The teachers are truly dedicated and are always looking to improve. The classes offered are similar in core values yet unique with each teacher to give you a perfect balance of consistency with a gloss of novelty. No matter how I feel coming in I am always leaving feeling better; and that keeps me coming back for more. Garden State Yoga is truly my sanctuary."
John
"Happy Birthday Garden State Yoga!!!! i still try to stretch once or twice a week. to find a little time to quiet down and to do some poses that i learned at GSY... and then sometimes memories come of your studio. of that warm room full of radiant.... healthy people....memories of my puddle of sweat and the amazing feeling that i would have after each class....feeling of aliveness....with every cell in my body....pulsating with energy....with something really good.....thanks to you GSY for introducing me to that feeling. thank you for your work!! for inspiring people and unveiling to them magic of yoga...sending You warm greetings and best birthday wishes!!!" Marcin
“I took the hot power vinyasa class today, and I just want to say it was amazing!! I've always done yoga on dvds but never in a class form, and now after my first class, I can officially say I'm a hot yoga junkie. Thanks so much!!! You guys are so awesome!!!” Cory
"Hot Power Vinyasa at Garden State Yoga is the best workout for your body and mind. I have been taking classes for six months and my body has completely transformed. I lost those annoying, hard to lose 7 lbs and feel stronger and have muscle definition that I never had before. What I love most is that each of the instructors has their own teaching style, but the main theme at the studio is that the practice is yours…they encourage you to work at your own pace and it’s OK if you fall (Seth’s famous words.) I walk out of class feeling energized, alive and completely drenched in sweat. Thank you Garden State Yoga....you guys have established yourselves in such a short time and I feel so lucky to be a part of it!" Crissa
"Hi Ali, I Just wanted to thank you and Seth for a great class - I was following you the entire time to see if I was doing the right thing! Kim and her assists were awesome! She helped me with my backbend and was so great in getting my stretches deeper. Thanks again - hope to see you guys soon!" - Deihdra
"Thanks again for a wonderful first class at Garden State Yoga this past Sunday. I was the first one who arrived, a bit nervous that I might pass out in hot yoga! I made it - largely due to your fun, inspiring and supportive teaching style. The Beatles didn't hurt either! What I loved best was that you kept circling the room checking on us vs. taking class yourself, remaining at the front of the room. I've been in situations like that and didn't feel very well taken care of. Because you kept your eye on us, I was much more relaxed and present, not having to worry that if my alignment was off, I wouldn't know it until I'd injured myself! I'll be back, and I'm letting my friends know how great the experience was, too." Marshell
