Real Deal Yoga Teachers at IO
08 Sep 2009 ~ Categories: blog • body • yoga
The IO Yoga Program is an integral element of our holistic offerings at IO, and we are constantly on a quest to hone and refine our roster of teachers and classes to stand out from the 80+ other yoga studios and gyms in San Francisco.
As a longtime yogi myself, my philosophy is that yoga should enhance your life in more than just a physical fitness sense. Or, to put it another way, soothing your nervous system and learning how to breath is just as healthy for your body as building muscle tone and stamina.
We look for “real Mccoy” yoga teachers (mostly of the vinyasa style) who can provide a strong asana flow with substance and rhythm. We look for and find, teachers who really get the soul of using yoga to build a healthier body, mind and spirit.
I like to think it’s because they “get it”. They come from a grounded place with authenticity, personal practice, and spiritual awareness – despite their varying backgrounds and levels of experience – and to me, that je ne sais quoi is crucial in carrying a class and encouraging a transcendent yogic experience.
So to you, my favorite IO yoga teachers (which means all of you, because we wouldn’t have you here if we didn’t love you), a paean of gratitude for your heartfelt service.
See you in class,
Amy
