Leigh has a graceful way of listening and explaining so that everyone participating feels that they get the best of all the information she has to share. The laughter and fun make her classes so great to be a part of. She is an exceptional teacher.
Since practicing with Leigh my yoga practice has taken a transformative shift in movement and alignment. She is a wonderful, thoughtful, engaged and observant teacher. Leigh teaches with passion and possesses a vast knowledge of anatomy, physiology, philosophy, yoga history, and ethics.
One of the beautiful ways Leigh teaches yoga is she is really guiding you how to care for yourself. She wants you to be independent and encourages you to practice on your own, but is always right there to help with any questions, adjustments and recommendations.
It amazes me how she can cue (down to the toes) and improve the energy, grounding and alignment in my practice. Leigh not only knows the asana, but knows how to apply anatomy, alignment, energetics, muscle contractions and mindfulness into the pose. Her classes have a "wholeness" feel, where she intertwines the eight limbs of yoga.
Leigh teaches with a straightforward knowledgeable grace. Her presence and ability to explain each pose, offering visual adjustments as well as physical, really helped me bring my practice into a very connected and internal space. I felt empowered and exhausted after our wonderful yoga weekend.
Yoga has renewed my love for my body. I have taken several of Leigh's classes, and at the end of every session I feel stronger and more confident. I am amazed at what my body can do, and Leigh gently encourages us to believe in our own strength. I look forward to my yoga class all week.
It is clear Leigh has a passion and deep love for learning about keeping the body healthy and thriving for the whole life span, and sharing her knowledge in a relatable way. Something that stood out to me was how humble she was while sharing this life changing way of moving. It was so powerful and present in my body.
We are so fortunate to have a yoga instructor of Leigh's caliber in a town as small as Valdez. I really appreciate her attention to form during class, making sure that the poses do not lead to injury, while still offering opportunities for further challenge and focus. My practice has improved tremendously with her help!
Because she teaches and reinforces the correct posture in each class, over time, you begin to know what to focus on before she even reminds you. Leigh walks around during class and will 'correct' or realign our posture to the correct stance.
Best yoga instructor ever! Love the fine tune verbal cues that assist you in getting the most out of your practice.
Best yoga instructor ever! Love the fine tune verbal cues that assist you in getting the most out of your practice.
