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| "Susana, you inspire me. Just watching you on video I found my focus moving to my breath and felt a smile forming on my lips. You are genuinely beautiful through and through in everything you do. Your warmth and openess emanates and touches the hearts of those you're near. Like you, Yoga has transformed my life and I feel so fortunate to continue my practice with you as my guide. Thanks for your dedication and commitment to yoga practice. P.S. I love your singing and am looking forward to my angel mug!" ~Erin Lockwood, Student |
| "Life as I knew it changed when
I became a mother. For as many times as I heard that my priorities
would change and to revel in “me time”, I never thought that pertained
to me. Now with a one-year-old son and husband to take care of, “me
time” has fallen into a distant, if non-existent third place. This is
why I am so thankful to have Susana teaching Yoga and Pilates at
California State University at Monterey Bay. I have been practicing
Yoga with Susana for eight months and have seen a great improvement in
my physical being. However, more importantly, she has helped me to take
care of my mental and spiritual beings. When I practice Yoga, it is my one hour to reflect and focus on me. It is my chance to take a deep breath and let go all the tensions of the day. I can be selfish for one hour and when it is over, I am refreshed, rejuvenated, and happy. This enables me to be a better mom, wife, and friend. I recommend Susana to all my friends because everyone should feel as great as I do after a class with Susana. She has truly changed my life, she is a breath of fresh air, and when I move in a couple of months, I will use her as my standard for Yoga instructors." -Janel Rambo, Student |
| "Some of the best teachers in
life open new doorways for us because they are able to express their
passion and joy for the art they teach to each of their students.
Susana is such a teacher and it is a pleasure and a joy to share her
journey in her Yoga classes." -Sonya Haramis, Student |
| "Susana's yoga classes
have helped to improve my
posture, my Aikido (a Japanese Martial Art) and my performance on Navy
Physical Fitness Tests. Her emphasis on maintaining the body in
proper alignment and keeping the back elongated has helped me with knee
and ankle pain. Susana is a caring and wonderful teacher and
friend." -Keith Everett, Student |
| "Susana is the
finest yoga instructor on the planet. Taking yoga with Susana opened a new window of life for me. For the past year, I have actually looked forward to Mondays because it was yoga day. Susana inspires and reassures with her calm and peaceful method of teaching." -Diane Glim, Student |
"I have been attending Susana's yoga class faithfully for almost a year now. Her class provides me with a |
| "Thank heavens for YOGA! The
pain in my back and shoulders was severe
before I started Susana's yoga classes. Now my health has improved
immensely... not only do I feel healthier and more limber but I have
discovered a sense of calm which I attribute to participating in
Susana's classes... my life has turned around... thank you Suzy..." -Patti Christy, Student |
| "Susana is a gentle soul and
enthusiastic teacher. I learned a lot from her in the few classes
I was able to attend, and wish to return soon. I studied Yoga in
India and Berkeley many years ago, and have not been inspired by any
teachers in a long
while. Susana brings the personal touch and intimacy back to the
practice. Even
in a class I felt as if I was getting one on one." -Linda Grace Lundy, Student |
| "I have taken many yoga classes
over the years and I have to say that I was incredibly delighted to
find Susana! She is so knowledgeable and is always willing to
help her students continually improve at their own individual
pace. She has truly found her passion and true talent and shares
it with those of us who are fortunate enough to have found her.
Susana's energy is contagious and it is guaranteed that you will leave
her with a smile on your face!" -Robyn Justo, Student |
| "I am a 38 year old mother of
two beautiful girls. I am currently going through a major and difficult
transition in my life. I have always wanted to do yoga on a regular
basis but have never moved beyond doing simple basic poses alone in my
home. I saw Susana’s advertisement to try a free class in the Monterey
County Weekly and decided to stop waiting and try her class. I have taken four of her classes and I am hooked! I can honestly say the classes have helped me during this journey in more ways than I imagined. Susana is an expert in her field and is kind and caring… I look forward to continuing my weekly classes and reaping the many benefits. Susana has also empowered me and I do some poses each day at home- it’s amazing the calm yoga brings to my life." -Ginger Gray, Student |
| "Susana's warm spirit and
generous nature are evident through her yoga
teaching and support. Acceptance and encouragement are gifts I
receive
from Susana in my yoga practice, extending out to the many life changes
I am experiencing... far reaching benefits... I am grateful." -Teresa Jones, Student |
| “The hour that I spent with
Susana in our private lesson was wonderful! I learned new things
and felt different
ways of doing things that I had been doing in yoga. Her insight,
understanding, and patience pervaded the time we spent together. Thank
you!” -Melissa Warren, Student |
| "Susana's yoga class helped
relieve my shoulder and neck problems since having a car accident. Her
yoga is gentle and also spiritual. It raised my energy level. It's a
wonderful class." -Etsuko Lippi, Student |
| "I was in constant search of a
yoga class that fit my needs, and I found that connection when I experienced Susana's yoga class. She provides the space to focus on one's own breath so that the yoga postures unfold so easily. Her descriptions are lyrical, yet grounded and magically connected. Susana is a treasure of a yoga teacher; fully committed to her work and knowledgeable about every posture and mudra. I feel so uplifted and in my purpose after I leave her class. Susana is my favorite yoga teacher and I am so happy I found her! She is the only yoga teacher who speaks poetry." -Jane Morba, Student |
| If you seek a deeper meditation
and deeper peace, I recommend Susana. She is a very clear
communicator centered on physical asanas; compassionate towards all
levels of students and gives loving guidance to each spirit through her
true love and respect for yoga. Susana is genuine, and I am grateful to
know her. –Marilyn Pope, Student |
| "Susana is the best. She guides
you through yoga moves that are gentle and effective for your everyday
life. You feel calm and relaxed afterward. I look forward to my yoga
sessions each week." -Corine, Student |
| "Susana is a wonderful teacher
with whom even the most clumsy, non-stretchy beginner can feel safe and
comfortable with. I've taken several classes with Susana, and I always
felt that I never have to worry about falling or doing something in a
wrong way where I may injure myself. She always seems to be there
catching you before you fall, so to speak. She also continually reminds
us that yoga should not hurt, and to be gentle with ourselves, while
still being very encouraging. I would recommend her for your first
class or your thousandth! I know that I never want any other yoga
teacher." -Varsha Foreman, Student |
| The
Curiously Effective Yoga of Susana McGuire "I came to Susana's Yoga because I liked the relish and lightness she brought to the Pilates classes she was teaching as a substitute. I felt there was more to be learned from her and started attending her yoga classes. She makes yoga seem easy, is very accepting, and says that yoga should be pleasurable. Happily, I've discovered her yoga is also deceptively powerful in terms of healing, balancing, and letting go of unnecessary tensions. It's a really good thing to do regularly!" -Anne Reichardt, Student |
| "I really enjoy Susana's Yoga
and Pilates classes! Her teaching style is fun, encouraging, and she is
always full of positive energy. I have learned so much from her in just
one year. She has helped me build my strength, flexibility, and self
awareness. Since I'm a teacher, I need a way to relax and release
stress, and that is why I look forward to Susana's classes so much!" -Jenny Skye, Student |
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"I just wanted to drop a note to let you know my appreciation for a wonderful yoga instructor, Susana McGuire, who has made me a fully devoted yogini.
Susana's positive, spiritual and smiling face always lights
up my
day. Plus the Yoga has strengthened and helped many aching parts of
my body, as well as given me confidence to be in positions I never
thought possible.
Thank you for having Susana at Energia!"
Sincerely,
Kat"
-Kathleen Keenan, Student |
Susana
McGuire Certified Yoga Instructor
831.239.2594, PO box 2273, Monterey, California 93942
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