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As a mother of two young children and a full time artistic director of a theatre company who also free lances as a stage director of theatre and opera, my life is hectic. I am also an avid, albeit amateur,athlete - triathlons being my favorite sport. Recently, I'd had some nagging injuries and so began concentrating more on yoga practice as a way to stretch out overworked muscles. Working with Emily in small groups and privates was an amazing journey for me. Not only did my injuries begin to heal, but I also found an appreciation for the more meditative aspects of yoga - chanting and breath work. I tend to spend my life on overdrive but yoga practice with Emily allowed me to find a way to ease the stress and actually take each moment as it comes without trying to overdo everything. I only wished I lived in Brooklyn so I could take class and work with Emily every week.

-Paula

Yoga with Emily Martin is perfect for my active lifestyle as a singer. Some days I want to build energy and flexibility to enhance my workouts, and stage movement, while other days I want to release tension and relax. In each session, Emily caters to my needs by asking my goal for the day, and challenges me to push myself without unreasonable expectation. The fact that she is also a singer makes her especially aware of avoiding neck and back strain, creating a safe, supportive and productive yoga environment. Emily is and will remain on my speed dial!

-Katy

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