Free Spirit Yoga & Pilates

I sent this to Julia this morning via email and I thought instead of rewriting a review I would share with you all exactly how life changing my experience was this morning at her studio. I will also add that over the years I have been to a few different yoga studios and it never felt quite right. It feels like home walking into Free Spirit Yoga and I hope to continue going "home" for many years to come. 🌷 Hi Julia, I just had to reach out and tell you how amazing my morning was because of you and the kind ladies I had the opportunity to meet this morning. The things you said about not letting illness define you and to hear of your diagnosis and your success really gave me hope. I've been isolated for quite some time and I was really nervous to come and was nervous still as I was leaving. I think I was emotional and not used to the feeling of self love and success. In future I will consciously make an effort to be calm, know my worth and keep a momentum for change rolling. I can't even put together the words of how I'm feeling but please know there's gratitude, excitement and positivity swirling around me at the moment. I also want to thank you again for offering Karma yoga. It gives me and I'm sure others the chance to do yoga and feel purposeful doing jobs to help out.

Yoga’s teachings and Julia's example combine for an elevating experience. As a woman with many goals I am inspired by Julia's work ethic, her sense of wonderment/discovery, and her drive to share so generously with others. I develop my self to be the best me possible; for my self, my partner, my children, and my community. I am happy to receive my Yoga Teacher Training from Free Spirit Yoga & Pilates as Julia is a great example of the person I strive to become. I am continuously blessed by the universe as my village is full of strong and inspiring people. Thank you, Julia and Free Spirit Yoga & Pilates for being part of my village :)

Excellent studio offering a wide selection of classes, including Aerial Yoga, my favourite! And gentlemen, if are looking for a (deep stretching) Yin class this is the place to go to… sometimes there are even more men than women in attendance. Very high standard overall, clean and very well equipped. The atmosphere is friendly and caring, a lovely community vibe and great sense of humour. I have witnessed many times newcomers feeling welcome and comfortable. Julia, the owner, is super knowledgable and very attentive. A truly inspiring teacher! Your health and well being are always priority. All the teachers in the studio have taken part in Julia’s Yoga Teacher Training and they equally pay attention to all the important details.

Julia and her instructors are great! As a male needing some rehab after back issues, I was cautious about joining a typically female dominated environment, where I envisaged everyone being so flexible and looking down on the only guy who couldn't do anything. Well, Free spirit is nothing like that. Everyone is so nice and helpful and there are all levels of ability practising. The atmosphere is one of friendliness and a true desire to help. I have felt so much better physically since attending and there are plenty of other males there too. A great studio and Julia is a wealth of knowledge.

I was introduced to Julia by my daughter about 4 years ago. I was recovering from surgery and knew without a shadow of a doubt when I walked through her door that this is where I needed to be. I am so grateful to have found Julia as her classes have helped me physically, mentally and spiritually . She is the best yoga teacher I have ever been to and I am so blessed to have found her and the many wonderful people I have met there. She even had a Friday night Couples yoga that my husband and I took which we thoroughly enjoyed! Thank you Julia for your knowledge, humor, compassion and loving kindness you give to us all and the BEST YOGA CLASSES EVER!