I have always been interested in taking yoga, but after my first experience at my local health club, I was very disappointed.  My vision loss , I thought, had really made it too difficult for me to participate as I couldn’t see the instructor to maintain the poses correctly. I gave up on yoga until Catherine came to our office and talked about her willingness and desire to work with people with vision loss.  After our first class, I was hooked.  Catherine made us all feel very much at home, describing the poses in a very descriptive manner.   When we do have those communication glitches, Catherine asks us for our help and input, and we always have a giggle  or two coming  up with analogies that signify the pose.   Catherine also works hands-on to put our bodies in the correct stance, which for someone with vision loss, is a terrific help.  After each class I feel so wonderful – energized, relaxed and strong.  Catherine also helps us learn more about the full practice of yoga, the mantras and beliefs that make yoga a complete mind-body experience.  Catherine is a great teacher, very patient and fun!

Kathy Austin - Associate Manager of Rehabilitation Services - Guild for the Blind

“First off, Cat's classes are fun. Second off, she knows that not all bodies are the same. I'm reasonably fit and bendy, but I had chronic pain issues up to a year ago that kept me in bed and in pain for years of my life. So because of that, I don't trust most classes and I don't trust most teachers. I trust Cat. Also, if you're nervous about trying yoga for the first time, she is the least intimidating teacher I know. She's not a guru. She's a person who knows more about yoga than you do and will help you learn more, too.” April 22, 2009

Top qualities: Great Results , Personable , Creative

Emma Caywood - Roving Drama Teacher and Storyteller