Mandorla Yoga Institute

“Stefani is hands down the best Yoga teacher I have had the pleasure of training with. Her genuine sense of calm and serenity was effortlessly transferred over to me while a student in her class. The result was not only a great physical workout, but a mental experience that left me feeling centered and balanced."

"Taking classes with Stefani helped maintain and ease my joint problems. I've found all of the yoga classes have helped my body's health, balance and strength. I have a lot of lower back problems and Stefani has given me specific strengthening yoga exercises to not only strengthen my back but tighten core muscles. The balancing exercises have helped line up my body and helped my posture and alignment. I'm back riding my bike and golfing!!! Thank you Stefani for helping me enhance my ability to resume paddling, cycling and energizing myself."

"I had actively been seeking yoga instruction that truly suited me for quite some time when I finally met Stefani. Evening classes aren't an easy option for me to arrange, so I spoke to Stefani about having private yoga sessions. I love that I can meet Stefani at a time that's convenient for me, and have a one-hour class that's designed to meet my needs in general, as well as for that particular day. Stefani quickly got to know me - I never have to remind her about any of my previous injuries or bothersome health issues, and it's nice that she also remembers my strengths and preferences. At the start of a class, Stefani asks if there's anything I'd like to work on, then considers my response and takes it from there. I always emerge from a session with Stefani feeling better . . . stronger, lighter, more peaceful, and looking forward to my next yoga session."

"Stefani is a beautiful and talented woman who has helped shape my second pregnancy in a very positive way. During my first pregnancy, I suffered from a lot of lower back pain. I tried massage therapy from three different practitioners, and each time my discomfort was extremely aggravated. So when I first went to see Stefani as a pregnant woman, I was hesitant and a little nervous. I shared my concerns with her, and I felt heard. She took time to discuss with me treatment options, as well as to explain the science behind what was likely causing my pain after a thorough assessment. I was so pleasantly surprised that after the first treatment, I walked away pain free. She even gave me tools and exercises I could do at home to help with my pregnancy. I can’t tell you how grateful I am for her genuine care and support."

"I am so grateful to have experienced Stef’s prenatal yoga classes and nutritional lessons for both my pregnancies. Stef exudes calmness, self-assurance and optimism that is contagious, and every session left me feeling positive and re-energized. Prenatal yoga gave me strength, confidence and a sense of well-being. I utilized the techniques taught in Stef’s lessons - from breathing, visualizing and using the poses, to help with my pregnancy and labours. Stef offered an experience that was so effective, guiding and loving, I truly enjoyed my pregnancy experience. I continue the nutritional advice given during the classes and love the green smoothies Stef introduced me to! I felt prepared - body, mind and soul - for both my natural labours and I have so much gratitude for everything I gained from Stef."

"I am truly fortunate to have been able to attend prenatal yoga classes with Stefani for two of my pregnancies. I am forever grateful for the enlightening experiences which affected my labours and deliveries in such a positive way. Her classes are extremely beneficial for preparing both mind and body for the birthing experience. Her knowledge and understanding of the intricate connections our state of mind and muscles have during labour and delivery enabled me to focus on keeping a positive inner dialogue and on which muscles to contract at certain times, and which ones to relax at others. All her teachings have had such a lasting effect that I will carry them with me during the labour and delivery of my third child.”