Melisa-Deane-Client-Testimonials

“Melisa is the perfect combination of encouraging, yet gentle at the same time. She also takes the time to give all of her students adjustments in each pose. The thing I love about Yoga is you have to be truly present and in the moment. When I am in headstand, the world outside of me disappears. For those 12 breaths, my mind and body are at one."
-Sharon Ehasz (yoga student)

"It is because of Melisa that I have developed a love for yoga. As an instructor she pushes you
to your limit while being very hands on and encouraging. You leave class with a real sense
of accomplishment! I also take Pilates Reformer with Melisa and the strength I have gained is amazing to me. One would look long and hard to find an instructor with all the qualities that Melisa exhibits. Her kindness and gentle caring attitude completes her whole package!"
-Robin Sattler (yoga student)

“I love taking Melisa’s classes! Her teaching technique is warm, caring and fun! She gives you support and confidence to try new things each class. I am blown-away by the poses I can get into now. I also enjoy the ”yoga zone” she gets the class into - the focus on your breath and your body. It is the best stress relief of all time!”
-Monique Savits (yoga student)

"I had never done yoga before. Melisa convinced me to come to one of her classes. It was an advanced class at that! I felt a little silly at first being there with experienced yogis, but soon after the class started, I just became aware of my own yoga practice. After only three sessions, I started to see major differences with my body's range of motion. I can't even begin to imagine
what will transpire next!"
-Alyson Blum (yoga student)

"Through pilates with Melisa Deane, I am able to get an excellent work out that does not cause pain to my troublesome joints. After a few short weeks I can notice the difference in my body and my posture. Now, I hate to miss a session and always look forward to my next workout."
-Tracey Haldeman (Pilates student)

"Melisa's knowledge, enthusiasm, infectious smile and kind heart make for a hard and fun workout, whether it's yoga or Pilates. Taking her classes has not only given me added strength and confidence, but has made me strive to become a better teacher myself. I thank her for her energy and spirit that she brings to everything she does."
-Michelle Cagan (yoga & Pilates student)

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“Melisa rocks! She teaches with such passion…
I love her inspiring style, radiant energy, and open heart, which is also why she such a great friend! She puts her all into every class and is an inspiring, gifted teacher. I can’t do half of the amazing Ashtanga poses she demonstrates, but she inspires me to keep on trying! Namaste Melisa!”
-Karen Dubs (yoga student)

Melisa's smile lights up the room and makes
you feel like you are at the right place at the right time. Melisa is excellent whether leading a large or small class. She has helped me with personalized private lessons. I have scoliosis. When she started helping me with my scoliosis had twisted me down from 5' 7" to 5' 3". Part of the shrinking was due to age, I was 59 years old when I started working with her. I am nearly 63 years old now. I am now 5' 5 1/2" with the hope and plan to regain more height. She uses her expertise in personal training, yoga and pilates to help me.
It is never too late to begin a program.
-Dahli Gray (yoga & Pilates student)

"My yoga class with Melisa is one of the highlights of my week. I look forward to the friendly and relaxing atmosphere while I build up my strength and flexibility. Melisa teaches a challenging (yoga/pilates) class but is always suppotive and encouraging. Since I started taking classes with Melisa I've noticed an improvement in my posture, my strength and flexibility, and my overall sense of well-being."
-Marcella Mwaisela (yoga & Pilates student)

"I have never liked to exercise and never looked
forward to the gym until I started Melisa's Pilates
Reformer Class. Even with disability in my back I can now go skiing with my 3 year old and 5 year old and not have any aches or pains. Melisa has the ability to make you laugh and smile even while she challenges/ tortures you with the exercises."
-Adele Brockmeyer (Pilates student)