“We have an ethical obligation to our residents to provide high quality and safe recreation programs. ‘Kathleen’s Yoga in a Chair’ has demonstrated these high standards in the delivery of the chair yoga program in meeting the varying skill and ability levels of our residents.”

Anita Angelozzi,,
Manager of Recreation and Volunteer Services
Dawson Heights Housing

“Kathleen and her wonderful yoga-in-a chair class! How I wish I had discovered the benefits of this class years before I did! Kathleen is upbeat, a leader, she gives the class confidence, and for me re-stability! I feel “grounded” and so relaxed after her classes. I am a long time participant and wouldn’t miss a class. We all love her.”

Patricia Harvey-Watson

“Kathleen is a kind and caring person,all of her clients are seniors,some are not physically able and Kathleen has made extra effort to help them get more out of the classes.”

Bonnie Donaldson

“Kathleen’s yoga classes are a pleasure to attend. Apart from the physical benefits we (class) share friendships & support when someone needs it. I believe “Kathleen’s Yoga in a Chair”gives much to the community in that we pass on our good feelings from attending.”

Judy Maliff

“Kathleen creates a comfortable and relaxing environment for all participants, encouraging us to do what we can within our abilities.”

Etta Boyd

“Kathleen’s class gives better appreciation of one’s self. ‘Kathleen’s Yoga in a Chair’ gives students so much extra energy.”

Fran Waldorf

“Kathy is an experienced professional yoga instructor. She is a very personable compassionate person who enjoys making her students comfortable and at ease during sessions.”

Muriel Crummey

“Kathleen is an excellent teacher. Her leadership is professional and efficient. She is observant of each person’s needs. Her warm personality creates a warm and friendly atmosphere.”

Sybil Ahearne

“Class is open to all regardless of fitness. Kathy greets everyone by name. Program is well planned and changes to keep it interesting. Kathy is very attentive to needs of the participants.”

M.A. Stoddart

“Kathleen has been teaching seniors at the Victorian @ McKenzie for several years.  She has a loyal following who look forward to her classes, not just for the exercise but for Kathleen’s smiles and humor, her genuine interest in each and every one of her class participants.  She is a skilled instructor and a reliable, consummate professional who I can recommend without hesitation.  I have been an exercise instructor, trainer and recreation administrator for almost 30 years.  Kathleen is one of the best instructors that I have worked with in that period.”

Ron Cain
Enrichment Co-ordinator
Victorian at McKenzie

“Kathy’s Yoga class is very popular and well attended.  She is exceptional with the residents, teaches a wonderful class for all skill levels and really goes that extra mile to ensure happiness and health for our seniors.  She comes with a big smile and has really taken the time to get to know each participant – we are very lucky to have her!”

Kelsey King
Ross Place Retirement Residence

“Kathy has been leading chair yoga for our residents for a couple of years now. The residents who participate not only enjoy Kathy’s classes, but also experience health and social benefits!”

Jessica
Legion Manor Recreation

“My mom has a arthritis in the spine and I have watched with much sadness over the years her decline in her ability to move.  I purchased Kathy’s Yoga in a Chair DVD for mom a few months ago hoping that I could get mom active in a chair at least.  My mom is 84 years and to watch her try the movements without ever having done yoga touched my heart and soul.  At the end of watching the DVD, I asked her what she thought.  She said “I like Kathy – she has nice energy”.  Pretty simple words however I know she will continue to watch yoga in chair trying the different moves if she likes Kathy and that was my aim.”

Priscilla Tumbach

May 16, 2012

Kathleen has been teaching Yoga in Chair at the SHOAL Activity Centre for over two years and her classes are so popular, we run them back-to-back every 8 weeks almost all year long. It’s an ideal exercise for Active Aging, weather you are 40 or 80, since the emphasis is on strengthening the inner core while seated in a chair, using breathwork and gentle movements that help to calm and reenergize. The health benefits are what bring people back time after time. The most common descriptions I hear are “I love that class” and “Kathleen is an excellent teacher – she really knows what she’s doing.”

Anna Hudson
Activity and Rental Coordinator
SHOAL Activity Centre
10030 Resthaven Drive
Sidney

“Kathleen’s class creates a space for students to acknowledge how they are feeling and to focus on their health in a very supportive and empowering environment.
Kathleen’s instruction is clear, easy to follow and informative, teaching her students exactly what effect the yoga moves are having in their bodies and which area’s of well-being are being targeted with each move.
The atmosphere is welcoming and accepting and open to both students with limited physical ability and those who are more physically independent.
Each student is encouraged to participate at the level they choose, and all are acknowledged for their good work in simply being present and choosing to engage at a level of their choice. Kathleen’s ability to have each of her students feel completely appreciated, acknowledged, empowered and relaxed is part of what keeps her students coming back for more.”

Kristy Brugman
Recreation Coordinator, Beacon Hill Villa