Canandaigua Yoga Studio

RYT-200 Hour Interdisciplinary Yoga
Certified by Grounded By Yoga
Registered with Yoga Alliance

Yoga is so much more than the asanas (postures), and the ability to touch your toes! As a matter of fact, it has nothing to do with that at all. It is the calming, powerful, beautiful, unique journey of self inquiry; a nurturing journey without any judgements. Can you become stronger, more flexible, have better balance through yoga ? Absolutely!! But more important than that, it can magically aid you on the path of emotional, physical, mental and spiritual growth and healing. It did for me, and it can for you!

My joyful classes are taught with a generous, compassionate heart, as my desire is to share my wisdom of yoga, and my light and positivity with you. I would be honored to be a part of your transformational journey of discovering your True Self.

“See the light in your life. Be the light in someone else’s life”.~
With much gratitude,
Dianne

We are ready and excited to share! 

RYT 200 Grounded By Yoga Interdisciplinary Studies

I'm a philosopher by nature, and in college I examined theories on personal identity. The eastern traditions' logic appealed to me, and right around the same time, I began practicing yoga.

Just one video, a power asana flow. Over, and over, and over again. Sometimes once or twice a week. And at some points, every day. There wasn't much philosophy included in the video, but after completing it, I felt a temporary shift. My mind settled. I wasn't as attached to fear or life's troubles.

I always seemed to lose the rhythm of my breath. And even when I developed my practice such that I burned incense and practiced outside without relying on the video, I felt like I was missing something... 

In the summer of 2015, I'd completed my studies and was searching for purpose. I was ready to meet Sandy Hicks, and she received me with warmth. I attended a class with her, and it was the first time I experienced the true potential of yoga, which translates to “union.” I enrolled in her 200 hour interdisciplinary teacher training.

I never expected to emerge a teacher. I was (and continue) trying to develop my Self. I still very much feel like a student. But Sandy's training illuminated the higher purpose of yoga, all eight limbs of the path. I looked inside myself, understood our interconnectedness, found my breath as well as my voice, and I knew I had to guide others toward this bliss.

I love how yoga can be practiced on and far off the mat, enriching every aspect of living. While no particular lineage captured my heart, I enjoy using props from Iyengar and parts of Ashtanga sequences in my own practice. Together, may we create a practice that is suited to You!

With love and peace ~namaste~

200 RYT Interdisciplinary Yoga 

Certified through Grounded by Yoga

*Trauma Informed Teacher

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“Saraj”

NYI 1000, RCYT, RPYT,E-RYT, RYS
International Association of Yoga Therapists
Interdisciplinary Yoga
Restorative Yoga Certified
Principal Based Partner Yoga Certified
Director of: RYT200, RYT500, PreNatal, Kids and Restorative Yoga Teacher Training, Yin Yoga 

Yoga is far beyond the physical postures on the magazine cover.Sandy's classes are designed to take you to a higher consciousness, intertwining the other limbs of Yoga.

The discovery of Transcendental Meditation at 11 allowed Sandy to reinforce the ability to 'just be' and lead a peaceful, compassionate life.Hitch hiking to Omega Holistic Institute became her summer weekends and retreating at the Feathered Piped Ranch pulled Sandy into close and intimate teachings of Sri T. Krishnamacharya, RamDass, BKS Iyengar, Jack Kornfield, Jon Kabat-Zinn, Tara Brach, and Garmukh Kaur Khalsa. In the late 80's and 90's Sandy continued with extensive studying with Sri Dharma Mittra and Brahman Stapleton.So much soul and health in it all. After all, they all lead to the same place.

My young and old life is mainly the practice and path of Raja and Jnana Yoga.

I hold respect for all lineages - they all have something wonderful to offer.There is a large amount of beauty and wisdom in expanding into so many lineages. It's a 5000 year old toolbox! I enjoy providing yoga to all students of abilities. 

I am grateful to teach what I live, and possess a deep care for my students and offering light on their path. Arrive and land on your mat as an open vessel - give yourself permission to receive.

I enjoy offering a class that comes from my heart. At times there will some challenge,some stillness, some gentleness,some inner soul, some wisdomt. I enjoy sharing yogic philosophy and how it relates to to our journey in life.

Teaching Yoga is not about me; it is about my students! My students all have different needs. Each of them is unique and that is just the way it should be! And....each of my students is MY teacher.

My Gentle Classes are very gentle physically, I instruct according to who attends. Its important to let me know any concerns (ie: Can't be on knees, recent surgeries, chronic aches etc). Slowing down is key to deepening and exploring our inner self, shedding unwanted layers of life and centering through stillness.

 My Level 1-2 Classes offer many variations and lots of exploring. The choice to be challenged or remain where you are comfortable. Extended holds for strength and flexibility advancement.

 My Level 2-3 Classes are rather physically challenging but in a fun way!

 Advanced Yoga is offered by inquiry or invitation. This session meets twice per week with a focus on Dharana and Dhyana with use of the spinal breath, Bandhas, Pranayama. Each session is 75 minutes anchored with Satsang. (once per week in summer months)

As with any class I teach, modifications are always offered.

May you live a peaceful and compassionate life,

~ Sandy

RYT 200 Interdisciplianty Studies

Certified Grounded by Yoga Studios & Yoga Teacher Training Center LLC

200 RYT

After completion of my undergraduate degree, I found myself at a crossroads of uncertainty. The decision to take some time for self-reflection and evaluation lead me to deepen my practice and understanding of yoga – an exercise that historically brought me to a greater evaluation of my true nature and my inner self.  Over time I began to follow master yogi, Sri Yogi Hari, whose life was changed by the introduction to yoga and naturopathic medicine. Through practicing with and learning from Yogi Hari, I was able to earn my 200HR yoga teacher certification and to pursue a more profound meaning of life.  Yogi Hari is of the Swami Sivananda lineage, and developed a practice based on this traditional and holistic approach to yoga.  I hope to share this beautiful practice with others, as I too grow and develop as a student and as a teacher.  Om shanti ~ Elley

RYT 200 Grounded By Yoga Interdisciplinary Studies

 My journey with yoga started through meditation.  A few years ago I became very interested in the connection of the mind, body, and spirit.  I would often go on long walks, or hikes, taking in the beautiful nature as I went, and stopping when I found a nice quiet place to sit.  Closing my eyes, and just feeling and listening to my breath flow in and out of my body, really brought my focus inward, and all distractions, whether they were physically around me, or just in my mind, started to fade away.  There was something so special and truly amazing about being with myself, and not having thoughts and chatter run through my mind – it was stillness.  This type of meditation was something I would do quite often, yet, I had no idea the door that was just opened, was going to lead me on a beautiful path and journey.

Wendy
200 RYT KRIPALU
YIN YOGA Certified

After living in New York City for two and a half decades, I moved to the Finger Lakes region in 2005 where I could be near my mother. In New York, I earned an M. Div from Union Theological Seminary and worked with the chronically

homeless, who were often mentally ill and addicted. I was first introduced to Yoga in 1998 during a period of intense personal transition and the practice has become a central aspect of my life ever since. After a couple of years of regular classes I began to take notice the power of the breath in my life off the mat - especially when confronted with the crisis situations so common in my work. The ability to breathe, observe without judgment, and resist reacting impulsively served me well in volatile environments.

When I relocated upstate I had the opportunity to surrender to my love of Yoga and earned my 200 hour Kripalu certification. With my Kripalu certification and trainings with Sarah Powers in Yin Yoga, my offerings reach deeply into the body, mind and heart.

Om Shanti ~ Wendy

wendy.stoddard@att.net

200RYT INTERDISCIPLINARY YOGA 

My name is Kara. I did my training right here at Grounded by Yoga! I love yoga because it feels like coming home to me. Yoga helps bring me to that place inside myself that allows me to stay in the present moment. I started practicing yoga when I was working overnight’s. A whole new world has been opened up for me, a new perspective on life and how life can be lived, and enjoyed. I love spending time outside, by the ocean, in the mountains, and feeling the sunshine on my face.

200RYT Interdisciplinery Yoga

Certified through Grounded by Yoga

*Trauma Informed

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