Harmony Yoga and Wellness

I have been attending Harmony Yoga Studio for many years and always walk out from a class feeling relaxed and a general sense of well being.  During COVID, Mariko has continued her classes with Zoom; and while I look forward to the time we can return to the studio,  I have to say I find the Zoom classes just as meaningful and beneficial. Mariko continues to watch, calls your attention to a pose not being done correctly (or a way to do it a little better), always with a gentle and calm reassuredness.  Mariko always stresses that yoga is not just about doing a pose and holding it, but rather having your body and mind connect to the pose and having the strength come from within. It's a different way of thinking...yoga being a lifelong practice, not just a class.  Strong, yet at peace, is one of her many teaching tools.  I have been to other yoga studios, but definitely feel that Mariko is a truly unique and special teacher. I could go on, but experiencing Mariko's yoga classes for yourself is even better.

I have tried many different yoga instructors through the years. Mariko is by far the best! She is very conscientious of teaching the poses with appropriate techniques. I have done classes in the studio with her but presently attend through Zoom. Even on zoom she is able to see if i do the pose incorrectly. I have developed strength, balance and serenity thanks to all she has taught me. I am so grateful.  Pat Conklin

I reconnected with Mariko over Zoom during the pandemic.  I was a long time student in her Wantagh studio for many years but moved.  I  was missing her excellent knowledge of Yoga and meditation.  I am so happy to be attending her yoga classes on-line now!  I really enjoy the gentle chair yoga class - but ALL of her classes are excellent.  Mariko has a unique calmness about her and truly cares for each and every one of her students.  Her wisdom and knowledge that she shares in her classes are priceless.  I love her!!!  I'm much calmer now - especially during these trying times we are all in.

After attending a few sessions at various studios, I was looking for a specific type of yoga class. I came across Mariko while trying to address a few medical conditions.  She was an astute listener and customized and altered the yoga poses to my needs, often reminding me that I was not competing with others; that the practice of yoga required patience. After a year of taking yoga classes I recovered. The physicality of the class was just one benefit.  Mariko also instilled a life-changing introspective element to the class that was enlightening and inspiring.  Her calmness and peaceful nature were just one of her many gifts. Her insightful guidance and advice enriched the yoga experience and empowered me to apply what I learned to my daily life. She is a teacher of lovingkindness and always reminds me to "love yourself imperfection and all." Her classes integrate meditation with yoga.  She challenges me every day to become more focused and centered, and reminds me that there is no such thing as failure.  You just have to breathe and begin again.

If you are searching for a life changing experience and want to challenge your body and mind this is the yoga studio for you.

We are doing the class through zoom. Mariko is great   It’s relaxing and great core exercise