Comments for Perfect Circle Yoga & Fitness http://perfectcircleyoga.com Take Responsibility for your Health Tue, 14 Feb 2012 20:44:06 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1.2 Comment on Chris Rose by perfectcircleyoga http://perfectcircleyoga.com/aboutus#comment-2980 perfectcircleyoga Tue, 14 Feb 2012 20:44:06 +0000 http://perfectcircleyoga.com/?page_id=2#comment-2980 We are typically a lot more laid back at this studio. A teacher might mention it for your own good but I highly doubt they would yell or be mean about it, especially me. If you're just visiting it should be fine, but if you were a regular then unfortunately too many others, especially new people will follow and then it's hard to break bad habits. I hope to see you in class. Feel free to call if you need anything. Thanks, Chris Rose 727-504-2327 We are typically a lot more laid back at this studio. A teacher might mention it for your own good but I highly doubt they would yell or be mean about it, especially me. If you’re just visiting it should be fine, but if you were a regular then unfortunately too many others, especially new people will follow and then it’s hard to break bad habits. I hope to see you in class. Feel free to call if you need anything.

Thanks,
Chris Rose
727-504-2327

]]> Comment on Chris Rose by Paula Goetzinger http://perfectcircleyoga.com/aboutus#comment-2972 Paula Goetzinger Sun, 12 Feb 2012 22:14:39 +0000 http://perfectcircleyoga.com/?page_id=2#comment-2972 I will be in the area soon and would like to take a class. I've been doing hot yoga for 7 years and have found some Bikram studios to be a little militant. If I were at one of your classes, would I be confronted if I need to use a washcloth to wipe the sweat out of my eyes or use a washcloth to help with my grip on certain postures? I will be in the area soon and would like to take a class. I’ve been doing hot yoga for 7 years and have found some Bikram studios to be a little militant. If I were at one of your classes, would I be confronted if I need to use a washcloth to wipe the sweat out of my eyes or use a washcloth to help with my grip on certain postures?

]]> Comment on Chris Rose by perfectcircleyoga http://perfectcircleyoga.com/aboutus#comment-2861 perfectcircleyoga Fri, 03 Feb 2012 03:05:00 +0000 http://perfectcircleyoga.com/?page_id=2#comment-2861 Yes there is a Sunday class at 4:15pm. You can also check out my schedule on this website. Thanks, have a great class! Yes there is a Sunday class at 4:15pm. You can also check out my schedule on this website.

Thanks, have a great class!

]]> Comment on Chris Rose by Marie Brown http://perfectcircleyoga.com/aboutus#comment-2799 Marie Brown Sun, 29 Jan 2012 01:13:22 +0000 http://perfectcircleyoga.com/?page_id=2#comment-2799 I am interested in attending a Bikram Hot Yoga class, is there a class on Sunday? I have done reseach to find a studio that teaches Bikram because I know there is a different in other Hot Yoga classes. I live in North Pinellas Palm Harbor area. I will get directions on mapquest, please let me know about Sunday class. Thank You, Marie Brown I am interested in attending a Bikram Hot Yoga class, is there a class on Sunday? I have done reseach
to find a studio that teaches Bikram because I know there is a different in other Hot Yoga classes. I live in North Pinellas Palm Harbor area. I will get directions on mapquest, please let me know about Sunday class.

Thank You,
Marie Brown

]]> Comment on Chris Rose by perfectcircleyoga http://perfectcircleyoga.com/aboutus#comment-2439 perfectcircleyoga Mon, 02 Jan 2012 00:32:17 +0000 http://perfectcircleyoga.com/?page_id=2#comment-2439 Thank you so much Mary! You are an inspiration to others! : ) Chris Thank you so much Mary! You are an inspiration to others! : ) Chris

]]> Comment on Chris Rose by Mary Wesley Garner http://perfectcircleyoga.com/aboutus#comment-2434 Mary Wesley Garner Sat, 31 Dec 2011 21:19:38 +0000 http://perfectcircleyoga.com/?page_id=2#comment-2434 Just wanted to wish you and yours the very best for the coming year. And to thank you for all of your help and guidance. I have and am very lucky to learn from you guys. You and Kim have been so helpful. And I thank you. Maybe one day a bunch of us can get together for a cookout near the gulf. The sun is pretty today. Glad I pushed through both classes. Mary Wesley : ) Just wanted to wish you and yours the very best for the coming year. And to thank you for all of your help and guidance. I have and am very lucky to learn from you guys. You and Kim have been so helpful. And I thank you. Maybe one day a bunch of us can get together for a cookout near the gulf. The sun is pretty today. Glad I pushed through both classes.
Mary Wesley : )

]]> Comment on Testimonials by Connie http://perfectcircleyoga.com/testimonials#comment-663 Connie Tue, 27 Sep 2011 22:20:28 +0000 http://perfectcircleyoga.com/http://mybrandingsystem.me/perfectcircleyoga#comment-663 I, too, just started with Bikram (Hot) Yoga at Perfect Circle Yoga. As a 55-year-old woman who does cardio 3x a week, I explained that I suffer from lower back issues and I also have a metal pin in my right foot, which makes some postures a bit uncomfortable--but not impossible. Both Chris and Kim urged me to go only to the limit that worked for me. I listen to my body and do not feel the need to be perfect. But I do challenge myself and feel "cleansed" after each class. I have found the instructors to be nurturing and very encouraging. When they see that I am trying my best to get the most out of a posture, they compliment me--and that is a great reward! After only four classes, I can see and feel improvement. The first class was intimidating. There are other, much more able students, and the temperature took some getting used to. But the students are welcoming and friendly, and after my fourth class, which was today, I am looking forward to continuing! I have had a few aches and pains, which comes with all forms of exercise and stretching. Overall, I feel wonderful! I agree with Chris. Bikram Yoga is not easy. I know the limitations of my body and push myself a little more each time . . . and, yes, I have skipped postures and simply rested on my mat. I want to be the best me that I can be. Thank you, Chris and Kim for being so encouraging and talented at what you do. I am on my way to feeling great, being at peace with myself, and ready to face each new day--refreshed and renewed! Thank you! I, too, just started with Bikram (Hot) Yoga at Perfect Circle Yoga. As a 55-year-old woman who does cardio 3x a week, I explained that I suffer from lower back issues and I also have a metal pin in my right foot, which makes some postures a bit uncomfortable–but not impossible. Both Chris and Kim urged me to go only to the limit that worked for me. I listen to my body and do not feel the need to be perfect. But I do challenge myself and feel “cleansed” after each class. I have found the instructors to be nurturing and very encouraging. When they see that I am trying my best to get the most out of a posture, they compliment me–and that is a great reward! After only four classes, I can see and feel improvement. The first class was intimidating. There are other, much more able students, and the temperature took some getting used to. But the students are welcoming and friendly, and after my fourth class, which was today, I am looking forward to continuing! I have had a few aches and pains, which comes with all forms of exercise and stretching. Overall, I feel wonderful! I agree with Chris. Bikram Yoga is not easy. I know the limitations of my body and push myself a little more each time . . . and, yes, I have skipped postures and simply rested on my mat. I want to be the best me that I can be. Thank you, Chris and Kim for being so encouraging and talented at what you do. I am on my way to feeling great, being at peace with myself, and ready to face each new day–refreshed and renewed! Thank you!

]]> Comment on Testimonials by perfectcircleyoga http://perfectcircleyoga.com/testimonials#comment-612 perfectcircleyoga Wed, 21 Sep 2011 15:36:26 +0000 http://perfectcircleyoga.com/http://mybrandingsystem.me/perfectcircleyoga#comment-612 Hey Suz, I am sympathetic to your feelings, however I have to agree with Kim here. Bikram Yoga is absolutely the best type of yoga for beginners ESPECIALLY one with back issues. I've been doing it and teaching it for almost 10 years now and before that worked in western physical therapy for 3 years. I have seen amazing results to say the least. Kim is most definitely a great example of what this yoga can do for you, she has suffered from some major injuries the arm probably being the least of them and this yoga has changed her life. She is also right about performing the poses with near perfection. That doesn't mean you have to go as far as an advanced student, you just have to go as far as YOU can the RIGHT way. Thus, there are not any modifications in Bikram Yoga. The precise instruction you receive in Bikram Yoga guides you as far as you can go in the RIGHT way. Everyone starts from the beginning of the pose and goes as far into the pose they can the right way with honest effort and your body will receive 100% benefit from the pose. Absolutely everyone can benefit from this yoga no matter their situation. I know that's a very bold statement, but I have seen it over and over again. The best thing you can do for your back is to practice 4 to 5 times a week for the first 2 months (at least 3 times a week), I know because of responsibilities that can be very hard to do but pain can be a huge motivator. If you do you will realize why a regular practice and the teacher's instruction is so important. You will practice the same postures so you WILL improve and you will get to know precisely the ONLY way to do these postures. Unfortunately their is no time to ask questions during class, but ANY Bikram Yoga teacher will be more than happy to answer any questions anytime before and after class. You can also see a lot more testamonials and benefits in Bikram's book and on the internet. Believe me I know it's not easy, but the benefits will pay you 10 fold. I used to work 12 hour shifts too and when I started doing Bikram Yoga regularly at the end of the day I was in a great mood and my knees, back and feet felt great! Feel free to call me if you have any questions. Best wishes! Chris Rose 727-50-2327 <code> Hey Suz,

I am sympathetic to your feelings, however I have to agree with Kim here. Bikram Yoga is absolutely the best type of yoga for beginners ESPECIALLY one with back issues. I’ve been doing it and teaching it for almost 10 years now and before that worked in western physical therapy for 3 years. I have seen amazing results to say the least. Kim is most definitely a great example of what this yoga can do for you, she has suffered from some major injuries the arm probably being the least of them and this yoga has changed her life.

She is also right about performing the poses with near perfection. That doesn’t mean you have to go as far as an advanced student, you just have to go as far as YOU can the RIGHT way. Thus, there are not any modifications in Bikram Yoga. The precise instruction you receive in Bikram Yoga guides you as far as you can go in the RIGHT way. Everyone starts from the beginning of the pose and goes as far into the pose they can the right way with honest effort and your body will receive 100% benefit from the pose. Absolutely everyone can benefit from this yoga no matter their situation. I know that’s a very bold statement, but I have seen it over and over again. The best thing you can do for your back is to practice 4 to 5 times a week for the first 2 months (at least 3 times a week), I know because of responsibilities that can be very hard to do but pain can be a huge motivator. If you do you will realize why a regular practice and the teacher’s instruction is so important. You will practice the same postures so you WILL improve and you will get to know precisely the ONLY way to do these postures. Unfortunately their is no time to ask questions during class, but ANY Bikram Yoga teacher will be more than happy to answer any questions anytime before and after class. You can also see a lot more testamonials and benefits in Bikram’s book and on the internet.

Believe me I know it’s not easy, but the benefits will pay you 10 fold. I used to work 12 hour shifts too and when I started doing Bikram Yoga regularly at the end of the day I was in a great mood and my knees, back and feet felt great!

Feel free to call me if you have any questions. Best wishes! Chris Rose 727-50-2327

]]> Comment on Testimonials by Suz http://perfectcircleyoga.com/testimonials#comment-539 Suz Fri, 09 Sep 2011 22:41:49 +0000 http://perfectcircleyoga.com/http://mybrandingsystem.me/perfectcircleyoga#comment-539 I just attended my first Bikram yoga class at Perfect Circle Yoga, St. Pete Beach. To say I am highly dissapointed is an understatement. Upon signing up, I mentioned to the instructor my enthusiasm at trying this type of yoga, especially since I have back issues; in fact, I told her (Kimberely) that I "just had an xray yesterday, and was pleased that the physician said there is no bone damage, and that I may resume exercising". Instead of cautioning me that Bikram yoga MAY NOT BE THE BEST TYPE OF YOGA FOR A BEGINNER, ESPECIALLY ONE WITH BACK ISSUES, she encouraged me stating a personal example of an arm injury and how Bikram has nearly cured her issues. During class, the emphasis was on completing each pose "specifically' (near perfection) with absolutely NO MODIFICATION being offered for beginners, or the injured, at any time. This was truly my biggest criticism. IF this is what bikram implies, I truly feel that Kimberly, and your website should state this, and not encourage beginners to try to obtain impossible poses, which can further injure them. Instead, nearly every testimonial on your site is someone stating how, in spite of herniated discs, injured knees, etc. they have benefited. INstead, for me, I must now get my back to STOP spasming before I return to work at 6 am tomorrow, to work a 12 hour shift!!! Very disappointed, Suz I just attended my first Bikram yoga class at Perfect Circle Yoga, St. Pete Beach. To say I am highly dissapointed is an understatement. Upon signing up, I mentioned to the instructor my enthusiasm at trying this type of yoga, especially since I have back issues; in fact, I told her (Kimberely) that I “just had an xray yesterday, and was pleased that the physician said there is no bone damage, and that I may resume exercising”. Instead of cautioning me that Bikram yoga MAY NOT BE THE BEST TYPE OF YOGA FOR A BEGINNER, ESPECIALLY ONE WITH BACK ISSUES, she encouraged me stating a personal example of an arm injury and how Bikram has nearly cured her issues.

During class, the emphasis was on completing each pose “specifically’ (near perfection) with absolutely NO MODIFICATION being offered for beginners, or the injured, at any time. This was truly my biggest criticism. IF this is what bikram implies, I truly feel that Kimberly, and your website should state this, and not encourage beginners to try to obtain impossible poses, which can further injure them. Instead, nearly every testimonial on your site is someone stating how, in spite of herniated discs, injured knees, etc. they have benefited.

INstead, for me, I must now get my back to STOP spasming before I return to work at 6 am tomorrow, to work a 12 hour shift!!!

Very disappointed,
Suz

]]> Comment on This Sunday Guest Bikram Teacher Will Painter and Lifefood Lecture by perfectcircleyoga http://perfectcircleyoga.com/this-sunday-guest-bikram-teacher-will-painter-and-lifefood-lecture-P395#comment-520 perfectcircleyoga Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:47:52 +0000 http://perfectcircleyoga.com/?p=395#comment-520 Great Bikram class and great lecture! Thanks Will!!! Great Bikram class and great lecture! Thanks Will!!!

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