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I insists on being in "chin face mode" before moving on. Take ourselves lightly and laugh at ourselves, celebrate our quirks and eccentricities and don't get stuck in negative thoughts - all issues can be discuss and resolved in a mutually respectful manner and without fear if we can discuss them with chin faces.
"As a Yoga Instructor, my job is to bring out the BEST in my students, to help them develop to their full potential." Elena Elena Case is a Certified Ashtanga and a Certified Kripalu Yoga Instructor who has studied yoga since 1988. Elena also holds and Advanced Yoga Teacher Certification in Pregnancy Yoga. Elena’s additional certifications include Ashtanga Primary and Intermediate Series, Children’s Yoga, Raja Ashtanga Yoga, Neo Tantra and Spiritual Counseling. There are additional certifications and degrees but Elena draws primarily from Ashtanga, Bikram, Kripalu Yoga Traditions. She has studied Viniyoga and Iyengar Yoga, as well as Ayurveda. She is a Reverend (Minister) and follows the principles that one's spiritual practice is individual. has a BA and MS and has traveled extensively. She draws from her experience in each style and feels that each path has its own unique gifts to offer. She has a strong knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology. Elena provides you with a thorough physical workout to strengthen your body, while maintaining the deeply spiritual aspects of yoga, following the key principles of the yogic path. Elena’s teaches mixed levels (beginner through advanced), where students are encouraged to work at their own pace. Elena is a Member of KYTA (Kripalu Yoga Teacher's Association), NYA (National Yoga Alliance), and was Co-President of the Massachusetts Yoga Network, where she did Seva (selfless service) to support the yoga community. Elena is an extremely popular instructor at health clubs and yoga studios in the area, and has appeared on television numerous times to discuss yoga. Elena had to restrict her travels and television appearances due to personal responsibilities for a time. She has now regrouped her energies and shall continue on the path of sharing the healing gifts of yoga through travels and television appearances
Teaches: Yoga for Beginners – a clear, safe setting in which to learn how to use yoga for your own greatest health. Non-judgmental, comfortable, and accepting atmosphere. Ashtanga Vinyasa Varying Levels: Introduction to Ashtanga (for beginners who prefer a dynamic style), Ashtanga Primary Series (the original power yoga), Intermediate Series (for advanced students) Power Yoga – a heated blend of Vinyasa, Ashtanga and Bikram Yoga Kripalu Yoga for Beginner through Advanced levels, Kripalu Stage 2 Yoga (stage 3 for those who experience Meditation in Motion). Excellent for beginners to yoga Specialty Styles: Yoga for Menopause, Children’s Yoga, Partner Yoga, Pregnancy (pre-natal) Yoga, Baby and Me Yoga, Yoga for Anixiety/Addiction/Depression. Mindfulness: 30 minute Meditation classes using Tonglen, Vipassana and Metta Meditation Philosophy of Yoga: “What’s behind all this?” a 4 week session covering Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras and Modern Applications, the koshas (layers to peel through), basic principles of Buddhism and The 8 Fold Path – step by step to enlightenment. Enlightenment is not just for the rare few – it is for all of us. Buddha means “one who is awake” 4 Week Discussion Groups: For those who would like to gather and discuss the Bhaghavad Ghita, Hatha Yoga Pradipka, and selected Vedas. On request we add a session on Hindu Deities and what they represent. Corporate Classes and Private Sessions available. Elena, an all-around athlete, has been involved in many sports. She is certified to teach Kickboxing, CardioJam Group Fitness, Aerobics, Sculpting and has participated in running, biking, skiing, swimming, rafting, martial arts, soccer and hiking. She is former Captain of Women’s Soccer and of Women’s Track&Field, and went to State Championships for each (winning in Soccer). If you have any cross-training questions, or questions about including yoga to balance your workout with other forms of physical exercise, please feel free to contact Elena. NOSPAMelenayoga@mac.com (remove the words NO SPAM from the email address please!)
"Elena is a MASTER instructor" - Janice in Elena’s Kripalu Yoga Class “I feel energized and renewed after class with Elena!”- Mike in Elena’s Power Yoga ClassElena lives in Acton, MA MAIN THANKS: Elena thanks her teacher, Rochelle Chambless, for love and encouragement, and for looking at Elena and saying " you are definitely going to become a yoga teacher" before the thought had ever occurred to Elena. Rochelle has many incredible gifts to offer her students, and always provided a supportive space where we could laugh and try again! Rochelle is also still Elena's dear friend and spiritual guide, in many areas of her life. Thank you Rochelle! ADDITIONAL THANKS: Elena also thanks the instructors that have offered their unique insights and gifts in different programs - Lilias Folan (for teaching me to "take joy in the journey"), Erich Schiffmann (I have so much to thank Erich for - patience, boundless love, incredible knowledge and skill, connection), Brian Kest - for the courage to get creative with the Ashtanga Yoga Vinyasa while preserving its heart and core gifts, and most recently, David Swenson, for his lively humor, insightful assists in Asanas, and humble good heart (being able to say "I don't know - what do YOU think?") Other friends in the yoga community who have influenced Elena - Sharon Gannon and David Life of Jivamukti, for their creativity and heart, Beryl Bender Birch for her incredible insight into the full 8 limbs of yoga and how they integrate into our practice, John Featherstone for his deep insight into the Sutras. John Featherstone is one of the premier scholars of yogic philosophy, and his guidance and friendship are greatly valued! Kaviraj (Stephen Cope) for his understanding of the psychology of yoga. Kali Ray for her grace, beauty, and unique way of grasping ancient concepts and making them her own. Rodney Yee and John Friend for illuminating techniques. Jim Paisner, "a deep, true yogi, who has been my student, my friend, and my peer, I value him more each day - a grounded yogi who practices in his life FULLY everything he teaches." "All these wonderful teachers and friends have influenced my life and my teaching. Thank you ALL!" (Elena) "I will be a student of yoga my whole life."Elena 
Here is Maharishi Boots (pictured above) who is wise and knows how to stay in the present moment. she is a spiritual guide to those who understand her teachings.
One of Elena's favorite teachers (David Swenson) above on left, with two yogis - the Shakipurs (children of Elena's students and friends). One of them is practicing a very advanced pranayama technique!
Contact Us: NOSPAMelenayoga@mac.com (remove the words NO SPAM from the email address please!)
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