Testimonials From Students
"Deeann is the best yoga teacher I have ever had. My strength, flexibility and balance have improved greatly. And the brain games are challenging and therefore beneficial.
And all that in the safety and convenience of my own home without having to go on the floor!"
Brigitte B, Richmond, Ca 2022
“I have participated in Deeann Kelly’s Chair Yoga classes for several years now. At first I thought it would be too easy for me to get much benefit. As I have learned, it is up to me how challenging it is by what I put into it. Her instruction is top notch and very professional while being warm and personable. I would recommend this class to any of my patients.”
Dr. Caren Cole, D.C. Marin County, CA 2022
"We have had Deeann as our yoga Instructor for about five years. She invests herself in her teachings so it is never by rote. The whole class benefits from her chair yoga sessions as she is careful not to over stress our joints and our somewhat limited capabilities.
She also takes suggestions from members of the class to work on specific problem areas and inserts special asanas to address the issues.
She has a very loyal contingent that have followed her half way across the country (on Zoom) just to be able to take part in her chair yoga classes. We value her as an instructor and friend."
Robert B. CA 2022
"Deeann Kelly’s unique method of teaching yoga is a wonderful style that is inclusive to many students that have various physical limitations. Due to my arthritis and bad knees, I have been unable to do many stretches while in the standing position, but in the sitting position, I was able to do many stretches of not only the upper body, but also for my legs and core that could be achieved standing up.
Many years ago, when I first started working with Deeann, I could not even lay down on the yoga mat on the floor. After strengthening my core on a yoga mat on my bed, I was finally able to get myself on the mat on the floor and raise myself back up in the standing position. I know that this was all because of Deeann’s expertise and her extensive yoga training, not to mention her being an extremely nice person, with an incredible sense of humor that kept our work always fun and serious enough to keep me going! Her patience is remarkable!!
This is all true for her chair yoga class, which has a great group of followers, no matter what level we each were at in yoga. It was fun hearing about each other’s interesting stories or about our progress or what our requests were. Deeann kept it fun, but always got us back into to the business of doing yoga! Having Zoom become so popular and necessary when the pandemic started, made her class grow into a wonderful group of students that could join her class at any scheduled time from wherever they were. Through word of mouth, many people from all over the country were able to participate. It’s amazing the amount of appreciation Deeann received and deserved. She has helped many students achieve better strength and flexibility, including myself!
I remain close friends with Deeann as she is a very special and completely unselfish person, who has helped me immensely over the span many years. Her sincerely in caring about each and every student and her excellent and positive attitude towards them is extremely helpful and uplifting in so many ways! Not to forget, her winning personality and her great sense of humor!!"
Sandee R. Tiburon, CA 2022
"I wanted to share with you how pleased I am with your yoga program.
Even with the distance experience over zoom ,you seem to keep a watch
over your students and I get feedback in a nice mannerly way how I
might receive more benefit by altering something I would be doing in a
less beneficial way.
Each experience is slightly different and by simple change, a
different joint might be affected in a beneficial way.
In some ways the distance or zoom instruction is better than in person
since you can easily check each participant out selectively without
having to walk around an exercise room in order to observe.
I get feedback every time I attend your zoom.
Yoga is extremely useful for me and the way you teach and perform
there is no guilt or wrongdoing but
a slight change may offer a better healthier stretch than one that we
have felt was adequate.
I no longer hear and feel the grinding in my knees when we do our
slow coming up from a kneeling position."
Lenny H, PhD San Rafael, CA 2022
"I truly look forward to your class and find it has helped me tremendously without putting myself in overly demanding positions. Every position has proved beneficial and I am much improved insofar as my musculoskeletal structure is concerned."
Marissa P, NYC 2022
"Deeann... It is so easy to say what a blessing you were... An excellent yoga instructor for us (seniors) being so encouraging but emphasizing to only do what you can do. What a blessing you would be for anyone lucky enough to be in your class." We miss you... Namaste ~Jeri J.2016
And all that in the safety and convenience of my own home without having to go on the floor!"
Brigitte B, Richmond, Ca 2022
“I have participated in Deeann Kelly’s Chair Yoga classes for several years now. At first I thought it would be too easy for me to get much benefit. As I have learned, it is up to me how challenging it is by what I put into it. Her instruction is top notch and very professional while being warm and personable. I would recommend this class to any of my patients.”
Dr. Caren Cole, D.C. Marin County, CA 2022
"We have had Deeann as our yoga Instructor for about five years. She invests herself in her teachings so it is never by rote. The whole class benefits from her chair yoga sessions as she is careful not to over stress our joints and our somewhat limited capabilities.
She also takes suggestions from members of the class to work on specific problem areas and inserts special asanas to address the issues.
She has a very loyal contingent that have followed her half way across the country (on Zoom) just to be able to take part in her chair yoga classes. We value her as an instructor and friend."
Robert B. CA 2022
"Deeann Kelly’s unique method of teaching yoga is a wonderful style that is inclusive to many students that have various physical limitations. Due to my arthritis and bad knees, I have been unable to do many stretches while in the standing position, but in the sitting position, I was able to do many stretches of not only the upper body, but also for my legs and core that could be achieved standing up.
Many years ago, when I first started working with Deeann, I could not even lay down on the yoga mat on the floor. After strengthening my core on a yoga mat on my bed, I was finally able to get myself on the mat on the floor and raise myself back up in the standing position. I know that this was all because of Deeann’s expertise and her extensive yoga training, not to mention her being an extremely nice person, with an incredible sense of humor that kept our work always fun and serious enough to keep me going! Her patience is remarkable!!
This is all true for her chair yoga class, which has a great group of followers, no matter what level we each were at in yoga. It was fun hearing about each other’s interesting stories or about our progress or what our requests were. Deeann kept it fun, but always got us back into to the business of doing yoga! Having Zoom become so popular and necessary when the pandemic started, made her class grow into a wonderful group of students that could join her class at any scheduled time from wherever they were. Through word of mouth, many people from all over the country were able to participate. It’s amazing the amount of appreciation Deeann received and deserved. She has helped many students achieve better strength and flexibility, including myself!
I remain close friends with Deeann as she is a very special and completely unselfish person, who has helped me immensely over the span many years. Her sincerely in caring about each and every student and her excellent and positive attitude towards them is extremely helpful and uplifting in so many ways! Not to forget, her winning personality and her great sense of humor!!"
Sandee R. Tiburon, CA 2022
"I wanted to share with you how pleased I am with your yoga program.
Even with the distance experience over zoom ,you seem to keep a watch
over your students and I get feedback in a nice mannerly way how I
might receive more benefit by altering something I would be doing in a
less beneficial way.
Each experience is slightly different and by simple change, a
different joint might be affected in a beneficial way.
In some ways the distance or zoom instruction is better than in person
since you can easily check each participant out selectively without
having to walk around an exercise room in order to observe.
I get feedback every time I attend your zoom.
Yoga is extremely useful for me and the way you teach and perform
there is no guilt or wrongdoing but
a slight change may offer a better healthier stretch than one that we
have felt was adequate.
I no longer hear and feel the grinding in my knees when we do our
slow coming up from a kneeling position."
Lenny H, PhD San Rafael, CA 2022
"I truly look forward to your class and find it has helped me tremendously without putting myself in overly demanding positions. Every position has proved beneficial and I am much improved insofar as my musculoskeletal structure is concerned."
Marissa P, NYC 2022
"Deeann... It is so easy to say what a blessing you were... An excellent yoga instructor for us (seniors) being so encouraging but emphasizing to only do what you can do. What a blessing you would be for anyone lucky enough to be in your class." We miss you... Namaste ~Jeri J.2016
"Deeann, you were such an inspiration to me as I tried yoga after being away for many years. Your patience and willingness to help me find my way again means so much to me. Thank you!" ~Betsy T. 2016
"Deeann, I can get out of bed and move so much better than before I started to take your class. I never felt I had to push myself to the point of pain to keep up.
Your class has made a big improvement in my daily life and I was always be grateful that I had a chance to know you with your wit, kindness, and positive outlook on life." ~Becky C. 2016
"Deeann, your yoga class helped me in so many ways. No matter what my daily schedule was, I always walked away from class focused, relaxed, and grateful for the inspiration you gave to us. Your calming voice, gentle nature, and giving spirit is a gift you give to us all. Thank you!" ~Laura S. 2016
Your class has made a big improvement in my daily life and I was always be grateful that I had a chance to know you with your wit, kindness, and positive outlook on life." ~Becky C. 2016
"Deeann, your yoga class helped me in so many ways. No matter what my daily schedule was, I always walked away from class focused, relaxed, and grateful for the inspiration you gave to us. Your calming voice, gentle nature, and giving spirit is a gift you give to us all. Thank you!" ~Laura S. 2016