Adrienne Belai (RYT 500, IAYT)
Adrienne began her serious practice of yoga to help with the stress and physical pain from long hours hunched over a computer. She quickly felt a freedom both physically and mentally that was transformative and invigorating. After yoga helped revamp her life, Adrienne felt compelled to share the gift of yoga with others. Her instruction concentrates not only on alignment and awareness, but also the therapeutic aspects of yoga, helping calm the mind, revitalize the body, heal physical ailments, and prevent future injuries. She believes that yoga can be beneficial for everybody, regardless of age or fitness level. Adrienne holds an advanced certificate in Yoga Therapy from Loyola Marymount University’s prestigious Yoga Therapy program. She was voted one of L.A.’s 30 Best Yoga Teachers by RateYourBurn.com in 2013.
Testimonials
“The theme of Adrienne’s yoga teaching is transformation. Having been transformed herself by the discovery of yoga, she aims to bestow that same gift upon her students. Adrienne’s style is funny and light; however she has deep knowledge in anatomy and alignment, which is apparent in her teaching. She uses humor to help coax her students into correct alignment, teaching a class that is both enjoyable and educational.” –Review from RateYourBurn.com’s article on L.A.’s 30 Best Yoga Teachers
“Adrienne is an incredible yoga teacher. Her classes are gentle yet deep. She talks you through asanas with care and great details. I had the chance to take a few private sessions with Adrienne and it changed my life. I now can do poses I was never able to do before. More than anything, I always feel totally rejuvenated and more grounded after. I highly recommend treating yourself with some individual sessions. It is worth every massage and nights of sleep in the world!” –Emma S.
“Adrienne is such a wonderfully attentive teacher. She not only offers tons of modifications, but she explains them and their relationship to the foundation of each pose. She takes great care to make sure every student is aware of their own limitations and abilities, and that she can nurture the best practice for everyone, regardless of their skill level. Adrienne challenges, just like any other instructor, but her focus on safety and the power of breath is what really inspires me in class. I have never left one of her classes feeling sore or over extended, but I ALWAYS feel refreshed, grounded, and open. She is and will continue to be one of my very favorite instructors in yoga.” –April L.
“For years, I had been pushing myself in exercise and yoga classes and found that I was developing aches and pains because I was straining. Adrienne not only quickly recognized areas that needed adjustment, she showed me ways to modify my poses and correct my alignment. Thanks to Adrienne, I’m not only free of pain, I have a more enjoyable and effective practice!” –Tom W.
“Adrienne is not only thoroughly knowledgeable about yoga, she is a gem. She has taught my husband and me for almost a year. My husband is 86 and has never been athletic. I am 79 and have always been active. Yet Adrienne can put together a practice that works for both of us. She is patient, positive, and has a great sense of humor. She can manage to get my reluctant spouse to do more than he thinks himself capable of doing. I highly recommend her.” –Ileene B.
“Adrienne was the first teacher who helped me fall in love with the practice of yoga! Her gentle and conscientious approach allows for even the most novice of yogis to feel at ease in their practice. When Adrienne’s lessons end, you can literally feel her knowledge of body and movement imprinted on your relaxed limbs!” –Liz F.
“Adrienne introduced me to Vinyasa yoga. Over the last five months, she’s made me stronger, more flexible, and balanced. I look forward to Adrienne’s sessions every week!” –Greg W.