What our students say about Willow Tree Yoga

"Bea is a wonderful teacher. She infuses her classes with humor and good spirit. I appreciate that she teaches not only the poses but also the language and philosophy of yoga. She is sensitive to the needs of a diverse class of students. In addition to modifying poses for both beginners and more advanced students, she gently leads all students to push themselves and stretch beyond what they thought they were capable of doing."
-Mary Resanovich, New City, NY

"As a beginner at yoga, I have enjoyed learning something new and appreciate the opportunity to stretch (physically and psychologically). As an older student with a few physical limitations, I am grateful to the attention and knowledge that Bea offers to adapt movements and exercises so that I may reap the benefits of yoga to the best of my ability. The Willow Tree environment is serene and encourages a stress free setting in which each individual receives personal attention."
- Barbara Grosflam, Pomona, NY

"Coming to Willow Tree Yoga has been a wonderful experience. Simply walking into the studio makes you feel relaxed and comfortable. I am a beginner in yoga and find it to be gentle yet a great workout, and there is opportunity for those more advanced to be challenged. Bea is very experienced in yoga and is a warm, patient, helpful teacher. I look forward to each class."
- Jennifer Fishman, Nanuet, NY

"I have taken many yoga classes over the years, and I must say that Willow Tree Yoga is terrific! I feel like a different person when I leave that pretty studio. Bea's classes are much more than just a physical workout.... they really have the effect of "centering" me. I look so forward to this break in my sometimes chaotic life! I highly recommend Willow Tree Yoga to anyone looking to improve the way they feel!"
- Susan Lucido, Nanuet, NY

"Having practiced yoga for fifteen years with a variety of excellent teachers, including living for a year in India following a regular yoga, chanting and meditation practice, I can confidently say that Beatrice has imbibed the deepest principles of yoga practice, and infuses her teaching with it in increasingly effective and penetrating ways. I have seen Beatrice develop as a teacher, beyond instructing her students in the simple postures. Now in her teaching she instills in her students an innate, inner attitude that is at the heart and core of the poses, making her classes refreshing for the mind and soul as much as the body. I look forward to continuing classes with her whenever I am in the area."
- Michael Stanley-Baker, Departments of East Asian Languages and Cultures and Religious Studies,Indiana University

"After a year of going to Willow Tree Yoga, I really look forward to my Wednesday night yoga class. Bea is a great instructor, and makes me feel really relaxed. Bea also makes the class a lot of fun! I feel like I have come a long way in a year, and I feel great after each class. I look forward to another year of classes and learning even more!"
- Jackie Blinn, Bardonia, NY

"I was totally new to yoga when I took my first class at Willow Tree Yoga. Bea made me feel so welcome and comfortable. She makes each student in the class feel at ease with their limits and proud of their accomplishments. The studio is a beautiful and rejuvenating space."
- Heidi Vandiver, New City, NY

"Personally, I am a beginner at Yoga - so I was extremely pleased to find that Bea is a very supportive and helpful teacher. I enjoy the classes immensely and recommend Willow Tree Yoga to friends and family."
- Lindsay White, Bardonia, NY

"Willow Tree Yoga for me is relaxing and fun. I like the class. I like Beatrice as a teacher because she is helpful and cares about the students."
- Heather Banta, Nanuet, NY

"Willow Tree Yoga is truly an enjoyable and relaxing experience. Bea is a terrific teacher who guides us effortlessly through the each pose. Her extensive knowledge of Yoga allows you to appreciate it and experience it truly within yourself. After attending several classes I have accomplished things I never thought I would, like being able to balance in tree pose or learning how to quiet my mind. After a busy week, Willow Tree is like retreat. I look forward to the class and I really love Bea's Chai at the end of the class!"
- Julie Viana, New City, NY