Yoga Therapy at the Yurt

I have been an athlete my whole life (basketball, soccer & tennis) which caused parts of my body to be very stiff. I am also a very tall girl & grew up insecure about my height which lead to poor posture and back pain(spending lots of time on the computer doesn't help either).\r \r I've done yoga at 24 hour fitness & the donation yoga classes in Santa Monica my experience at The Yurt was nothing like those classes - it was educational! The other classes are more of a ""work out"" while my class with Michelle was really a class about my body and how to use it in everyday life. She would come around to move my body in the correct position. I also found the breathe work and the ability to reach a state of meditation very helpful for someone like me that is always stressed. I'm hooked after my first class and look forward to continue working on my posture and easing my back pains. Pros: Private class & Amazing Instructor more

As an athlete and personal trainer i have incurred a few traumatic and chronic injuries over the years,especially in my lower back and right shoulder. None of the rehabilitation work has alleviated my stiffness and pain until I started working with Michelle Mazur. The flexibility has returned and the pain has subsided since working with her in the beautiful and peaceful Yurt in Brentwood. At 61 I can continue my daily fitness regimen combined with Michelles yoga therapy to live a healthier life.\r Glen Pros: Small classes and personal therapy more

I have had back pain for the last 15 years and have been to many PTs , chiropractors and fitness trainers.Nothing ever made a difference. Since I started working with Michelle and I have been free of stiffness and pain. She has given me the understanding of how my body works through breath work and very simple yoga postures.Michelle has transformed me both mentally and physically.I look forward to every session being with her in the yurt.It's quite magical. more

Michelle has taught me the value and the necessity of taking care of your body during any Yoga class. It is about healing the body, mind, and soul not just a chance to squeeze in another workout. As a 44 yr old trainer i have had my share of injuries and i use Yoga to heal and re-strengthen. As a student of Michelle's, and of Yoga, I am now well on the path to utilizing Yoga as medicine for myself and my clients. In my observation, many baby boomers go to Yoga classes in hopes of finding a safe healing environment, only to end up hurt if they are in a class that is not quite right for them. If you are searching for a Yoga experience to heal, Yoga therapy with MIchelle is the place to go. Thank you my dear guru (Michelle Mazur), Chaz Shand. Pros: Individual tailored teaching more

Michelle Mazur has created a beautiful, unique yoga studio in her Yurt behind her lovely Brentwood home. The yurt itself is gorgeous and serene. Then, there is Michelle's amazing knowledge and detailed instruction. This is definitely the place to go if you want help with specific injuries or illnesses. She knows her stuff and is patient, kind and sweet. I took my yoga teacher training from her (E-200 hours with a Yoga Alliance Certification) and was blown away by everything I learned. Life changing! Pros: Private and personal more