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From my students...
"Raleigh is a superb yoga instructor, infusing her class with grace and the
intent to honor yourself during your practice. Her well-hewn yoga expertise and knowledge of anatomy ensure a safe yoga
journey whatever your condition and she generously gives each one the attention he/she needs. Her passion for Anusara
yoga is infectious -- if you want to open your spirit, connect with your heart, develop strength (both
mind and body), and have a great time, come to Raleigh's class! You'll never want
to leave." - Kathryn Hart, Larkspur
"What a gift we have in the little yoga studio near the edge of Monument! After practicing with
almost a dozen different instructors over the last couple of years, I am thrilled to have found Raleigh Dove at Yoga Pathways. Raleigh's
fun yet peaceful personality and method of teaching create a non-threatening environment for any level of yoga and any spiritual
faith - an aspect which was very important in my decision of where to practice yoga. And though her thorough knowledge and
experience with yoga are clearly evident, I believe her greatest talents show through the intuitive guidance and attentiveness
she provides each individual student. I leave class refreshed - both physically and mentally!"
- Coleen Beaver, Monument
"Another
yoga teacher recommended Raleigh's classes to for knee surgery recovery. It was a great idea and I've stayed with it for over
a year now. With Raleigh's individualized attention I am able to do more with my knee and entire body than I ever thought
possible. The classes are fun, energizing, and I leave feeling relaxed and ready for life "off the mat".
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Paula Templin, Monument
"Raleigh Dove is a superb yoga instructor. I have been involved
in a variety of her classes for the last five hears and can heartily recommend her. Raleigh's classroom presence is one
of expert calmness yet with a fun loving side. She asks for requests & questions and is always willing to assist
with alternative pose suggestions. Her knowledge of yoga is exemplary...Since practicing with Raleigh, my personal levels
of strength, stamina and flexibility have all increased significantly. Plus, her yoga classes are fun, relaxing and provide
a continual learning experience."
- Carol Lynch,
Monument
"At the behest of my physician
I sought yoga as therapy for my back pain. I'm very fortunate to have found Raleigh Dove; she has taught me certain therapeutic
yoga exercises that I've found very beneficial. Raleigh is an impressive trainer, she is quite knowledgeable and thoroughly
professional. I highly recommend her as a yoga instructor."
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Bill Hallmark, O.D. Monument private student
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My joy
in teaching comes from watching my students grow in their knowledge, and seeing the powerful benefits that regular practice
brings to them. I've been teaching yoga in Monument since 1999, in various places until opening Yoga Pathways Studio in
2006.
After many years of yoga practice with various teachers (my first class was in 1973), I completed my first teacher
training in 1999. In 2000 I discovered Anusara Yoga, founded by John Friend, and since then have focused my ongoing
training and study in this heart-opening, life-affirming style of practice, becoming an Anusara-Inspired teacher. Anusara Yoga uses an elegant system of biomechanical alignment (called the Anusara
Universal Principles of Alignment) to help students optimize their strength & energy in a safe and effective manner.
I study with John at least once a year, as well as with other senior Anusara teachers (including Jamie Allison & Desiree
Rumbaugh). In
addition to ongoing teacher-training, I also study yoga therapeutics with the above
instructors. I employ these techniques in my public classes to modify asana (postures) as needed, and also offer private yoga classes to focus in more depth on individual therapeutic needs.
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