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It may be useful to know a bit about me to understand my comments about Suzi. I am in my early 60's and a senior partner in a major wall street law
firm-type A plus. I am in good aerobic condition but was becoming increasingly inflexible. I started with Suzi last June. The difference in
flexibility is extraordinary. I hop out of the back seat of cars and after a week of skiing over the holiday there was no stiffness. Suzi has been
perfect for me. I spend at least 1 hour a week with her in class. She is a good teacher. She encourages me and offers praise but is honest about my
progress and goals. She is very concerned about avoiding injury and is quick to intervene if I am trying to push too hard. She is principally interested
in yoga for life long health and at least with me does not overly emphasize spiritual aspects. Between classes she sends me emails reminding me to do
my yoga routine a long with suggested sequences of poses. She has a very positive personality and is always cheerful. I recommend her without
reservation.
If you would like to have more info please call at your convenience.
Ken Kramer
Partner
Shearman & Sterling LLP
212-848-4172
Kkramer@Shearman.com
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To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing to recommend Suzi Geiger as a yoga instructor. I have been working with Suzi for over 3 years now and have been, from the start, extremely impressed with her professionalism, knowledge, patience and caring approach to instruction.
I am not a natural athlete and exercise has historically been something I dreaded rather than looked forward to doing. That all changed when I started doing yoga with Suzi. Her command of the "science" behind it makes it all make sense and her empathetic style has gently pushed me along at a pace that has been comfortable to me but also has encouraged me to push myself beyond my normal "comfort zone". Her energetic and personable demeanor also just makes it all fun. The hour usually flies by and I always feel better -- physically and mentally -- when our session is through.
Suzi is the consummate professional: punctual, reliable, flexible as appropriate around my busy schedule. She is a pleasure to deal with in every respect and I feel very comfortable recommending her services to anyone looking to start or continue the practice of yoga.
Sincerely,
Wendy L. Kornreich
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The Millstein Group, LLC
Licensed REal Estate Broker
255 West 108th Street, Suite 1C, New York NY 10025
February 20, 2008
To whom it may concern,
When Suzi first inquired about a letter of reference, I was thrilled to "help her out" given the innumerable ways in which she has helped me to improve both my mind and body. Quickly thereafter, however, I became consumed with my busy life and wondered when I would have the time to construct it. It’s through that chaotic frazzle, though, where Suzi’s strengths shine brightest.
A typical urbanite, I am a new father to twin boys and own my own boutique real estate brokerage on the Upper West Side. Needless to say, I am often burdened with life’s emotional and physical stresses. Suzi, an incredibly insightful listener, has the ability to not only lead me through a yoga hour, but also to help me reconnect with myself so that I may maintain my sanity and serenity. She has not just the expertise, experience, licensure, and qualification to be a fabulous instructor, but the character, intuition, and care. Further, her ability to comprehensively synthesize the medical benefits inherent in yoga with the cognitive and emotional benefits is an incredible asset that has helped me to rebuild my strength – both physically and existentially.
It is without any reservation that I recommend her instruction for your pursuit of your own goals. Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have about her experience, know-how, or character.
Best,
Robbie Millstein
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Dear Suzi,
I am so thankful to you for bringing yoga to my life - it really has changed my body. I have lost 11 pounds in the last 5 months and and my post-baby belly is so much firmer and that is all from yoga. I am also so much more flexible - it is amazing for me to see what I can do now that I could not do 6 months ago. Apart from the physical impact, I have also grown to appreciate how I can apply what I learn in yoga to the rest of my life - i.e. how to handle challenges that seem overwhelming, how to enjoy the stillness between breaths as a time to con-template my next action instead of acting rashly, and how to focus on my feel-ings and the four corners of my own body without distraction or concerns about what people around me are doing. I first went to yoga just because I thought it would be relaxing - I have found it to be not only a tremendous stress reliever but so much more so I am very grateful. And you can quote me on your website!! :)
Carrie Fox
Yale
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Suzi,
I think this is great for any company. I started taking Suzi’s class last April, so it’s been over a year. I was definitely more of a beginner when I started and a bit self conscious, but Suzi is an excellent teacher and can work with many different levels of students in her classes. I would say her teaching style is interactive- She is great at seeking out what everyone wants to get out of each class, and working towards having everyone’s needs met. I personally feel the class is more of a physical class then a spiritual class. I have taken classes that are more spiritual and do not feel like I am getting a work out. With Suzi’s class, she incorporates breathing techniques to help with relaxation, but also has a major focus on the work out portion.
I think she is extremely patient but also knows when to push a student a little further. I have found that I am capable of more then I thought on certain poses, and she also knows when some poses are too much for certain people. She has a great knack for incorporating different levels of practices in each class, so that each individual is walking away with what works for them.
I really enjoy her classes and do my best to make both each week. I would highly recommend her to a friend.
I hope this information helps. If you need anything more, please don’t hesitate to ask.
Thanks!
Jenn Battaglia
Sr. Account Executive
Nine West Sportswear
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Suzi,
I want to say thank you! Because of you I can bend without putting all of my weight on my knees since my ankle is working again. I am not in pain and I can run again….. After I suffered a bilateral facture to my Tibia and my Fibula I was told that my flexibility would never be restored to full capacity. I felt inadequate, frustrated and devastated since I was always very active. Furthermore, the doctors said that if I am lucky I would only regain 50% flexibility to the ankle. I have to say that after doing Yoga with you for the past 6 months my flexibility is up to about 90%..... could be a little more. For those of you who don’t understand what an injury like this can do or should I say, prevent you from doing I will explain. Since the tibia is the shinbone and supports the body’s weight, even after surgery to repair the break with pins and screws and months of intense physical therapy this prevented me from planting my feet evenly on the ground, it affected my ability to bend, squat, run, even something as easy as going up and down step becomes so difficult due to lack of rotation in the ankle because “the hinge” refuse to work the way it should. I am so thankful to you and Jones Apparel Group for bringing Yoga to the work place that I had to put it in writing. When I look at where I started back in the spring and where I am now today I am amazed. The future is much brighter! I like the fact that I can run again and don’t have to hold on to the railings in the subway for support. Yoga has brought such a level of strength, and security.
I look forward to seeing you at our yoga classes in 2009
Suzi, once again thank you for giving me back my independence.
Efney Hall-Morgan
Kaper Inc