Six years ago I stumbled into a yoga class at a health club. I was middle aged, and as a result of 2 knee surgeries, had been diagnosed with degenerative arthritis. I had been told I would someday need a knee replacement. I had always thought of yoga as a religion or cult. Instead, it is a science of exercise. I knew my running days were over, but yoga has helped me greatly. I have benefited from it not only as an exercise regimen, but I have learned to breath properly and how to clear my head.

As a coach I knew the 3 areas of focus for an athlete were CARDIO, STRENGTH, and FLEXIBILITY. After going to yoga classes on a regular basis for over 3 years, I decided to become an instructor. Having been a coach for 25 years, it seemed the natural thing for me to do. With the support of my wife Cheryl, I went to school to become certified. I gained valuable experience working at a Health Club. After completing work at the college level, I brought yoga to my hometown through the Raymond Recreation Department. I have taught classes where students with MS are in the same class with accomplished athletes. Now that I am nearing retirement from my Post Office job, I would like to bring the WONDERFUL benefits of yoga to as many people as possible.

A typical class involves a series of 25 exercises or postures. It can be either a gentle or a vigorous workout. Since the classes are to benefit you, I encourage each of my students to listen to their own bodies and do as much as they can do. At the conclusion of the postures there is a well-deserved, final relaxation period.