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Now You Can Lose Weight, Recover From Injuries, Add Flexibility To Your Life, Increase Your Energy, Be More Relaxed, And Look And Feel Younger When You Work With Me in One on One Yoga Sessions.

Hi. My name is Richard Bird and I am a master yoga instructor offering one on one personal yoga sessions and yoga therapy in the Aspen area.  I work hard to get great results for my clients and they give my lessons rave reviews.

Like many yoga instructors I began teaching classes in a number of different locations when I discovered a shocking truth.  Many of the people attending the classes needed more attention than they could receive during the course of a group class.  Seriously, some of the classes I've seen resemble cattle cars where people are packed into rooms without enough space.  There is no way people who have unique needs or specific goals can get the individual attention they need.

Just as your fingerprints are different than anyone else in the world, the yoga stretches and exercises you do need to be personalized to have the maximum effect.  Every yoga student I work with is on their own path to reach their own unique goals.

Yoga - It's Not What You Think

Let me give you just a bit of background about yoga. It is not a religion or any form of worship. It's about getting in tune with your body and working with your body to give it what it needs.

If you think you need to be an Indian holy man who can twist his body into a pretzel to do yoga, you're missing the message here.  Yoga is for everyone.  It doesn't matter if you can't remember the last time you exercised or even if you believe you can't get back into good shape, lose weight or increase your flexibility.  Personal yoga sessions can work for you.

My clients typically report to me an amazing list of physical benefits including: their blood pressure decreasing, balance and flexibility increasing, posture improving, ability to sleep improves, strength and energy levels increase, your immune system gets stronger, and your weight normalizes.

Even more amazing, if you have suffered an injury and are in pain, yoga may rapidly aid your body in naturally healing itself. Many physical therapists are aware of the healing power of yoga and suggest their clients pursue private yoga lessons. (And healing rehabilitative yoga is one of my specialties.)

Overnight Success Stories

Please allow me to share just a few of my success stories with you.

Asadour Santourian travels across the US and to Europe regularly and works in an extremely stressful environment.  Three years ago he attended his first yoga session.   

Before he began yoga, each winter he would end up in the hospital with breathing and bronchial challenges. He also had polio as a child and was overweight.

When Mr. Santourian first began classes he struggled.  But he persevered.  Through his dedication he has lost 50 pounds, his posture is upright and strong, he walks with great confidence and credits yoga for keeping him healthy and out of the hospital.

Sabina Cowie first spotted me in 2005 practicing yoga on the beach in Florida.   She was amazed at what she saw so she asked me to instruct her.

At the time she was 48years old and an active mother of 4 high school and college kids. Her knees hurt from years of skiing, running and roller-blading.  She thought that pain was something she just had to live with.

After just 4 sessions she called me and said "My knees don't hurt anymore, is this from the yoga?"  I said "yes".  It was surprising to her because she had been practicing yoga for 17 years.  Here's what she had to say:

"With 17 years of practicing many different types of Yoga all over the country, Richard's yoga classes are by far the most challenging I have ever experienced both mentally and physically. My mind and body have never felt so open, and alive, pain free and young."

Jill M. first experienced private sessions with me in July of 2007.  

She is a mom of three boys ages 9, 13 and 15 and wife of a busy CFO - so her life is centered around juggling lots of everybody else's stress!  So much so that when I met her, her shoulders were living up by her ears and she had chronic wrist and upper back pain.  She saw body workers regularly for treatment.

After a year of working with her weekly, she has a better grasp on the dynamics she lives in and uses her yoga to find grounding, centering and peace in her busy lifestyle.  Her Chronic pain has disappeared and the really amazing part of all this is she lives in Chicago - our weekly session are over the phone.  I only see her when she visits Aspen.

Recover Your Flexibility

You might just be surprised at how quickly and easily your body begins to recover and respond. I've worked with clients of all ages - from early twenties to senior citizens.  I never fail to be amazed by the ability of the human body to adjust and recover from injuries and limitations.

I never push a client beyond their abilities and most importantly - I encourage you to listen to your body. In many cases, your body became stiff and less flexible over time. It may take some time to recover. Pushing you or forcing you beyond your abilities could aggravate problems. This is one of the most important reasons why someone which physical challenges should only work with a private instructor.

 What Your Yoga Sessions Are Like

When we meet in my home studio or I come to your home or office for a private yoga lesson, all you need is some comfortable clothing to wear. I'll supply a yoga mat and some other props that will help you be comfortable and safe as you begin your practice.

YES - You will gently begin working muscles according to your ability.

YES - I will explain and demonstrate all of the moves and positions for you.

YES - I will guide and assist you as you begin to move your body into the proper positions.

YES - I will be patient and encouraging.

YES - I will motivate you to make positive changes in your life.

YES - You will enjoy your yoga sessions and come to look forward to them.

YES - Your mood will improve and your overall well-being will increase.

YES - Anxiety and depression will decrease.

YES - You will have a tremendous sense of accomplishment.

YES - Your concentration and memory will improve.

YES - Your sense of self-esteem will improve.

NO - You will never be pushed beyond your abilities.

NO - I don't believe yoga is one size fits all.  We start very slowly and you will be able to get into the poses.

NO - You will never regret taking private yoga lessons with me.

 Limited Personal Client Sessions Are Available Now

Your quality of life begins to improve as soon as you pick up the phone and call me at 970-366-2947.  We'll set up a convenient time for your first class.  Some people work out with me once a week; others want to work out more often.  You make the call.

Prepare to be amazed at all the amazing benefits yoga will add to your life.

I look forward to working with you.

Peace,

Richard Bird, Master Yoga Instructor

P.S.  My schedule fills up quickly, I work with only five clients each week, so if you are serious about making significant improvements in your life, pick up the phone and call me at 970-366-2947.