Iyengar Yoga with Alixe Steinmetz, CIYT
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About me
Yoga has been part of my life for over 25 years. Initially drawn to the practice for exercise and stress relief during law school, I soon realized that yoga had much more to offer. Beyond improving physical fitness and reducing stress, yoga can change your relationship with your body and with life. Through my teaching, I hope to help people find some peace and ease in their bodies and their lives and - hopefully - the ability to be more present.
I was fortunate to find Iyengar Yoga at the beginning of my yoga journey, and when I later decided to make yoga a larger part of my life, I embarked on the years-long process of Iyengar Certification. I am now proud to be able to call myself a Certified Iyengar Yoga Teacher and continue to pursue my studies. I take classes regularly via Zoom with Abhijata Iyengar and Marla Apt. Over the years, I've been fortunate to study with some other wonderful teachers, including Kathleen Pringle, Rebecca and Dean Lerner, John Schumacher, and Graham Williams here in Raleigh.
A former public defender, I have a passion for service and have previously served on the boards of both the regional and national Iyengar Yoga associations.
Testimonials
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""I love being in Alixe's Yoga class because her teaching and behavior is calm and relaxed yet very skilled - she helps every student individually wether they are a beginner or advanced. Alixe's love of Yoga is infectious.... Do yourself a favor and look no further!""
-K.M.
"Alixe makes yoga accessible and fun. Even though I'm in beginners class there's a depth to her instruction. I look forward to class each week and always learn something new."
-A.S.
"Every class is a journey, but I've never felt pressured to keep up with others or push beyond my comfort zone. Alixe lets the class set the pace."
-J.S.
"I have been attending yoga classes with Alixe for several months now, and I am continually impressed Alixe’s ability to adapt instructions for each person in the class. Alixe takes the time to understand each student's goals and limitations and provide personalized options."
-A.S.
"Your class is a highlight each week! I truly enjoy your approach and learn something new constantly. "
-L.W.
"Alixe is the embodiment of her practice. Her classes are low key, non-competitive, and healthy. She is professional, fully prepared, and talented. "
-J.
"I love and look forward to this class every week. I always feel so much better after class. If anyone has a question or concern, Alixe will answer any questions or concerns before, during or after class.... Alixe also has a great sense of humor."
-S.A.
"I love your class! I appreciate your modifications and how caring you are about us."
-R.M.
""I love being in Alixe's Yoga class because her teaching and behavior is calm and relaxed yet very skilled - she helps every student individually wether they are a beginner or advanced. Alixe's love of Yoga is infectious.... Do yourself a favor and look no further!""
-K.M.
"Alixe makes yoga accessible and fun. Even though I'm in beginners class there's a depth to her instruction. I look forward to class each week and always learn something new."
-A.S.
"Every class is a journey, but I've never felt pressured to keep up with others or push beyond my comfort zone. Alixe lets the class set the pace."
-J.S.
"I have been attending yoga classes with Alixe for several months now, and I am continually impressed Alixe’s ability to adapt instructions for each person in the class. Alixe takes the time to understand each student's goals and limitations and provide personalized options."
-A.S.
"Your class is a highlight each week! I truly enjoy your approach and learn something new constantly. "
-L.W.
"Alixe is the embodiment of her practice. Her classes are low key, non-competitive, and healthy. She is professional, fully prepared, and talented. "
-J.
"I love and look forward to this class every week. I always feel so much better after class. If anyone has a question or concern, Alixe will answer any questions or concerns before, during or after class.... Alixe also has a great sense of humor."
-S.A.
"I love your class! I appreciate your modifications and how caring you are about us."
-R.M.
""I love being in Alixe's Yoga class because her teaching and behavior is calm and relaxed yet very skilled - she helps every student individually wether they are a beginner or advanced. Alixe's love of Yoga is infectious.... Do yourself a favor and look no further!""
-K.M.
"Alixe makes yoga accessible and fun. Even though I'm in beginners class there's a depth to her instruction. I look forward to class each week and always learn something new."
-A.S.
"Every class is a journey, but I've never felt pressured to keep up with others or push beyond my comfort zone. Alixe lets the class set the pace."
-J.S.
"I have been attending yoga classes with Alixe for several months now, and I am continually impressed Alixe’s ability to adapt instructions for each person in the class. Alixe takes the time to understand each student's goals and limitations and provide personalized options."
-A.S.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I register for classes?
To register for classes at the Five Points Center for Active Adults (age 50+), click here or go to Raleigh RecLink and search for "Gentle Yoga," location "Five Points Center."
To register for classes at my home studio, click here or go to https://www.pineviewyoga.org/offerings.
To register for any other classes, to inquire about a private or small group session, or if you have any questions about offerings, please email me at pineviewyogaraleigh@gmail.com.
Are your classes appropriate for all levels?
Yes! That's part of the beauty of Iyengar Yoga - even in the same class, instructions can be adapted and poses modified to meet you where you are, whether you've been practicing for years or you're a beginner who's never before set foot on a yoga mat.
If I take two classes in one week, will they be the same?
Each of my classes is unique. While classes in the same week may share a broad theme, each class will focus on different poses (asanas) and actions. Also, live classes are always tailored to the students present.
What is Iyengar Yoga?
B.K.S. Iyengar believed that you never stop learning, and this idea permeates Iyengar Yoga. Teachers are students first, practicing for years prior to certification, and remain students, constantly learning from both classes and their personal practice. The resulting intimate understanding of the poses (asanas) and of the human body enables Iyengar Yoga teachers to work with all bodies and to provide an experience that transforms asana practice into a meditation in action.
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