When I first met Chihiro, I was on the verge of starting my second round of IVF. I took a couple of classes with Chihiro at a studio and was very impressed with the idea that certain poses and relaxation could help with my hormones, which I knew would be chaotic during the IVF cycle. So, I jumped at the chance to work with her one on one to specifically target what I was going through. I can’t say that there was a noticeable change to me early on, but in looking back, I was definitely less worried about this IVF cycle working. I was much more calm than I thought I would be. I slept better and didn’t obsess about every little thing the way I had the first time around. And once I found out that I was pregnant, while I was concerned about the pregnancy lasting, I really did not feel the out of control worry that I would have expected. Even my husband noticed a difference in my behavior at this time. I’m not sure if now that my weekly classes with Chihiro are done, I will be disciplined enough to practice daily, but I will definitely practice several times a week even if it is to only do one pose to relax before bed or to unwind after a stressful day at work. Especially, as my pregnancy progresses and I can modify the poses as Chihiro showed me, I think it will be a great way to have a healthy more relaxed pregnancy.

I'm as stiff as a board. Yoga doesn't come easy. But my sessions with Chihiro have been wonderful. She's very protective of my health, and her first concern is to avoid injury. She also protects my pride by being non-judgmental about my limited flexibility. Chihiro is so calm and patient she creates a supportive atmosphere in which to practice yoga. She's not dogmatic about yoga traditions, and adapts it to my needs. What a great teacher and I feel quite lucky to have found her.

I have enjoyed Chihiro's yoga classes immensely. Chirihiro is very patient teacher who is willing to demonstrate and explain the various yoga poses in a very calm and soothing manner. She also suggests alternative poses. This is especially important for a beginner like myself. My flexibility has improved since taking the classes and I have learned some relaxation techniques that I can do outside of classes. I strongly recommend these classes.

I have been taking yoga with Chihiro Friedman at the Star Dance Studio. I love her class. She is a very gentle spirit, nurturing and focused. Chihiro works well with any challenge or needs that a student might have. In a short time I have become much more limber and I fell less stress in my life. My body feels more connected, relaxed and I am walking taller. I would highly recommend her as a teacher.

Chihiro is an excellent yoga instructor. She has been very patient with me as she has introduced me to yoga. I felt the difference in my body after just a few sessions. I was amazed at how yoga can really tone my body and help you truly relax and relieve daily stress. Chihiro provides a calm, focused atmosphere and leads you experly through the different levels of yoga. I highly recommend Chihiro to anyone, even beginners like me.

Artiste en mosaiques, j'etais contente d'avoir trouve Chihiro, car ses lecons de yoga m'aident a relacher mes tensions physiques et nerveuses accumulees pendant des heures de concentration.
Elle m'aide a prendre conscience de mon corps qui s'est peu a peu assoupli et tonifie. Certaines poses m'aident a surmonter mon anxiete. Mon corps s'est peu a peu assoupli et tonifie. Chihiro adapte les lecons selon l'etat mental et physique dans lesquels je me sens.
Tres attentive et patiente, parlant francais, (tres gros avantage pour moi), je suis tres satisfaite de l'enseignement du yoga donne par Chihiro et je la recommande chaleureusement.