"Thank you so much for the wonderful day of yoga yesterday.

I am truly blessed that people like you crossed my life's path. There's no way to imagine where my body would be now without yoga intervention.

Your classes make me feel safe, secure, relaxed in the knowledge that I'm in good, capable hands.

The slow and steady approach is very effective and gives the body opportunity to ease and release into an asana without any expectation. Because of that, there is more "successes" and it does wonders for the mind as well - one can literally have that inner smile at managing to go that bit further.

Your comment that being flexible does not necessarily mean one is doing the pose correctly, was a reminder to remain attentive in one's practise. Slumping can so easily become a habit, and in doing the "flexible thing" rather than doing it the correct way can cause damage and undo the good that was previously achieved.

Unlocking blockages - thanks for that. Often one wants to "get there" and ignores, or just plainly does not listen, when your body tries to get your attention. Just that stepping back a bit, readjusting slightly or giving it a bit of a break helps tremendously. And next time it's so much better and easier!

One of my difficulties is to "find my feet" and get rooted. The pointers you gave yesterday will certainly help me to do that, especially in letting the toes grow forward, while the heel becomes big and broad.

What was really helpful to me, was the way you explained which muscles are active, which should not be involved and how to build up the "flow".

Last but not least, the way you started in letting us feel the space and opening up all the channels throughout the body, was just amazing and the best preparation for practice I have experienced. Not only does one become aware of the wonderment of the body, but to actually feel life as breath and fluidity is wonderful and soothing and in my case, even stabilised emotions. All becomes one in the now ... and that is what it is all about.

Warm regards and much love.

"When I first started yoga at work with Karen Ingman I had never practiced yoga before but immediately fell in love with how the class made me feel.

Karen was so supportive as a teacher and encouraging – exactly what you need when beginning something that initially seems outside your comfort zone.

Within weeks yoga had become an essential part of my work-life balance. Working within a pressurized industry with tight deadlines every week, Karen's lessons also gave me the tools to learn how to switch off and relax, and how to deal with stress.

It also gave me the opportunity to socialise with colleagues – away from the normal office or after-work bar environment. And during the ups and downs of life, the lessons I took away from Karen's classes, have been essential in my ability to cope with pressures and stress, and to feel generally much happier." 

"After attending two workshops I can only say that I cant wait to learn more. Karen's body knowledge and way of working is very intuitive and one can feel the layers of awareness and levels of deep work being uncovered as you are gently led into that beautiful space that yoga creates in your breath, your body and your life.

Her gentle, unassuming approach belies her diversity and deep store of knowledge and wisdom which i hope will be revealed and uncovered, just as the deep layers are in asana. The whole concept of potential exists at every space of the practice, this yoga resonates with my life philosophy."

"Karen is an inspiring and outstanding teacher of yoga that knows a lot about the body and its connections, besides always taking me on a journey towards myself and the oneness of all life. ...this is truly special. Her gentle and inclusive manner is rare. Thank you Karen."

"I have been Karen's yoga student for many years, having started working with her during my teacher training ten years ago.

Karen has been a strong mentor for me both in my practice and in my teaching. Her workshops are always a huge treat, as she is the only teacher working authentically in this approach who regularly visits South Africa.

Watching Karen's body, from the strength in her feet to the wonderful freedom of her spine, is inspiring and enlightening. This conveys more strongly than the power of words, the message of her teaching. I love her pace, which allows plenty of time for my body to really slow down, release tension and find new openness.

By the second day of the last workshop I found myself in a very focused, deep state of total awareness of my body and breath. In that state I found shifts happening and new areas that had been tight or neglected opening up completely. I was reminded of the simplicity of feeling the earth underneath me and felt how this truly awakened, not just my spine, but my entire body and being.

I thank Karen for continuing to be a beacon that in a world of diverse yoga styles keeps me on track and lights my way."

"Just back from a wonderful week in Suleyman's Gardens in Turkey.

Each day we went deeper into our practice in the yoga shala amongst the grape-laden vines, looking out across the garden and the Aegean Sea, such a beautiful spot under Karen's careful guidance.

Felt very cared for and nurtured. So glad I chose this course, it was perfect, lots of work with the breath and a deep earth connection, loved it and will be back. Thanks Karen and thanks for the wonderful food and tranquillity of the venue."