In this quarter I have learned so much from Romee (May). I am truly blessed to be able to be part of a work study with her. She has taught me about the movement in the body and the connection of energy throughout one's body. I have also learned a way of business management that is simple and effective.

In the early morning class, which is Vinyasa Flow, the class moves through a yoga flow for about 90 minutes. In those 90 minutes we work on opening up the joints and muscles to get the energy flowing throughout our bodies. The class concentrates on the inner body and learns to direct the energy in your body to work particular muscles and bones in each pose. You learn how to control your breathing and to "fan your fire" (the burning sensation in your muscles) so you can push yourself past your comfort zone and further. By setting your intention for each class in a restful pose such as childs pose or deep squat you tell your body what you can and will do and what you want out of your yoga practice.

There have been many times when halfway through the flow my muscles are screaming at me and there is that little voice in my head telling me to just give up, but by persisting and concentrating on my breathing I have learned to overcome that voice in my head and push past my limits. At the end of the class when I have successfully pushed myself and worked with my body there is an amazing feeling of success and completion that keeps me in a good mood for the rest of the day. I have strengthened my body in ways I never knew that I could. No longer to I have tight spots in my body or discomfort in my joints. I have seen a huge improvement in my body since I have started my work study.

It's such an amazing opportunity to be working with Romee and to be taught the knowledge that she knows (though it would take years to learn everything that she knows). I am excited to continue learning and further my journey into yoga. I hope to one day be able to give someone the knowledge and abilities that Romee has given me, and to be able to inspire someone to explore their body to learn what an amazing and beautiful thing it is.