Testimonials
“I enrolled in an Anusara Immersion today. It was so amazing. Best of all…you were in my thoughts all day. We went around the room at the very beginning and talked about how we found Anusara and who our first teacher was. At least four people in the room talked about you. Of course I did as you are not only the one who introduced me to Anusara, but the one who first introduced me to yoga in general. You will always be the one who laid the foundation in the unfolding of my heart, as well as the one who helped me begin my journey inward and along the path of opening to grace. Thank you for being so open and teaching your classes with such passion, love and devotion. You are the reason why I fell in love with this practice. I dedicated my practice to you today and in theory all my practices are dedicated to you, because without you…I wouldn’t be where I am today. Thank you for continuing to touch the lives of so many with your authentic, inspirational teaching. You are such a gift to the world, my beautiful guru”
~Meg O’Holleran, Los Gatos, CA.
“It is evident from reading the many other testimonials the significant impact Daniella has had through her yoga. What has so deeply influenced me is her complete absence of doubt. Do you remember as a child how you rested secure in the surety of your mother? She had no doubts, or rather you weren’t able to see them yet, and therefore you doubted nothing. I’ve approached many things in my life through the words of Indira Gandhi—if you’re not brave, act brave; no one can tell the difference. But there’s a degree of leadership that goes beyond that—and it stems from an unwavering conviction in the value of what you have to teach. When you walk into Daniella’s class you know instantly that what she embodies is not just a branch of yoga, a wellness program, or a mindset—it’s raw power; unwavering and wise. You rest easy in her arms because you know that they will hold you. And from that childlike openness she teaches. And you learn. Without doubt.
~Sara Hall, Biotech CEO, Kansas City/San Jose, California
“Daniella has an unyielding magnetism. For this I am lucky. She encompasses the essence of what I see to be compassion. For me yoga hasn’t been the easiest journey. I have come and gone as I have been overwhelmed by the sensations that occur within, by the goodness that has crept in and slowly changed my heart. Daniella makes that journey a little more comfortable, gently guiding you through the inner most depths of your being. She offers you warmth along, what may be for some of us, a very cold journey. Moreover, she gives you the tools you need to set yourself free. It is not only the style of yoga she teahces, it is the woman she is that makes it easy to keep coming back.”
~Katherine Marcus, Novato, California
“Daniella is an inspiration with an unconcealed passion to share the grace and love she fully embodies. She was my first introduction to Anusara yoga and after my first class I was hooked. She is truly interested and invested in each of her students, focusing on proper alignment and opening of the heart to grace so that you can find your true core. I was privileged to be a part of the Summer Solstice Yoga Festival Retreat that she led in the beautiful redwoods in the Santa Cruz Mountains. It was a day full of love, beauty, inspiration, community, laughter, and empowerment. The yoga sessions were outside soaking in the summer sun accompanied by live music that enhanced each pose. Daniella led the yoga classes with a playful serenity, allowing for everyone to receive energy and support. Her desire to share and spread her lifes practice is a joy to see and pleasantly contagious. Daniella’s radiating energy and pure love of life has been an unequivocal inspiration to me and my journey forward.”
~Shannon Baker, Mountain View, California
“I was introduced to Daniella while participating in one of her classes back in November of 2008. During that class it hit me that for the past 15 years I’d been practicing yoga, I’d really just been going through the motions- physically (not mentally). The unique and detailed way she explains each pose from the rooting of your feet all the way through each individual muscle/body part is so different than any of the other approximately 50 instructors I’d experienced in my yoga life. I’m very active and still wake up the next day after her class sore from using different muscles… properly! It really is an incredible feeling after completing one of her classes. Do yourself a favor and experience it for yourself as I highly recommend her instruction, her style is amazing!”
~Reed Nelson, Los Gatos, California
“I have been practicing almost twice per week with Daniella since early November of 2008. In 3 months my body has transformed and although I still have many miles to go in gaining the strength I would like, she’s been instrumental in getting me this far. Here’s what I really like about her instruction. First, she very meticulous in her description of where and how you should hold your body (every part of your body) in each pose. And, she is vigilant in making certain you’re not going to get yourself into trouble as well. Next, I like that she takes time at the beginning and at the end of the practice with a meditative practice, and ritual opening and closings “Om mantras”. Finally, I love the music she plays! I’m extremely picky about music fitting a situation and she really has this eclectic mix of world, meditative, and Indian chant music. I like it when she challenges me. She often will come up and double-check my poses and give me praise when it’s obvious I’ve made some progress. She’s an active instructor who is fully entrenched and present with us at each practice.”
~Kathleen Silver, San Jose, California