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THANK YOU

Dear Students
by Emily Parkinson Perry

To the students who are busy: Thank you for your time.
To the students who are nervous: Thank you for teaching me about courage.
To the students who laugh when I fumble my words: Thank you for teaching me that imperfections break down barriers.
To the students who gently correct when I make mistakes: Thank you for teaching me the value of patience.
To the students who offer criticism: Thank you for teaching me humility.
To the students who execute an arm balance for the first time: Thank you for teaching me about perseverance.
To the students who tremble as I help with your first handstand: Thank you for your trust.
To the students who seem bored and restless: Thank you for teaching me about facing my fear.
To the students who struggle: Thank you for teaching me to face insecurity.
To the students who watch the clock: Thank you for teaching me to confront inner doubt.
To the students who left early, without explanation: Thank you for teaching me about offering space and understanding.
To the students who never came back: Thank you for teaching me to let go.
For every kind word, every smile, every gift, every gesture of gratitude, and every single time you attend my class, I thank you. You have taught me how to be a teacher.

WORKSHOPS:
“Yoga for Managing Chronic Pain Workshop ”:
"I want to thank you for all the time and effort you have put into preparing and offering the classes for managing Chronic Pain. I looked for a long time for a teacher with your compassion, knowledge and understanding. You are an extraordinary teacher and a caring person who has offered me hope and encouragement managing my pain. I have practiced yoga and meditation for many years and as chronic pain stared imparting my mobility I have searched for a class that I could participate. I find that group participation encourages and helps enhance my practice while meeting some great people who understand the realities of chronic pain. Thank you for Yoga for Managing Chronic Pain Workshop and I am looking forward to the next workshop." - Susan, Coral Springs

“Healing Through Yoga Nidra, Reiki & Sound Therapy” with Ileana and Tamara:
“Another amazing workshop! Thank you!” – Breyn, Coral Springs

“Loved every minute! What a beautiful way to spend the day. Thank you Tamara Ronkin and IIeana for sharing your special gifts with us.” – Linda, Parkland

“Thank you Ileana and Tamara! It was just what I needed.” – Michelle, Coconut Creek

“Thank you for such a wonderful experience. It was so nice to see you and to feel the good energy.” – Becky, Coral Springs

“Heading out to Yoga Source for Reiki Healing and Yoga Nidre! Thanks Tamara Ronkin and Eliana for feeding my soul” – Vicky, Coral Springs

“What an amazing class. You guys are so special…. thank you for filling my day with so much positive energy.” – Lori, Coral Springs

“Thanks to you both! Wonderful!! Looking forward to next month! Namaste!” – Debbie, Coral Springs

“My nice day started with breakfast with our neighbors and then took me to a great workshop at Yoga Source. Healing with Sound therapy, Yoga Nidra and Reiki. I feel better! Thank you Tamara and Ileana!” – Gail, Coral Springs

“Preparing for an afternoon of bliss at Yoga Source – Workshop with yoga, meditation, gong and singing bowls. Perfect for a rainy afternoon.” – Michelle, Coral Springs

“It was great!!!! Got home and slept for hours!!!! Lol Thank you!!!!” – Luz, Coral Springs

“I come every month, wouldnt miss it. I am so relaxed, refreshed and renewed when I leave.” – Vicky, Parkland

“I think you helped me locate my missing center. Namaste’.” – Anne, Coral Springs

“Nice way to spend the afternoon during a crAzy hurried time of year.” – Sharon, Coral Springs

“It was great! Many thanks, Ileana and Tamara.” – Cathy, Coral Springs

“Loved it!! Thank you so much for sharing your healing energies.” – Lisa, Coral Springs

“Thank you for today. I don’t know what you did, but I felt it. I felt your presence and a vibration in my limbs. After missing yoga for the last 2.5 months, today was a good reminder of how much I miss it and how much I need yoga in my life!” – Alison, Coral Springs.

“Everyone should indulge their spirits by taking this class. It has been fundamental in helping me to “balance” myself when the stresses of life throw you off track. Your class is a gift to all of us. Thank you for blessing my life.” – Laura, Coral Springs

“You were both just a pleasure to be guided by. You both epitomize what yoga is and should be.” – Lisa, Coral Springs

“You are a healer and a bright light to all who are lucky enough to know you.”- Chris, Boca Raton

IN THE WORKPLACE:
Weston Library:
"Ileana is patient, has a positive attitude and is always encouraging. She adjust the yoga positions to accommadate participants' limitation.s She is not only teaching chair yoga, but a change in lifestyle to promote better health. Her Classes are enjoyable and beneficial" - Vaila

"I really enjoy Ileana's yoga classes. Both Mat and Chair Yoga have helped me with my flexibility and dealing with stress at work" - Wally

"Ileana's class is wonderful, in 30 minutes I'm able to relax and release the daily stress. The exercises she teaches help me reduce lower back pain. After her class I feel peaceful." - Viri

"Ileana's brings peace in the middle of the day as stress increases, allowing us to let go and move forward. Ilana not only teaches us yoga but she helps us to become more aware of our bodies and how we hold things. I am grateful to continue my practice with Ileana."- Nikki

Florida Atlantic University and NIH two year study "The Effect of SITNFIT Chair Yoga Among Community Dwelling Older Adults with Osteoarthritis" : Douglas Gardens , Pembroke Pine

"It makes my body feel better and I have less pain"- Margarita, 94 years young

" Ileana you are my angel, I was alone and depressed and now I am calm and at peace". - Yolanda

"When I started the class I could barely move my left arm, now I have full mobility." - Mercedes

"Muchas gracias por sus enseñanzas. Que Dios nuestro senor la siga usando para ayudar a tanta gente que necesitamos aprender a vivir sin dolor ." - Magda

"Thank you for the hugs, it's been a long time since someone hugged me." - Stanley, 78 years young

CLASSES:
"About a year ago I began a journey to return to a level of fitness that I once enjoyed, a very humbling and intimidating experience for me. Like so many women, I put everything and everyone in front of my own care for many years. I needed something that would feed both mind and body. I could force myself to the gym but had no passion for it. As we all know to be able to incorporate something into your life you must enjoy it.
Yoga was a very natural choice for me. I wandered from studio to studio, class to class, teacher to teacher, trying to find the right fit for me. I needed someone who would communicate with me, help me keep myself safe from injury, enable me to get the most out of my body each time while reminding me not to push farther than my body could safely go. I found that person in Ileana.
In every class that she leads she guides each student on their own journey while fostering a beautiful communal energy that we as students draw from during our practice. Ileana brings volumes of information to each student to help feed body mind and spirit. From beginning to end her classes envelop each student in a positive environment that fosters both emotional and physical strength and peace.
I have found the ability to nurture myself again, what a precious gift." - Evie, Coral Springs

“Thank you for a beautiful class on Saturday my friend....so nice catching up , sharing and laughing !! Xoxo”- Liza, Ashville

"Just wanted to tell u how much I enjoyed the gentle hip openers!"
"Thanks so much for catering to me last night. Love you!" - Sharon, Coconut Creek

"Great class tonight at Yoga Source with Ileana! Thanks Ileana!"
" I really lucked out tonight! Ended up with a wonderful private yoga class with Ileana! Thank you, Ileana!"
"Almost time for Ileana's great class!" - Cathy, Tamarac