Testimonials

"For me, as an almost mature male of 60 years, the sense of renewed vitality and strength it has given me is priceless. And although each and every session is different and quite challenging, the feeling of well-being that I experience afterwards, keeps me coming back for more." — Mike D.

"Classes at Orcas Mandala have increased my mindfulness, my strength, and my ability to live in the present. This is yoga for the body and the soul." — Diane B.

"I lost weight, gained strength, flexibility and found deep breath! And those are just the side effects of my yoga practice at Orcas Mandala!" — Mary M.

"The classes and instructors at Orcas Mandala have completely changed my perspective of what I thought yoga would be like. They offer the perfect combination of challenge, strengthening and mental relaxation. Thanks to them I am now hooked on yoga for life!" — Susan W.

"I visit Orcas Island yearly with my husband. Upon discovering Suzi and her “Forrest” yoga, attending her classes became a focal point of my time on island. To traverse so deeply into Self is a sacred journey and to be guided by the loving presence we call Suzi is nothing short of remarkable. So rich was the experience with her that I was inspired to take the foundational teacher training with Ana Forrest so I could guide others back to their spirits just as Suzi had led me back to mine. I aspire to be as authentic, loving and passionate in my teaching as Suzi is in hers." — Sonya N. Houston TX

"My Forrest Yoga Mentors, Colleen Millen, Suzi Zobrist and Kelley Rush, are three of the most inspiring and powerful healing women I've ever known. They teach with heart, with laughter and with great compassion; I feel supported and nourished by each of them on a soul level and a physical level. Ho! A fellow Forrest Yogi came up to me after taking my class the other day and remarked how much I have grown as a teacher in the last year — I told her that it's all on account of the FY Mentorship Program. With my mentors' encouragement, I have learned to speak with depth and power, anchored by my breath. I feel more authentic in my teaching than ever, and am learning more and more each day about seeing, empathing and running energy on my students. I feel plugged in to the FY community now, connected not just to the beautiful women and mentors in my group, but to the larger Bay Area community of teachers and FY devotees. I highly recommend this program to any FY teacher who wants to deepen their connection to Spirit, and to Teaching and Walking a Path of Beauty!" — Kristin G

"I highly recommend and encourage those interested in the Mentorship Program to go for it! Colleen Millen, Kelly Rush and Suzi Zobrist are an incredible team. After a seven year break from finishing my teacher training with Ana in 2001, the Mentorship Program completely reinvigorated me and reconnected me with the hoop of the teachers. My yoga classes have jumped from 4 or 5 students up to 25! Bonding with the other mentees and our teachers was the highlight of my past year. As always, Forrest Yoga creates the foundation for walking in beauty. — Sincerely," — Lora S

"Whether working with beginners or advanced yoga students, privately or in group sessions, Suzi Zobrist is a true, and compassionate healer. Suzi works with the total person, supporting them where they are, yet challenging them to be their highest and best in body, in mind, and in spirit." — Nancy A.