By PranaYogi | Sunday, April 30, 2023
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Thank you so much Alex - I really enjoyed the opportunity to test my boundaries with poses that I often think I can t (which I actually managed to do! Yay!). But your message of letting go of the ego and actually honouring my body allowed me to modify those poses that were asking too much of me at that moment. It was an uncomfortable feeling to not push myself to tick off the poses on my mental list but I left my mat feeling much more centred and peaceful than I normally do. Thank you - Namaste

By Melissa | Tuesday, March 28, 2023
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A challenging with a good message. Nice descriptions with plenty of opportunities to just sit and breathe with the poses .

By angela christine | Sunday, March 28, 2021
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Decent class, but not enough flow and too much talkie talkie

By Laurab1 | Saturday, November 21, 2020
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I enjoyed this challenging class, although I did think there were too many pauses, the main reason I knocked off a star was the incessant talking, not that she didn t have important and inspiring things to say, but that she felt the need to say them over and over again, I m sorry, maybe its an English thing, but sometimes less is more, and a bit of silence can be beautiful

By Shalene | Saturday, May 4, 2019
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Alex is a wonderful teacher and I enjoyed this almost as much as when I grt yo go to her class in person in Clearwater, FL. She always works yoward an apex pose and this time it was the fun transitionsl from full side plank to wild thing to wheel. You build up to this all practice then have a little cooldown at the end. Loved the inversions at the wall and boat challenges. Although it says 80 mins, there is some instruction at the beginning middle and and a long savasana so if yiu are looking for 60 mins this is perfect. I didnt find the music distracting and love her breath so it reminds me to keep breathing. Her ques on poses are great.

By YLB | Tuesday, March 13, 2018
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Excellent class. Great message and sequencing. Not a sweaty class if you re looking for that and I would call it intermediate. I will come back for it again. I feel great all over body, mind, and spirit.

By Tracy | Monday, December 26, 2016
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Wow, challenging class physically and mentally.

By brogli1 | Monday, December 5, 2016
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I really like the progression of poses but there is too much talking in between to really flow. I kept cooling down between sequences. I ll still do it again foot strengthening but not on a day when I want to sweat.

By Rene | Wednesday, September 21, 2016
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Amazing class, one I come back to again and again to test my own limits on any given day. I m always grateful for the challenge I find in Alex s classes, the way she gives you time to try and find each asana, and the way she empowers you to keep reaching and trying. Thanks for being a reason to keep coming back to my mat!

By daria | Saturday, December 5, 2015
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I really tried to make it through the whole class but the music was AWFUL. I couldn t "let go" of the tension the horrible background music was bringing to my nerves. Such a bummer because I appreciated her sequencing. If you can stand the music an an instructor who talks a lot, it might be what you are looking for

By Shirley | Monday, November 16, 2015
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Although slow paced(which is truly to hold poses) and very chatty Alex is full of thoughtfulness and great messaging. The holding of poses makes this class challenging along with the flow and progression of the poses from basic to advanced. Great class.

By melinda | Wednesday, August 5, 2015
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Good class. The music added to this track is not good. Really want to be able to turn off the music!

By StefPete | Wednesday, July 22, 2015
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Quite challenging, yet super fun class - I do this one at least once a week and so far have made major improvements in handstand and advanced wheel modifications. Thank you Alex! You rock!

By Tom | Thursday, April 23, 2015
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Yesterday I did "the gift of light" with Alex. In my review, I had wished it was longer. Boy, Alex delivered in this class. Description suggested that you will get the whole spectrum and you certainly get that. Very challenging practice, there is no chance of being bored. Bottom line, another class for my library.

By Sarah Ethier-Sawyer | Wednesday, November 19, 2014
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What an amazing class! I m always wary of advanced classes because they sometimes mean that the instructor assumes we re advanced on everything. This class is definitely challenging, but the teacher approaches her class in a way that made me feel strong, able and free. Highly recommended!

By carriesimone | Wednesday, July 23, 2014
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I absolutely loved this class. The pace is great, and the poses are challenging. I was very happy that handstand and forearm balance were included - they have not appeared in many yogadowload.com classes I ve taken and I often want to practice them at home. This is a challenging and fun class for more advanced practitioners.

By Carb Nazi | Sunday, March 2, 2014
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I had a lot of fun exploring new poses & letting go of the "I can t" surrounding them.
as mentioned by another yogini, I really liked the vishi to wild thing to wheel. that was really unique!
although I love the way she always brings us back to our intention, this time she was a little too chatty for me. too much rest between poses & sets. the holds on the left side tend to be shorter than the holds on the right side. especially in the supine poses at the end. BIG difference there.
overall, though, I really enjoyed it, and plan to do it again!

By Jessica Lee | Saturday, February 8, 2014
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Great class! Greater challenge.

By Robin Sue | Saturday, January 11, 2014
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I loved this class! But then, I knew I would. Being a Denverite, I get the opportunity to practice with Alex live and in color and she is one of the most gifted yoga instructors I have ever known. I loved this sequence and felt very open and uplifted by the end of the class. Thanks Alex!

By Ginger | Wednesday, November 27, 2013
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Just amazing! This particular session was just what my body has been craving! Thank you!

By LisaB | Tuesday, September 10, 2013
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Side plank to wild thing to wheel! Loved it!
Alex always challenges me physically and compassionately guides me mentally and emotionally on a journey of self discovery- fantastic class!

By EllieC | Wednesday, August 28, 2013
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Lovely class! Challenging asanas while reminding us to "let go" of expectations while practicing. Would ve rated 5-stars but found the class very hard on the wrists. But I will definitely be back for this class again!

By sammohr | Sunday, August 25, 2013
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Loved this class! Alex has the ability to challenge her students with asana while giving a greater gift- her spirit and dharmas that inspire us to take the practice off the mat. I m so grateful that her class is now available on yoga download. Thank you Alex!

By ReneeG | Thursday, August 22, 2013
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This class brings yoga back to its original intention, an exercise for the mind, body, and spirit. Alex continually guides you through the class and keeps you attuned to your state of being. But don t be fooled by the attention to the mind, this class will give you a tough workout!! I was sore for days after doing this class. Alex s elite athlete status is apparent and this class provides some challenging poses to work towards in your practice. I recommend this class to anyone looking for an all around good yoga experience!!