I highly recommend the Center for Iyengar Yoga for all who have an interest in connecting body, mind and breath to serve your well-being. Under the instruction of the Center Director, Christopher Briney, everyone can learn to make these vital connections within. No matter your age, perceived physical limitations, Chris will work with you and meet you where you are on your yoga journey. Whether you are a beginner, new to the Iyengar method or advanced and looking to deepen your practice, this is the studio for you. The sessions are like semesters which are great for development of your practice. Drop-in classes are also available for those wanting to give it a try. There is much value in having a teacher who is also a continuing student. The Center Director continues to take classes from Prashant Iyengar and the value is passed on to those fortunate enough to study at The Center for Iyengar Yoga Royal Oak. Classes are also available online. In person classes offer the additional benefit of all necessary equipment being provided including mats. The studio is beautiful and clean. The teaching includes philosophy of yoga and personalized attention to detail as the Director takes the time to get to know you and any physical limitations that may require alternative pose options. Classes at The Center for Iyengar Yoga Royal Oak have a positive health impact that goes beyond the physical.
Erica Treais-Holm
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January 25, 2020
Chris is an extraordinary yoga instructor! I've studied at a few different Iyengar studios throughout the USA & Canada and Chris has been the most personable and effective in advancing my understandings of my body, breath and postures. I came to CFIY with a few injuries and Chris always had an option or idea to help me better the postures for my particular body. This place is an absolute must if you're curious about progressing your practice or looking to start a yoga practice!
Judy Wachler
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July 17, 2023
I started practicing yoga in 1970. Many years, schools and teachers later, I met Chris and have benefited from his teaching more than ever before. He brings wisdom, devotion and careful attention to each student in his presence. With his guidance my practice has deepened in every respect. As a huge side-benefit, the significant scoliosis pain I had when I first came to him has been greatly reduced. I am grateful!
Joe Luther
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December 16, 2020
When I first came to Chris I was a 58 year old man who previously had multiple sports injuries and lower back surgery. I had tried yoga a few times before over the years at other local yoga studios. Each time I left disappointed feeling like the helpless beginner that I was. Despite these unfulfilling attempts I knew that yoga could be good for me if I could just find the instructor/studio who could help me get started and give me the confidence to continue forward. I am so grateful to the friend who referred me to Chris. His kind and compassionate attention to his students combined with his teaching the more traditional method of Iyengar yoga makes him the ideal instructor for novices like me. As we age we too often lament about activities that we can no longer do, with Chris the opposite has been true for me. In the past 2.5 years Chris has taught me how to use and understand my body in ways that I never would have imagined. If you have always wanted to learn and practice yoga but haven't because you believe that you're too old, too brittle, too injured, too inexperienced, or all of these things -- PLEASE give Chris and the Center For Iyengar Yoga a try.
Michelle Akler
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June 19, 2017
I cannot say enough great things about Living Tradition Yoga. I first visited 5 years ago, a yoga skeptic thinking it may help my hip bursitis. Well, not only is my bursitis cured, but my life has literally been transformed by attending the outstanding yoga classes led by certified junior intermediate Iyengar instructor Chris Briney. He is so knowledgeable, personable, and accessible to all levels of student. Even if you believe yoga is not for you, I encourage you to give this studio a try. Chris is the best!
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I highly recommend the Center for Iyengar Yoga for all who have an interest in connecting body, mind and breath to serve your well-being. Under the instruction of the Center Director, Christopher Briney, everyone can learn to make these vital connections within. No matter your age, perceived physical limitations, Chris will work with you and meet you where you are on your yoga journey. Whether you are a beginner, new to the Iyengar method or advanced and looking to deepen your practice, this is the studio for you. The sessions are like semesters which are great for development of your practice. Drop-in classes are also available for those wanting to give it a try. There is much value in having a teacher who is also a continuing student. The Center Director continues to take classes from Prashant Iyengar and the value is passed on to those fortunate enough to study at The Center for Iyengar Yoga Royal Oak. Classes are also available online. In person classes offer the additional benefit of all necessary equipment being provided including mats. The studio is beautiful and clean. The teaching includes philosophy of yoga and personalized attention to detail as the Director takes the time to get to know you and any physical limitations that may require alternative pose options. Classes at The Center for Iyengar Yoga Royal Oak have a positive health impact that goes beyond the physical.
Chris is an extraordinary yoga instructor! I've studied at a few different Iyengar studios throughout the USA & Canada and Chris has been the most personable and effective in advancing my understandings of my body, breath and postures. I came to CFIY with a few injuries and Chris always had an option or idea to help me better the postures for my particular body. This place is an absolute must if you're curious about progressing your practice or looking to start a yoga practice!
I started practicing yoga in 1970. Many years, schools and teachers later, I met Chris and have benefited from his teaching more than ever before. He brings wisdom, devotion and careful attention to each student in his presence. With his guidance my practice has deepened in every respect. As a huge side-benefit, the significant scoliosis pain I had when I first came to him has been greatly reduced. I am grateful!
When I first came to Chris I was a 58 year old man who previously had multiple sports injuries and lower back surgery. I had tried yoga a few times before over the years at other local yoga studios. Each time I left disappointed feeling like the helpless beginner that I was. Despite these unfulfilling attempts I knew that yoga could be good for me if I could just find the instructor/studio who could help me get started and give me the confidence to continue forward. I am so grateful to the friend who referred me to Chris. His kind and compassionate attention to his students combined with his teaching the more traditional method of Iyengar yoga makes him the ideal instructor for novices like me. As we age we too often lament about activities that we can no longer do, with Chris the opposite has been true for me. In the past 2.5 years Chris has taught me how to use and understand my body in ways that I never would have imagined. If you have always wanted to learn and practice yoga but haven't because you believe that you're too old, too brittle, too injured, too inexperienced, or all of these things -- PLEASE give Chris and the Center For Iyengar Yoga a try.
I cannot say enough great things about Living Tradition Yoga. I first visited 5 years ago, a yoga skeptic thinking it may help my hip bursitis. Well, not only is my bursitis cured, but my life has literally been transformed by attending the outstanding yoga classes led by certified junior intermediate Iyengar instructor Chris Briney. He is so knowledgeable, personable, and accessible to all levels of student. Even if you believe yoga is not for you, I encourage you to give this studio a try. Chris is the best!