Strength & Grace is built on the wisdom, heart, and presence of each teacher—and the deep connections they form with those they serve.

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The testimonials below reflect the impact of our offerings, from classes and workshops to one-on-one sessions and beyond. Each voice shares a glimpse into the care, intention, and transformation that define the Strength & Grace experience.

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Uli & Alfons Staerk, Tai Chi 

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“I loved learning Tai Chi - it is not what I expected and it is very engaging. I enjoyed how low pressure the class was, making the complex movements approachable.”
 
“The relaxed atmosphere. There was no pressure to be perfect. Every effort was made to ensure we could see what was being demonstrated.”
 
“Alfons did an amazing job explaining and teaching the form, the philosophy, and the principles of Tai Chi. His passion for martial arts is very apparent and infectious and his patience teaching beginners was very lovely.”
 
"Exemplary instruction!! Class size. How comfortable we were made to feel... Very non-competitive, easy to participate, always encouraged to ask questions, etc."

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Amy Strom, Yoga Therapy

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"Amy is an outstanding diagnostician who is also an expert practitioner, she offers basics, options and motivational challenges all in one setting. She gets to know her students and tailors her classes to their situations. She shows her caring, spiritual and fun sides… always. Amy gets to know us and remembers what we tell her about our lives. She is a role model at the highest level, she is constantly teaching – telling us what, why, how and ways to apply the practice daily. Her skills, her approach and her perceptiveness make her unique.  We all benefit from her love, skill, voice, and touch."  - Mary Ann

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Tracy Heck, Yoga

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"Thank You for providing such a wonderful experience! You never fail to teach wonderful things about yoga. For example today, it was great learning more about the breathing process. I can't say enough, or put into words how wonderful it has been to be a part of your studio. Thank you, thank you thank you....you are awesome!" - Mary White

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"Thoughtful, gracious instruction that is patient and erudite, different styles of presentation such as the concrete clarity of a science teacher or the sensitive awareness of a former physical therapist all work well for the cautious newcomer. Well Done!"  - Michael

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"I just wanted to tell you how much I am enjoying and getting out of your yoga classes. Every class is an hour of real pleasure for me. Every day I start with yoga is better than one I don’t."  - Peg

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"I can’t tell you how much I like the classes I’ve taken with Tracy, both emotionally and physically. The classes lead me to a calm, confident place I just had no idea could result from a yoga class. Plus I feel the physical strengthening. The classes are truly wonderful! Thanks for providing them."  - Sarah

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"I like your emotional and spiritual approach to yoga.  I like how you are relaxed and free, keeping it comfortable, relational and human. I find that the pure movement, physical exercise and focus required to participate in yoga promotes stress-relief alone."  - Jen

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"I never get the time after class (or think of it before) to tell you how much I love taking my classes from you and what a difference you've made in my life. I always come away from your class feeling centered and focused on what is really important. I guess that you could say that you are my favorite yoga instructor. Thank you so very much. What you do really makes the world a better place."  - Dolores

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"I wanted to let you know that today's yoga class was incredible. I felt so much positive loving energy emanating from you and the others in our group. I love attending this class."  - John

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"I want to express my thanks and admiration to you for the amazing environment you create in your classes. You are doing an outstanding job!!!! You and your charisma make the classes really enjoyable by focusing more on breathing and meditation. I personally thank you because your classes helped me a lot in balancing my life in all aspects." - Ruby

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Turi Hetherington, Yoga, LPF Hypopressive Training & iRest Yoga Nidra

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"After attending 6 months of Turi’s Low Pressure Fitness class, my lungs, diaphragm and my overall breathing has improved greatly. I never realized how compromised my breathing was, until I realized I could take my daily walk without being breathless. Thank you Turi!" - Cyndi

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"As a 45 year old woman, Low Pressure Fitness with Turi has been fantastic for finding a path to health, physically AND mentally!  I love that class is a little different every day and I leave feeling stronger physically but also calmer mentally; my nervous system has been reset!"  - Jen W

“If you’ve never taken a class with Turi I highly recommend you do! I reached out to Turi to try LPF after my naturopath suggested I try a breathing exercise of some sort. Once I got the hang of it I was in love. Turi weaves her magic with a beautiful flow of yoga and LPF to give each and every person that walks through the door their strength and grace for the day ahead. Turi is truly a gift in our community.” - TM

 

"Turi is a compassionate and attentive practitioner. I felt more peaceful and joyful after an iRest Yoga Nidra session with her! Highly recommend any session with Turi to cultivate more strength and grace." - Chloe

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"Turi, you’re the best, most wise, most well informed movement teacher I’ve ever had. Your class organization–sequence, flows, intentions–is superb. Every session is new. Same principles in different sequences. Always fresh." - Lynn

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"Turi is magical! I can move my body in ways that I never thought I could. I have less tension in my upper back, neck, shoulders and ribs. My posture and flexibility have improved. I breathe easier and have less pain." - Tammy

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"The practice of LPF is a remarkable way to integrate mind and body using specific breathing and strengthening techniques. It has been easy and natural to bring into everyday life and into my other fitness practices. Turi is a true healer–you must experience her class, if you have the opportunity!" - RK

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"I see my strength improving and my pain decreasing. I absolutely love coming to classes. I love Turi’s energy as a teacher and the space she has created–the knowledge she brings, the poems she reads, the photos in the studio. It feels like a physical therapy class for me with a beautiful spiritual component." - Becky

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​“Turi has created Strength & Grace for her many followers and a space for other practitioners to share their gifts. Turi is a teacher who is always present with her calm spirit and many skills within Yoga practices. Strength & Grace is a welcoming safe space to grow, share and heal with mindfulness and positivity… And yes, Grace!!!! With gratitude, Colleen.”

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"I love walking into Turi's studio, an oasis of calm. Her photos of sunrises in nature surround the space. I become joyous and uplifted! Turi is a skilled and loving teacher. Her voice is soft and clear... The poetry reading she shares awaken my heart and soul, flooding me with love and kindness. The gentle slow moving sequence she teaches allows me 'room' to notice and feel what is happening in my inner landscape. Namaskar, Turi. Gratefully Linda H.C."

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Kathleen Karlsen, Mantra & Kirtan

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"About six years ago when I was in a time of very deep grief, a dear friend invited me to attend Vocal Medicine kirtan.  We went to a couple of Kathleen's events, and then to a series of her workshops--and I have been a Vocal Medicine "regular" ever since!  The healing power of sacred mantras has changed my life, and the wonderful community is an added gift. I love to join my voice with others in this joyous spiritual practice. I am profoundly grateful for the wealth of information on Kathleen's website and for the opportunity to chant every day with the beautiful music on her YouTube channel. Thank you, Kathleen and friends!" - DMW

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"What a joy to see people of all ages and backgrounds coming together to share an evening of mantras and kirtan! I am so grateful to be able to attend!" - Nancy

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"I’ve learned that singing mantras presses the tongue to the roof of the mouth, stimulating the hypothalamus.... I’ve been singing mantras for years and this is the first time I’ve experienced healing a specific condition [headaches] with one. I am in awe!" - A.C.