July 26, 2016. “Upon entering the Wake Me Up Yoga classes at the studio in Healing Massage Plus in Corrales, everyone is greeted by Julie Deife, the very accomplished yoga instructor. The space is roomy, climate controlled and soft music plays in the background which adds to the feeling of calmness. Individuals take yoga classes for a variety of reasons – mine are to help alleviate anxiety and improve my balance. I always leave feeling refreshed and invigorated. It’s a wonderful gift to give yourself.” – Corrales, NM female resident in her late 60’s
July 29, 2016. “I’m picky about yoga teachers, looking for years of experience and knowledge of the philosophical foundations of yoga practice. Julie Deife has all that. Now that Julie offers group classes in Corrales, I am pleased that more yoga students will be able to benefit. For many years I practiced yoga mainly to maintain flexibility and strength as I age. More recently my focus has expanded to include other aspects of yoga as well as meditation. Julie has been my ideal guide. I believe that whatever the need, these yoga classes are likely to be helpful.” – Janet Braziel, Corrales, NM
From students taking private sessions and public classes:
July 26, 2016: “I am returning to yoga after many years and very happy that Julie Deife is teaching near my home in Corrales. I am a preschool teacher and had been seeking a yoga instructor who could help me restore balance in my busy life. I have had four private lessons with Julie and feel that the knowledge, wisdom and practice that she teaches has given me a great new beginning. I leave each class with gratitude and new insights into my well- being. The yoga studio is beautiful and respectful. I highly recommend Wake Me Up Yoga with Julie Deife to ANYONE! I am ready to make positive changes in my life and I found the right instructor to help me on my way.” – Mary Bliss, age 58
August 16, 2016: “New to yoga, I hesitantly contacted Julie about two months ago. My doctor had recommended yoga for my aching knees and to deal with stress from other events in my life, but I was wary of too much too fast. I followed her suggestion to start with private session(s) before moving to the public classes, though I have continued the private sessions. She started with a thorough evaluation and has developed an evolving program that has resulted in increased flexibility, improved balance, reduction of pain in my knees, and a feeling of calm and invigoration. The public classes are small enough that no one gets lost. How fortunate to have Julie in Cororales!” – Sally Mayeux, age 69
June 2015: “I really appreciate Julie’s approach to my issues and the way she was so respectful and considerate of the heavy stuff I am dealing with. Last night, when reviewing our session, the thought came to me that I am just beginning to give myself the time and space to stop feeling so pained and sad, and to instead focus on myself and who I am becoming, and what I want to do in my future. That was comforting.” – Corrales resident, 50+
