“Maria is the most thoughtful and nurturing yoga teacher I have ever met. I have tried various classes with different teachers over the years, but I feel I have only been able to truly strengthen my practice under her guidance. Maria provides instruction that is easy to follow and has a way of describing a movement or adjustment that makes it suddenly all fall into place. Her classes are equal parts encouraging and challenging, without ever pushing unsafely beyond her students' abilities. I always looked forward to classes with Maria and left them feeling stronger and more centered. — Jessica Z.
Maria Hochnowski is one of the best yoga teachers I have experienced and I have gone to some of the best studios in Manhattan. Maria is professional and creates a safe atmosphere to really experience yoga. The classes are focused and she inspires you to get into the practice and breathe and continually make the practice your own. Her classes build strength and flexibility and have a harmonious experience in body, mind and spirit. Her instructions have clarity and she is always available for questions and assists, if desired.” — Maggie
“Maria has been my teacher for over a year. I find her teaching style so encouraging and empowering. She has helped to build my inner and outer strength and has taught me to connect and be flexible in Yoga and in life.” — Lauren R.
“I took many classes with Maria and they spoke to me because she teaches from the heart, she brings creativity and her body awareness to her yogis- as a dancer and long-time yoga teacher she has so much experience to share through a variety of yoga styles.” — Marta
“I discovered Maria’s classes and am now a regular, bringing friends and neighbors with me to enjoy her classes too. I love how she checks in with everyone at the beginning of class to see how they’re feeling in their bodies and tailors the class accordingly. It’s the perfect balance of movement, relaxation and mindfulness and a Saturday morning class with Maria is usually the highlight of my weekends.”— Erin Z.
