What Others Say About Evolutionary Yoga

 

"Kevin Kortan's approach to proper technique, posture and strength through the system of Yoga can go a long way towards the prevention of injury, especially of the back, as well as the onset of osteoarthritis and senile osteoporosis. He brings a seriousness of mission and an intellectual curiosity to his profession."

-- Peter Bullough, M.D.
Professor of Pathology, Cornell University Medical College
Director of Laboratory Medicine, Hospital for Special Surgery

"I find Kevin to be a superior teacher, with excellent knowledge of yoga, how the body works, and how to teach -- safely. He has a professional, courteous and gentle approach, and is supportive and caring."

-- Marcia Sirota, M.D.
Maimonides Medical Center

"Kevin Kortan is a thoughful, intelligent, and supportive yoga therapist. Following two knee operations, Kevin helped me recover my strength, flexibility, and balance. He taught me how to create less tension in my body, and how to relax my mind -- to create a state of inner well being. I was particularly impressed with the way Kevin personalized all of our sessions, protecting my knees, while getting my whole body back into shape. Kevin is a gifted yoga teacher, and I can attest to his integrity and generous healing spirit."

-- Carol B. Traynor, Special Assistant to the Office
of the First Lady of the City of New York

"Kevin's classes have a great sense of flow. He paces the class very carefully, presenting the asanas in a logical and enjoyable way. Kevin is a dedicated and creative teacher."

-- Victoria Anderson
Dancer/Personal Trainer

"Kevin has been my yoga teacher for almost three years and have attended his weekly classes regularly and enthusiastically. He is an exceptionally talented teacher, indeed, who manages to bring a sensibility to the practice of yoga that is rare and greatly appreciated. This is evident in how crowded his classes are, with people having to sign up first thing in the morning, hours ahead, to reserve a space -- and this on a Saturday morning when many of us would rather just be "taking it easy." In fact, so popular were his classes, that has expanded his Saturday morning offering to two classes -- and most of us stay for both!!! His giftedness as a teacher can be seen in his ability to reach out to each member of his class with great interest, gentleness, and sensitivity, introducing an aura of peace and comfort that comes from a true acceptance of each person's individuality. He is true to the spirit of yoga. He does not impose a one-for-all standard in any aspect of the class. Rather, he guides you to reach your own place in the larger scheme of things, respecting each individual's inner and outer space. He is a true believer of a basic yoga tenet, that of Ahimsa -- cautioning us that this requires of us not only to refrain from violence against others, but also against our own selves. Within the context of the class, this translates into not mindlessly engaging in asanas or physical movements that in any way cause the individual pain or discomfort. Undoubtedly very knowledgeable about yoga and other approaches to stretching the confines of one's body and mind, he brings a wealth of knowledge to class. Thus, it is not merely a class of physical activity, but of psychological and emotional growth and rejuvenation. We are able, once again, to enjoy the process of learning and growing as adults in Kevin's class, and for that we are all extremely grateful. Our only regret is that we cannot have him teach us with even greater frequency."

-- Gita Brenner, Ph.D.

 

See also: Private Yoga Lessons, Yoga Therapy, Restorative Yoga