Yoga on the Vine

I was organizing a bachelorette party of 9 girls, mostly from socal, visiting the Napa region. We rented an amazing house to stay at for the weekend and I was looking for a private yoga session since this is one of the activities the bride to be enjoys. Dorene was awesome! The price included yoga mats (since we were travelling and would not be packing that kind of item in our luggage) She came on time and we set up in the pool house. I was concerned about the intensity level since some of the girls hadn’t done yoga before and one was pregnant. She was able to cater to our groups needs. Everyone enjoyed themselves (especially the baby pose! =P) She’s very personable and I highly recommend her if you need a fun group activity. Thanks again!

I finally understand what all of the fuss is about! I think I’m becoming a yogi — slowly but surely. Dorene is incredible. She’s very patient with my husband and I (we’re extremely new to yoga). We joined her Thursday classes this month and look forward to Thursdays every week. I honestly teared up the first night at the end of our first session — it was a very spiritual, decompressing experience. I need more yoga and Dorene in my life. I can’t wait for it to become a bit cooler so we can experience outdoor yoga on the vine.
Quick tip: If you’re new to yoga like me — give yourself adequate time to get there and set up — this allows for a better and more relaxing overall experience.

As a male, I was somewhat skeptical of trying yoga. I’m also a long distance bicyclist and knew stretching was my weakness. About a year ago I started with a gentle stretch class and loved it. I continued, taking up to two classes a week. It’s increased my range of motion and my back pain has disappeared. All the instructors are experienced, friendly, and caring. The classes are conducted at the winery surrounded by beautiful vineyards, wheat fields, and wild life. Highly recommend it!

I love Yoga on the Vine! I just wrapped up my first session and can’t wait for the next session to start. The instructors are fun and helpful and the entire group is pleasant to be around. What I particularly love is that the practices are held outside (weather permitting). Yoga is good for the body and mind and so is feeling the breeze on your face and watching the birds fly over the landscape. After each practice I always feel calm yet full of life. Definitely worthwhile.

Yoga on the vine is outdoor yoga overlooking a vineyard with fabulous yoga teachers. It can’t get much better than that!