I recently attended a class with Liz, and unfortunately, I had a very negative experience. During the class, I felt that Liz was unnecessarily harsh when correcting my posture. Even when I made a mistake, she commented in a way that felt dismissive and condescending,...
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I recently attended a class with Liz, and unfortunately, I had a very negative experience. During the class, I felt that Liz was unnecessarily harsh when correcting my posture. Even when I made a mistake, she commented in a way that felt dismissive and condescending, saying things like, 'We don't want to do this, this is easy. Everyone would do this if it's easy.' This approach made me feel uncomfortable and discouraged, especially as a beginner trying to learn.
Later, during another class with a different instructor, I had to step out because I was feeling lightheaded and dizzy due to the heat. Liz was outside and, instead of being understanding, she rudely questioned why I left. She insisted that I shouldn’t have stepped out, even when I was clearly struggling. I could barely respond as I was feeling weak, yet she continued to follow me, asking why I left and telling me I shouldn’t have done that. I found this behavior to be not only inconsiderate but also quite insensitive to my well-being.
On a positive note, I had much better experiences with other instructors, such as Paula, Nannine, and Seema. Paula, especially, was incredibly encouraging, which meant a lot to me as a beginner. She made me feel supported and motivated, helping me to focus on my practice without fear of judgment. Nannine and Seema were also wonderful, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere. I felt much more at ease in their classes and appreciated their positive, inclusive teaching styles.
Overall, I think there’s room for improvement in how Liz interacts with students, especially for begineers when it comes to being more patient and empathetic. Yoga should be a supportive environment, and unfortunately, my experience with her was far from that