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Maria Goroztieta, Instructor

Maria came to Canada from Mexico almost 9 years ago. Soon after, she realized how life in the West Coast is health driven. Eventually Maria decided to try a Bikram Yoga class at the Kitsilano studio. A couple of months later she had to stop attending classes due to very severe pains in her shoulders and neck. Almost 6 months later Maria was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis - an immune disorder. Overweight and with severe pains in most of her upper body joints, Maria was open to try Bikram Yoga again. At this point she began to practice at the Richmond Studio and has consistently for two years now.

Over the past two years Maria has lost almost 50 pounds and Bikram Yoga has become a huge part of her life. She was able to change her body by changing her mind. Maria has found transformation by perspiration. She has become more tolerant, stronger, healthier, and happier.

She decided to embark herself deeper into Bikram Yoga by becoming a teacher. Maria wanted to give back to people the gift that she received from her own teachers, studio owners and classmates. She graduated from teacher training in Hawaii, spring of 2007. She loves teaching, and being able to stay connected with her students.

Through yoga, Maria has achieved not only overall good health and wellbeing, but also personal growth, self knowledge and confidence, combined with deeper appreciation and humility.

“Get out of fear to enjoy life and to enjoy this yoga. I encourage you to come to yoga with an open heart and open mind; expect to work hard and to be challenged; prepare to empower and heal yourself…and have some fun!"

Namaste!