Davenport · Florida
Yoga is for everyone
Never too old, too young,
or too out of shape.
¿Hablas español? ¡Yo también!
with Odalis Recchia
E-RYT 200 · RCYT · YACEP, Yoga Alliance
Hi, I'm Odalis.
I started practicing yoga for my own well-being. After seeing the transformation the practice of yoga gave to my own body and mind, I decided to share yoga with others.
I used to carry my heavy bags of yoga supplies to children's yoga classes. With the enthusiastic support of my family and faithful students, I took a leap of faith, and the Purple Mat Yoga studio was born.
After teaching in New Jersey and New York, I'm now in Davenport, Florida.
I love helping everyone, no matter your religion, sexual orientation or physical condition. I'm here to serve.
Aquí todos son bienvenidos.
I teach in English, and I can teach in Spanish too.
My training
- RYT 200: 200-hour yoga teacher certification, Ramapo College
- E-RYT 200: Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher, Yoga Alliance
- RCYT: Registered Children's Yoga Teacher, Yoga Alliance
- YACEP: Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider
- Children's yoga, Young Mountain Children's Yoga Program
- Led a yoga workshop at Ramapo College
- Reiki master
- Personal trainer
A gentle method of practice
In my teaching I combine different styles of yoga while emphasizing the Sri Krishnamacharya tradition which focuses on a gentle method of practice, employing a technique of repetition and stay vs. static poses.
I use posture modification according to the individual student's needs.
I encourage you to listen to your body and I use props to help my students get into poses.
I also use music and aromatherapy in my classes. I want to create a sense of a healthy community through my classes, and I want to help you develop an interest in yoga not only in once-a-week classes, but also to take yoga with you to practice in your home.
Yoga is a way to connect the Body and Mind
Yoga for everyone
I enjoy teaching yoga to everyone, from children to adults and seniors.
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Kids' yoga
Yoga for children, with my training from the Young Mountain Children's Yoga Program.
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Hatha yoga for adults
I adapt each pose to you and use props, so you can listen to your body.
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Chair yoga for seniors
Gentle yoga with the support of a chair, for mature and golden age adults. Let's age gracefully together!
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Corporate & private classes
Yoga for your team at work, or a private class just for you or your group.
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Veterans: free class when there's space
Veterans practice free in my group classes when there's an open spot. Text me first so I can save you one.
Text OdalisThis week's schedule
For this week's class times, text me. No studio address: I teach in Davenport, Florida, and on site for groups and companies.
Text me for class timesFrom my students
What students say about my classes, from my first studio to today.
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Hacía muchos años que no practicaba yoga. Lo que más me gusta son los estiramientos, y esta clase tuvo muchos. A mí no me gusta sostener una postura mucho rato; aquí los tiempos fueron cortos y siempre con dos bloques que te ayudan cuando el cuerpo no da. Esa noche dormí mucho mejor, y al día siguiente sentí los músculos trabajados, sin que fuera tan duro como el gimnasio. La clase es en inglés y yo no hablo mucho, pero Odalis va despacio y está pendiente de ti: lo que no entendía me lo mostraba con una seña, o lo veía en el compañero de al lado. Pude hacer la clase completa.
I hadn't practiced yoga in many years. What I love most is stretching, and this class had plenty of it. I don't enjoy holding a pose for long; here the holds were short and always supported by two blocks that help when your body won't reach. I slept much better that night, and the next day I could feel the muscles I'd worked, without it being as hard as the gym. The class is in English and I don't speak much, but Odalis goes slowly and keeps an eye on you: whatever I didn't understand, she showed me with a gesture, or I followed the person next to me. I did the whole class.
Gustavo -
Love Purple Mat Yoga, love our instructor, Odalis! Her light, fun, outgoing spirit and knowledge of yoga makes this class always interesting and fun. It's a great way to strengthen yourself and at the same time find relaxation. Love it!
Diane -
I've been doing yoga with Odalis since the very beginning of “Purple Mat Yoga” […]. I keep taking her classes because she is not only an excellent and supportive teacher, but also because the sense of community and friendship she has established is something I value. All the way from Sun Salutation to Shavasana her classes are a real treat. Feel free to set your intention toward your body and mind wellbeing and enjoy a new lifestyle without regrets. Love, Light, and Gratitude
Carolina -
Aside from Odalis being so personable and caring her classes are very diverse. You can start at an easy level in chair or slow move yoga and work your way up […]!! You have to try it!
Beverly
Come and join me,
and keep yourself forever flexible, strong, balanced and at ease!
