Niedra Gabriel
Niedra Gabriel is a seasoned Pilates and Yoga instructor who takes a holistic approach to understanding the body and exploring its tremendous gifts and potential. With over thirty years of experience, Niedra first began teaching Pilates and Yoga in the 1970’s. She believes we are spiritual beings having a physical experience, and that the practice of Pilates and Yoga helps us connect with that spiritually and enhances our overall awareness and lifestyles. A certified Pilates instructor since 1994, Niedra trained directly under Romana Kryzanowska, a protégé of Joseph Pilates, and was certified by the New York Pilates Guild. She developed her respect for technique, which she cites as the “key to freedom” after studying Yoga under B.K.S. Iyengar in India in the 70’s. She has also been... Read MoreWorkshops by Niedra Gabriel
Niedra Gabriel
Side Body Strengthening
Niedra Gabriel
" I love it I wish the schools would teach this way "
Maigualida G (Hands On Assistance for Effective Teaching)
" Niedra expertly shares so many refreshing ways to strengthen the often neglected side body-a must see if you want to stay strong and healthy. "
Zoe F (Side Body Strengthening )
" This workshop was tremendously informative and enlightening. It was beneficial to revisit these concepts from a different perspective. "
Tonya T (Side Body Strengthening )
" Niedra Gabriel is a fabulous teacher! I learned a lot that will improve both my teaching and my personal practice. "
Stacey D B (Side Body Strengthening )
" Wonderful workshop! Great cues and hands on ideas! "
valerie p (Hands On Assistance for Effective Teaching)
" Great instructor...Her cueing is phenomenal... "
jess r (Side Body Strengthening )
" Excellent workshop! "
Maria V (Side Body Strengthening )
" This is one of the most useful workshops I've done. Since I mainly teach private clients in a studio I think that hands-on work is something that's most appreciated. Some great cueing and new exercises or versions that I look forward to trying out. I hope to see more hands-on workshops! "
Ellen L (Hands On Assistance for Effective Teaching)
" I love this workshop. Niedra is very clear and concise. Have had lots of positive feedback from clients with much of this work. Not to mention it has been helpful for my own personal practice. "
Caitlin H (Side Body Strengthening )
" Niedra, I love the way you explain the exercises, eventually the variations, the why and how. This workshop will help with specific needs in people with unbalanced from beginners to advanced level, on the mat but also apparatus. "
Nicole K (Side Body Strengthening )
" Great workshop! Niedra is very knowledgeable and articulate. "
Lauren K (Hands On Assistance for Effective Teaching)
" I love Niedra and her clear cues to opening and strengthening the side body. I can’t wait to apply these exercises to my students. Thank you Neidra!!! "
judith j (Side Body Strengthening )
" Absolutely loved it! I have taken several courses, and this one has been the best! Niedra\'s cues and explanations are fantastic! "
Ginger P (Side Body Strengthening )
" Wonderful hands on cueing "
Ann K (Hands On Assistance for Effective Teaching)
" Loved this workshop. It gave me some new fun ideas to begin incorporating with my clients. Thank you! "
Pamella D A (Hands On Assistance for Effective Teaching)
" This workshop gave me a new perspective and appreciation for the side body. Niedra's teaching style was enticing and beautiful. Watching her teach Jen inspired an eagerness to get into the studio and feel that same strength and length in my own side body as well as share with my clients. "
Lisa L (Side Body Strengthening )