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About Yoga with Susan

Dedicated to lifelong learning of yoga and many healing modalities, Susan offers Zoom classes in addition to small classes in her new studio. Susan’s classes will help you learn yoga by gaining some basic knowledge of anatomy so that you can come to know & feel your body’s structure. Susan provides a calming environment for anyone looking to practice yoga and nurture their mind-body-soul connection. 

Classes With Susan Merritt

Susan Merritt is the kind of yoga teacher you search for – thorough knowledge of anatomy, great sense of humor, experience grounded in serious study and many years of teaching, and finally a serenity of spirit to help you find what you need from your yoga practice.

Strength
Balance
Serenity

Find Your Balance

Dedicated to lifelong learning & sharing what she’s learned, Susan offers small in person classes, Zoom classes for groups and individuals. Yoga is a great way to fill your self-care tool box and help you find balance, both on and off the mat. 

And Susan has a real gift for personalizing instructions. Susan has a real gift for personalizing precise instructions with clear descriptions and vivid images that help you know what the pose should feel like. You’ll learn to do the poses safely within your body’s range of strength & flexibility and soon find that your body is changing.


A message from your yoga instructor

"In my classes I wish to bring the student into a closer relationship with their body and their being. I describe the intricacies of the poses, making suggestions to guide the focus inward, to build awareness of the rich interrelationship of the body, the breath, and the mind. It gives me great joy to take people on this journey."

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A black and white drawing of a person 's leg and foot.
A black and white drawing of a person 's leg muscles.
A black and white drawing of a man 's torso and muscles.

Coming to know the layers & layers of anatomy…. a never ending discovery of joy for the body & being. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question? I have the answers. Call me at (831) 459-8613  for more assistance.

  • Can you tell me more about Yoga with Susan Merritt?

    Yoga with Susan Merritt is a yoga studio here in Felton. My goal is to help you find comfort, strength, and flexibility through your yoga practice. I provide a calming and welcoming environment for anyone looking to practice yoga and nurture their mind-body-soul connection. At my yoga studio, you’ll find compassionate, caring lessons that will guide you through your practice allowing you to discover the benefits of this ancient wellness practice. With guidance from Susan, you can utilize your practice to increase flexibility, oxygen flow, and awareness of your body. I can’t wait to meet you and guide you on your path to healing and wellness. Stop by my yoga studio today or give me a call to get started on your healing journey. 

  • What experience does Susan Merritt have?

    I have been teaching Yoga for 40 years. and have studied Yoga and other movement modalities from many wonderful teachers over the years.

    My primary teacher for study of Hatha Yoga in the lineage of B.K.S. Iyengar has been the internationally renowned Ramanand Patel. Ramanand, trained as a civil engineer, instilled her  with an understanding of sound structure and movement in the Yoga postures.

    In 1987, I was fortunate to be in a group with Ramanand and 20 of his students in a 3-week intensive training at the Iyengar Institute in Pune, India.  Iyengar’s daughter, Geeta was the main teacher for the 3 weeks, but Iyengar himself was very much in the room, and he would not hesitate to jump in at any time to drive home a point in his powerful and rather intimidating style. I have studied with other fine Yoga teachers, such as Kofi Busia, Judith Lasater, and Doug Keller.  Additionally, Moshe Feldenkrais’ Awareness Through Movement deeply influences my process of learning and teaching.


  • What should I wear to a yoga class?

    The most important thing is to just wear comfortable clothes that you can move easily in. Many people like to wear semi-form fitting or form-fitting clothing. This is because we do poses standing, sitting, on our stomachs and on our backs and sometimes upside down, so sometimes tops may slip down or if you may step on your pants is your clothing is too lose. 

  • Are you offering Zoom classes?

    Besides in-person classes & workshops, Susan offers Zoom classes.  Your body can enjoy a class wherever you are. She also has classes up on YouTube. 

  • What if I have never taken yoga?

    Susan loves to teach those new to yoga.  She teaches with very detailed descriptions and gives beginners easier options for the poses.  They’ll be a class for beginners on the schedule soon. Susan would love to give you a half-hour free private session to get you going.  Feel free to call, text, or email Susan


    831-459-8613 

    susanmerrittyoga@gmail.com

Yoga in Felton, CA