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ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR
WendyO, RYT/C.Y.T., is a Yoga Instructor, Certified Yoga Therapist and an Actor originally from Hattiesburg, Mississippi. She has a B.F.A. in Theatre Perfromance from U.S.M., with a strong theatre, dance and movement background. A skilled instructor, Wendy guides the mind/body/soul through the ancient practice of yoga by first establishing a connection to Prana (life force energy). She earned her first yoga teaching certification in 2005 at Yoga Villa from Brenda Strong, E-RYT 500 & Tom Henri.
Wendy obtained her 200-hour teaching certification from founders Ganga White and Tracey Rich of the world renown White Lotus Foundation in Santa Barbara, and received the title "RYT." (Registered Yoga Teacher) from the Yoga Alliance. Wendy also completed the Pre-Natal Teacher Training with Certified Anusara Teacher, Jessica Jennings, at City Yoga. Along with her teaching specialty as a Strong Yoga4FertilityTM teacher (created by Brenda Strong), Wendy also privately facilitates Pre & Post-Natal sessions and works with women to rehabilitate pelvic disorders through yoga, breathwork and body awareness.
Currently about half way complete, Wendy is now earning her 500 hour certification in the prestigious Yoga Therapy Rx program. Offered by Larry Payne, Ph.D., at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, she is learning from 'the best of the best' including Larry Payne, Ph.D, Sherry Brourman, P.T, E-RYT 500, Eden Goldman, DC, C.Y.T, E-RYT, Dr. Rick Morris , Jamie Shaw Champion, M.P.T./C.Y.T., and Leslie Kaminoff.
Wendy continues her journey of yoga with curiosity and recognizes it as a boundless learning experience.
Her classes and private sessions offer a fun and safe space for students to be educated, while also making discoveries of what works for them, in their own practice, that particular day. She encourages everyone to embrace both their breakthroughs and limitations, without judgment and with a good ‘ole dose of humor.
Wendy teaches her group classes at Jade Apple Yoga in NoHo and Yoga House in Pasadena, as well as co-teaching Yoga for Fertility workshops at Two Hearts Yoga in Sherman Oaks. She is available for privates, semi-privates and corporate groups.
Wendy is a proud member of the Yoga Alliance and the International Association of Yoga Therapists.
“WendyO is amazing. She is a true healer. I have been suffering from skin rashes for years and Wendy has helped me more than any doctor ever has. She brings a perfect balance of knowledge and spiritual healing to her work.”
- K.B. [Valley Village, CA]"After practicing with Wendy, I feel stronger, more flexible and much more connected to my body. She is truly divine."
- F.N. [North Hollywood, CA]
"I've often wanted to learn more about Yoga and how to use it in my life. Wendy Obstler has helped to open the door to Yoga for me. She shares, encourages and guides each of her students to do what they can in a safe and positive environment. "
-S.S. [Los Angeles, CA]"Wendy’s knowledge and years of yoga training makes the experience of each session uniquely FUN, challenging and personally enlightening. No matter where I am at physically or mentally, Wendy’s instruction always leaves me invigorated, energized and wanting more. " - R.N. [Los Angeles, CA]
"Wendy's ...approach of connecting breath to movement has been that key I needed in finding the interest to do yoga. For me, this class is in-line with the workouts I practice with weights. In some ways, Wendy's workouts are even more intense. I have more energy, I'm more flexible, and the time in her class provides me with a sense of well being that truly lasts me all week. I've incorporated aspects of her classes into my exercise routine because I see results. I'd recommend Wendy's class for anyone who has pre-conceived notions about what yoga is. Especially if you incorporate weight lifting into your life, as I do, take Wendy's class. It's a work out for the ‘worked out’."
- R.J. [Los Angeles, CA]
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"Wendy's focused, innovative workout has given me more grace, stamina and flexibility. Her emphasis on the correct breathing technique has even helped me in my singing. Her knowledge and experience in the discipline are evident in her focused and life affirming sessions. Best of all, she customizes a program designed specifically for your particular needs and goals. My sessions with Wendy are one of the best gifts I have ever given myself."
- J.F. [Toluca Woods, CA]
"Wendy has the unique ability to: encourage you to go a little further than you thought you could, while safely guiding you with adjustments, positioning and a soothing explanation as to the benefits of your accomplishment... after each class with her I've felt strong, energized and educated. You can tell that she genuinely enjoys what she's doing and her energy is catching!"
- C.B-P. [Toronto, Canada]find your spark within
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WendyO coaching a voiceover actor in Los Angeles on breathing and relaxation techniques.
SoundDelux Recording Studio, Hollywood
" WendyO uses her skills in yoga to immediately increase actors' breath and relaxation. She uses easy, specific steps to eliminate tension and limitations in any audition room. Our VOWOL group of Voice Over actors were transformed by her feedback, coaching, and straightforward instruction. Even one session with WendyO translates to bookable gold. "
-Roy Samuelson [VOWOL VP of VO, Los Angeles]Yoga Techniques for Voice-over Actors
"Went to an audition at the Chandler Studio Theatre and saw your ad in the playbill and then last week found myself in some incredibly stressful situations... I tapped into your breathing techniques [taught to us at VOWOL a few weeks prior] and felt much more grounded and positive. Your website is really great, cool photos, and very comprehensive. "
- J.R. [Los Angeles, CA]"I truly enjoyed Wendy's coaching @ VOWOL and have found the breath work very useful both in the vocal booth and in the outside world. Our lives are so hectic and it's really helpful to have a simple exercise you can do anywhere to center and calm yourself."
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"Yoga is a journey.
My practice allows me to fully connect to my Self and brings to me a deep sense of continuous awareness. Yoga allows me to learn, grow and shift.
It reaches far beyond the physical, permitting expectations to lessen, living life in the present moment and promoting a personal creation of what is next. Yoga challenges me to push myself to my own edge and allows me understanding that I need to breathe, pause and rest. Breathing is LIFE ... It fills you up and guides you through."[ w.o.]
