Why Work With Francine
Francine is a yoga therapist with extensive training, and multiple clients are doctors, dentists, neurosurgeons, psychologists, and psychiatrists. She has done over 2,000 hours of teacher training in alignment-based yoga with Iyengar yoga masters. Additionally, she is certified and versed in Iyengar Rope Walls and Yoga Wall, and is capable of using props to deepen practices and work with all levels and limitations (yoga for every body). Through her work in yoga, she has also helped people who suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma and ptsd.
Francine's journey with yoga began over 15 years ago when an unexpected hardship stopped her in her tracks. She was a 332 lb woman who had always yearned to do yoga but she did not fit the profile we once saw on the covers of magazines; those of 20 something year old thin women in their perfect yoga attire. She was a shattered, big, middle aged woman. By the end of her very first class, she knew her purpose had found her. She wanted to help others experience what she had. Months later, she severely injured her back while carrying heavy boxes. That moment defined her specialty in yoga therapeutics. She had to heal herself, applying all her therapeutics training and decades of work in holistic healthcare, helped her authentically help others with their injuries and conditions.
Although there are thousands of yoga teachers one can study with, many of her private clients have faithfully practiced with her for over a decade; helping them recover and reach new goals. Her students are not her cleints; they are her family.
She works with clients that suffer from autoimmune and neurological diseases such as MS, Chronic Fatigue, Parkinsons, back/neck/shoulder injuries, hip and knee issues to name a few.
Yoga Offerings
Private sessions, small-group classes, in person or over Zoom.
Francine's yoga practice is grounded, unhurried, and suited to women in transition, whether that means returning to the mat after years away, finding presence in a busy season, or deepening a long-established practice. Breath before pose. Softness before strength. Every session is shaped around the body that shows up.
One-on-one practice in your home, rental, or chosen location across Crete, Athens, or elsewhere in Europe (travel quoted separately). Fully personalized to the day, your body, your mood, and what you have asked your practice to do for you this week.
Five-session package: €250 (save €75)
Private Yoga, In Person or Over Zoom
€65 per 60-minute session
The same personalized practice is offered online from anywhere in the world. Ideal for traveling clients, transitioning seasons, and those practicing from home.
In Person or Over Zoom
From €25 per person, per session
For families, close friends, or a small group of colleagues. Offered in person across Europe or on Zoom. A wonderful complement to a private chef dinner for a weekend gathering, or a weekly ritual for a group practicing together.
Yoga for Retreats can be booked separately or included in a multi-day retreat with catering on request
For retreat hosts who want continuity of presence across their program - Francine can hold both the kitchen and the morning practice. One teacher, one philosophy, one shared energy across every meal and every class.
Contact
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