Testimonials | Yoganubhav

What Anu's students say about her

The past two months or so I’ve been taking yoga classes from Anu. Her knowledge of yoga is deep and I’m very comfortable taking her classes. She is thorough in her understanding of students’ needs and takes time to ask what benefits we want from the classes each time. I never thought I would enjoy yoga classes, and it is a real workout! I’m happy I found Anu and yoga!

Sharmilla Kumar

My experience with Anu has been great. I am relatively inexperienced in yoga practice, and she is patient and takes time to help me get it right. Her instruction is quite good. I’m also new to chanting but I am finding my way and again she is patient and there to help. I suggest her to anyone new to yoga or anyone who is looking to advance their current practice.

Amanda Lund

Anu is a very nice instructor. She teaches her classes with passion. She is the best instructor I have ever met. I have been looking for yoga instructor for long time and went to many of them, there is no one like Anu. Along with her teaching, she also makes sure posture is correct and technique is right, so no injury happens. She learned her teaching skills from the east and perfect for those who can’t travel to India. She brings yoga techniques from India to the west, which is what I needed here since I could not travel to India due to my medical issues. We can’t find anyone better than her in the Chicago area.

Katie Kanda

I started with taking a few private lessons with Anu and then moved on to the group zoom sessions. Anu is an excellent Yoga instructor. She’s patient and articulate, watching where each of us are in our practice and encouraging us to stretch more or twist more to get the best out of our practice or letting us know that where we are at is just enough. She explains the benefits of each pose as we practice. She listens to our needs at the beginning of each class (stressful day, tight hips) and instantly tailors the class to include appropriate poses and breathing techniques. I feel rejuvenated after every class!

Anu Sivakumar

Wonderful! My kids, ages 14 and 10, have been taking lessons with Anu for 4 months. I was hesitant about enrolling my kids with a teacher that I barely knew on a virtual platform, but Anu’s trial lesson eased my concerns. My kids love her teaching style; she gently nudges them along when the whole class falls into a fit of laughter, sometimes joins them in the merrymaking and makes them feel valued. She is easily able to customize and adapt her classes to her students. Her lessons are far from the typical “fit yoga” classes at the gym. There is intention, awareness, mindfulness, and breathing exercises incorporated into them, making them very comprehensive. The lessons definitely help my kids find their center and they come away from the lesson a lot more relaxed. She makes yoga fun and accessible. Her cues are on point; her positive energy and passion for sharing yoga is evident in her lessons! Thank you, Anu.

Hima

I’ve been one of Anu’s students for more than 5 years now. I’ve moved away from Illinois but continue classes thru Zoom. Anu is a fabulous yoga instructor. Her commitment to integrating yoga and meditation into our everyday activities is paramount. She challenges us to achieve higher comfort levels in our yoga practice. Wonderful teacher..marvelous yoga experience.

Irma Mebane-Sims

I had classes with Anu for twelve years. She is a teacher like no other. She always pays attention to the individual needs of her students, and gently helps them get to the next level. I also like that she teaches breathing techniques which improve the state of both mind and body.

Henrietta Dombrovskaya

Anu is an amazing yoga teacher. I look forward to every class; I know that I will feel calmer, more focused, and more limber by the end of one hour. Because she starts each class by checking in about each student’s health, she is able to target each class to our individual needs. She keeps track of what we’re doing and helps us make adjustments as needed. I really appreciate that every class is different–she has so many ideas and knows so many poses and breathing exercises. I love the sitar and sarod music she plays in the background. Thank you, Anu! You’re a life saver. And thanks Sujata for recommending the class :).

Anna Schultz

Anupama Buzruk is an excellent teacher and a practitioner with decades of experience. She customizes her class to the needs of the individuals. She ensures that students are making progress in their practice and constantly encourages students to do better. Her calm demeanor and clear instructions are helpful for doing the poses accurately with maximum benefit. She pays attention to each student’s practice and corrects any inconsistencies. My wife Sangeeta and I have been her students for last 11 years and even after 3 moves across the country we continue studying with her online. We are lucky to have a dedicated teacher in Anu

Vijay Gupte

I started learning yoga and pranayama with Anu about a year ago. Anu is extremely professional and smiling all the time. Clear instructions, soothing voice listening to the needs of the students and adapting the sessions based in the needs, I do not think that we can get all of these at any other yoga studios. One can see her passion for yoga in her teachings.Even though we are doing the online classes, she is very observant and gives a feedback. I am always looking forward for the classes and have improved my fitness level tremendously. Most importantly she does not deter from the traditional style. Grateful to have her as my teacher.🙏🙏

Vrunda Karmarkar

I have been taking classes from Anu for just over a year now. Previously, I have taken classes from a lot of different studios, but Anu’s classes have blown them out the water. Anu teaches classes with a focus on mind and body alignment, and has breathing exercises and meditation at the end. Through her classes I’ve learned a lot about the benefits of the different poses, and I leave them feeling calm and relaxed, even after doing some challenging poses. This isn’t just a workout class (which is what other yoga classes feel like), but really helps you learn about your own body. The classes are tailored to fit the needs of the students, and the size is small, which means that Anu pays attention to everyone and can give suggestions on how to fix your form. Anu is a fantastic teacher, with a very soothing voice. I highly recommend to anyone who has tried other yoga classes and is looking for more!

Dipti Karmarkar

Anu is like an angle to me. When I first started my yoga class with her I was recovering from a severe injury. Anu worked with me patiently, taught me several alternatives for the poses which I was unable to do. With the meditation and yoga she taught me my condition improved tremendously and I was able to live my normal life with a good night sleep. My pain was substantially reduced and I resumed my Zumba as well. I love her classes on-site as well as online. Professional, Knowledgable and Patient! Anu is an awesome yoga guru and her voice is magical 🙂

Kanchan Apte

Anu has been my yoga instructor for the past eighteen months. I have found her to be a serious minded practitioner who is careful to explain proper technique and who challenges you to succeed to a level that is comfortable for you.

Susan, Palatine

Anu has been my yoga instructor for the last fifteen years. She has a profound knowledge of yoga, pranayam, and meditation. Overall I have benefited from her yoga class greatly and I will never stop learning from her if possible. She is very concerned about her students’ needs and she guides her students based on their individual requirements. I am very fortunate to have a guru like Anu.

Nupa, Vernon Hills

After taking lessons from Anu for more than two years, I feel fit, flexible and in balance… physically, emotionally, and spiritually. It gives me inner strength, a strong mind and a better perspective towards life itself. Thank you.

Thulasi, Portland

Anu creates a very warm, relaxed, and peaceful atmosphere for the class. She is very attuned to the needs of each student and can easily provide modifications.

Claudia George

Anupama led a family yoga class which we all benefited from and enjoyed immensely… We wish our 7 year could join soon also…

Stefanie Temme-Bapat and Sachin Bapat, Schaumburg

I enjoy taking Anu’s yoga class very much.

Feng, Palatine

After taking classes with Anu for a few weeks, my lower back and hip pain improved greatly. During her class I can tell that I am benefiting areas that do not receive attention from my normal exercise. I am grateful for her guidance and devotion to her students.

Sonja Seitamo

Anu Buzruk is gentle in nature and strong in spirit. Her yoga teachings have had a profound impact on my life: I am more centered, flexible, clear minded, and physically/mentally stronger than I have ever been. Her precise instruction and cheerful encouragement helped me reach personal goals I didn’t think were possible.

Tracy Odena, Palatine

Anu was my 1st yoga instructor just over 4 years ago. Anu has helped me with breathing techniques allowing me to completely relax during stressful medical procedures.

Larry Nowak, Palatine

I had the pleasure of participating in Anu’s classes for about a year when she taught in the Northwest Suburbs. From pure beginner to someone at an expert level, she helped us with poses and techniques appropriate to individual abilities. She varies her classes so that each one of us can look forward to new activities each session. Anu emphasizes a combination of body, breathing and mental activities leading to a well-rounded and fulfilling yoga session.

Esther P., Arlington Heights

I am fortunate to have Anu as my yoga instructor. She is a very serious practitioner of yoga and an excellent teacher who provides precise personalized instruction that inspires her students to improve their technique and enjoy the benefits of yoga. The fact that I have been dragging myself out of bed on Saturday mornings for last 18 months demonstrates about how beneficial her classes are. I have seen many benefits of long term practice including strength, flexibility and help with allergies.

Vijay, New Jersey

I had the opportunity to take Yoga lessons from Anu for 10 months. Anu was a professional who taught me Yoga techniques and the importance of following them on a regular basis. She teaches so that students can learn these techniques in a perfect manner but at the same time understand the benefits and importance of each one of them. I am looking forward to getting more lessons from her in the future.

Nandini, Libertyville

I am an absolute believer in the power of yoga to improve ones overall health, well being and body. Anu is an instructor that embraces the traditional teachings and yet understands how to incorporate them into our busy everyday lives. She is extremely knowledgeable and has the ability to communicate the benefits and correct body position of each pose. She is patient and truly cares about improving the overall health and well being of her students.

Stephanie Menegay, Naperville

I have gained a great deal of flexibility, built core strength and stamina after beginning to learn from Anupama. I sit in front of a computer all day at work so the lower backache had become an annoying and painful part of life. Well, not anymore! I can even bend/squat/sit for hours working in my garage or the garden, and still no pains or aches in any part of the body! Anupama has a safe, gentle and positive technique to teach Yogasan and Pranayam. She tailors the Asanas to address specific concerns of her students and helps students to meet their goals.

Sachin Lokhande, Naperville

I love Anu’s yoga!!! She adds variety of different poses every time and also uses lot of different types of breathing and calming techniques.

Smita

I have been attending Anupama’s yoga classes for over 5 years. She is, by far, my favorite yoga instructor. She is knowledgeable, creative and teaches at all levels. I always feel more flexible and (mind/body) relaxed after Anu’s class.

Carrie, Naperville

Anu’s yoga classes are both physically and spiritually therapeutic. She helps us navigate through a series of poses that serve to stretch our muscles, stimulate our internal organs, and relax our minds as they erase everyday stresses. All is accomplished through a set of clear, precise, and soothing instructions…..so very enjoyable.

Mirta Evans

I’ve been studying yoga with Anu for more than 5 years now. When I first started, I really wasn’t convinced therapeutic yoga would make that much of a difference in my life. I’ve come to realize what a significant impact Anu’s classes have had on me; not just in terms of flexibility, but also in health, well-being and peace of mind. Anu is a very special yoga instructor and it shows in the way exposes her students to the many ways the practice of yoga can influence every aspect of our lives.

Irma Mebane, Sims, Texas

When my Dr. Suggested that I try yoga a few years ago, I tried Anu’s class. I have learned to breath with mindfulness & to calm my spirit which has helped me to sleep better. Her attention to everyone’s concerns & aches & pains always helps us to stretch and target our problem areas with a variety of postures & poses. Thank you for the helpful practice!!

Candy Horstman, Naperville

I like the way Anu walks the class through poses and allows the participants to go at their own pace, not to mention the encouragement. I find the poses very helpful in helping me “unwind” from the rigorous workout routines that I’m accustomed to. And above all, I am not sore from the “sustained” poses that Anu teaches us ?!

Lina

I took guidance from Anu for ‘Pranayama’. It really helped me to lower down body heat, specially in the summer season. The suggested ‘cooling’ pranayama proved to be the best solution! Her guidance is excellent!

Manjiri, India