“After ten years in Michael Amy’s back care class, I’m stronger, more flexible, and far more aware of how I move. He’s knowledgeable, patient, and kind, and I recommend him without hesitation. — [Dave T]”

“I highly recommend Michael as a deeply compassionate and well trained yoga “guide”.  He has been my instructor for a weekly back care class, or more accurately practice, for many years. It has been the perfect combination of gentle yoga asanas, restorative poses and original gentle movements. He uniquely combines his active Physical Therapy skills with both Ivengar style training and Adaptive Yoga skills.   He models all movements to ensure understanding  and is generous with his occasional one on one attention to refine and adjust poses.  Michael has a very open, non-judgmental and informative approach.  My practice has deepened my mind body awareness, and brings much ease of movement and postural awareness thanks to Michael.” —Marjorie S

“Practicing yoga with Michael over the years is changing the way I live in my body. His clear and articulate instruction, his knowledge of the human body, and his deep understanding of yoga all converge to create an experience that is ripe with opportunity for self discovery. Through Michael's teaching, I learn how to move in and out of the studio with strength, solidity, and alignment. He separates the poses into their constituent parts to help us find our way into the full and honest expression of each one. His instruction is measured, carefully sequenced, and intentional. He fosters an understanding of the essence of each pose, and helps us recognize and experience that essence as we change our relationship to gravity. Studying yoga with Michael is not just attending a yoga class, it's a life-long journey of exploration that continues to unfold.” --Lorie R

“I am about to turn eighty years old. If someone were to ask me what is the one thing that I treasure the most, well, besides my family, of course, it would be my time spent with yoga practice. I think of it as my primary healthcare plan. At my age, I want to be able to move- to go up and down stairs, to get down and up off the floor, to keep my balance, to work on my posture. These things are so basic, but it's harder now than it used to be. My weekly yoga class with Michael Amy is the best thing I do for myself. It's my one chance to "just be,"  to quote one of my earlier yoga teachers. Taking time for myself is a discipline I insist on. When I miss a week, my body lets me know. For me, Michael is the perfect teacher. As we move through each practice, he insists that we watch first, then go into each pose. The watching is as important as the pose, thinking it through, visualizing muscles and bones. As a physical therapist, he knows every inch of the human body. He can always find a way for every student to be successful, using props when needed. He encourages students to challenge themselves but always with a positive attitude and a bit of humor, too. I attend the class which focuses on the back, but we always address the whole body in the course of an hour. I believe that yoga practice can literally keep me out of assisted living as I am planning to live to be one hundred years old!” —Carol M

“Jo and Michael Amy have been my yoga instructors for several years. They consistently create a welcoming and encouraging environment that accommodates students of all ages and abilities. Their instructional expertise is equally impressive. They demonstrate a clear command of the asanas they teach, thoughtfully model each pose, offer helpful alternatives and modifications, and carefully observe their students to ensure everyone practices safely and continues to progress. I have greatly valued their instruction and the supportive community they foster, and I have wholeheartedly recommended them to others.”—Anna C