Success Stories

"Am back in Virginia .... but wanted to say that I found Kris Brown to be an exceptional yoga teacher. As a previous certified aerobics instructor, I know how difficult it can be to teach a class that has folks of different ages and ability levels. Kris teaches with kindness, energy and her heart centered on helping all of us. She is really special ... I miss her!"
 
Sonda Dawes
Onancock, VA/Sanibel, FL

"Kris is a vibrant and professional fitness instructor. I could always rely on her to provide excellent instruction and reliability in her services. She adds to her talent a passion for health and wellness, personal discipline and natural interpersonal skills."

Susie Arnold Phelps

Del Webb, Lake Oconee

Greensboro, GA

"Are you just getting started or a veteran yoga student? In either case, Kris is the instructor for you! After going to yoga classes in various locations in the US over the past three years, it's obvious what a skilled yoga teacher Kris is. I have been working with Kris for over a year now. I have been to classes she has run privately at resorts and gyms, as well as classes at the Sanibel Senior Center. I've seen her work with seniors in walkers, teenagers at their first class and veteran yoga students. She has an incredible grasp of the 'foundation skills' needed to help you progress in your practice. She teaches clearly and easily at all levels, so that your whole practice moves forward effortlessly. I have enjoyed the process and the improvement in my skills while working with Kris and I'm sure you will too!”

Ruth  Brooks

Delmar, NY/Sanibel, FL

“The part I missed the most about having instructors after you, was that they all seemed to be laissez-faire about doing the poses correctly. You, on the other hand, accepted that all of us could not, and would not, have perfect form, but continued to show and coach us to do it correctly. For lack of a better word, you conducted your classes in a professional manner, always bringing a lesson plan to follow, rather than ‘winging’ it. I miss the structure of your classes, and over the several years I took lessons from you, I think I progressed as much as a 50+ year old man can! I could do any pose, just not all of them well!!! I really enjoyed and benefited from my classes with you and really miss them!”

Ernie Williamson

Fort Wayne, IN

“When I met Kris I had been working out almost exclusively with cardio on my own and thought I was in great shape. Kris was able to get me on a complete program that incorporated weight training and stretching along with my cardio. Needless to say I was not in as good a shape as I had thought. This was evident especially in the area of flexibility. Kris encouraged me and made me feel good about myself throughout our relationship and I showed great improvement in all areas. She is very knowledgeable and I was never injured in the course of the year that she trained me. I highly recommend Kris.”

Will Lombard

Madison, GA

“I have taken yoga classes on and off for over 30 years. Kris' guidance reveals her knowledge of yoga practice in mind, body, and spirit. Her knowledge of anatomy and her ability to integrate it into a full yoga practice is wonderful. With Kris' help I have gained flexibility, improved my posture and sense of well being. She is a great teacher, gently encouraging and helping each class member to achieve the best practice possible. She is a 'hands on' teacher and individualizes her teaching to meet all level of needs. Most of all, I find that Kris' classes motivate me to integrate the benefits of yoga into my life outside of class. She is a fabulous teacher and the best I have ever experienced!"

Suzanne Dubuc

Sanibel, FL

“I have always been actively involved with various exercise programs (weights, biking and swimming) and have tried numerous Yoga classes throughout the years with very little success. My lifelong problem has been poor flexibility, poor posture and constant stiffness and pain in my shoulders and neck. These physical problems and more came to an end when I attended the first Fitness Twist class in November 2009 directed by Kris Brown; it was the first day of my body’s life. Kris Brown is the ultimate professional, she doesn’t just instruct, she makes us aware of our body by methodically explaining each and every move as it relates to our body. Kris is extremely knowledgeable about the human body and how it functions and shares this information in layman’s terms in every show, tell and try session. I am now very much aware of my body, standing tall and pain free and continually getting the most out of it. I learned early on that Kris is dedicated to the wellness and good health of her students and stresses the proper stretching routines throughout each Yoga routine. I strongly recommend Kris Brown’s Fitness Twist Yoga classes for anyone who wants to get the best use of their body and life.”

Mike DeTommaso

Sanibel, FL