Hoppity Hops

Ah, as said below....Christa's classes always feel fun. You never feel bad if you can't do a peak pose cause it really feels like play. I always feel so lighthearted and on a great high afterwards. Man, I am an Introvert and have never done an actual in person yoga class before. If Christa was actually in Portland, I feel I would go to her classes. Thank you so much, Christa. Namaste

Crista has been an interesting of vessel of the practice of yoga since I have found your wonderful site! I am a spiritual individual who likes to maintain strict adherence to healthy psychological practices, for not only myself but each fellow traveler, WHICH fabulously is a part of the spiritual practice in and of itself! Like worship, I find music, various art forms, and even the practice of yoga as a natural expression of a spiritual intention that are gifts and are to operate within stated boundaries for the true interpretation of the practice to be edifying and harmless. I find those who embody the makeup of the discipline themselves, or at least the mere elemental & w/in obtuse proximity of such a crucial expression, to be quite obvious.

You are such a delight, Krista! My grumpy mood melted away as I watched your sparkly smile and got a little air time.

Interesting combinations/transitions of poses, especially for standing splits. Crista's classes are fun and lighthearted, and because of that it doesn't feel like a fail if I can't do the most challenging poses; it just feels like play. :) And beautiful nature sounds during savasana. Thanks!

Very good

I did this video for the first time a few days ago, and already want to do it again, it was so fun! Like Christa's other practices, the transitions are very fresh and creative, and I felt so wonderful after the class. I still can't get into a full-fledged handstand, but trying is half the fun I reckon!

I like your sessions for several reasons but especially because you don't talk too much but get right into it. ( I know, typical guy comment, right?) Thanks for another great exercise!

This one is everything I have come to love about Crista! Hamstrings feel a little jelloish, but it is a welcome feeling. I’ve been asking for more handstand work, this fits the bill! Can’t wait for the advanced version Crista. ;)

Good to get out of my pattern of strictly flow classes. This was a do-able challenge for for me with some new poses. My middle-aged wrists were protesting a little at one point, and my hops were clunky and tentative, but I appreciated Christa's encouragement and options for modifying the poses. Deep stretches for hips, shoulders, and hamstrings. Thank you!

Fun and innovative class. I love learning new poses and Crista always makes things interesting. Thank you.

just found this today. love it! it loosen up all my tight spots, hammies, outer hip, deltoids, neck and shoulders - Ahmazing! and the hopping practice - wow! I didn't know that would work! I love Crista and er giggling makes make laugh!

Thank you Crista,
for yet another joyfully beaming creative and playful sequence! Loving those, and got to poses I never knew existed!
Hips are very happy now, and overall warm glow.
Always surprises in your classes. Your spirit shines!
Bring on more - esp. intermediate round 40 min - wound be ONEderful!

This class was fun and playful, as well as great for stretching my legs. Would LOVE to see a headstand peak pose challenge class.

You made us work hard but with such joy and support. It's much more fun to do hoppity hops with all your delightful sounds. Thank you for challenging me in a spirited, playful way.