Testimonials
Claire Broughton
Waldorf Education
“I have practiced yoga and meditation with many different teachers over the years, and none has touched me as deeply and soulful as Lily. She seems to think of everything, not only offering incredible embodied flow that nourishes our feminine lunar aspects, but also mantras, practices, readings, songs and stories to inspire all of one's spirit. She's also not afraid of the shadows of life, and creates a safe place for the full spectrum of human experience to be expressed. Her love of singing is contagious, and her devotion to the spiritual teachings shines into everyone she meets! She teaches without arrogance or pretense, and is always game to share her wealth of knowledge in support of her students finding wholeness and wellness.”
“Lily is more than just a yoga teacher. She creates an experience weaving together her breadth of artistic, holistic, and healing talents in a way you grow inwards and towards your highest self and dharma path, when you invest in her programs."
Natalie Pyrooz
“Lily’s style of teaching yoga is completely refreshing and unique from any I’ve ever experienced before. Learning with lily has given me a whole new perspective on yogic philosophy. Lily’s commitment to her beliefs is fully evident in every aspect of her life and she is the embodiment of yoga! Her passion is an inspiration.”
Mike Prieve
“I’ve been attending yoga classes for over 20 years under several dozen teachers and I consider myself a yoga snob who can tell when the teacher is the real deal or not. Lily is absolutely wonderful and I consider myself lucky that she’s available to us in 4 corners. I’ve attended her classes now for 4 years and her backyard yoga class stands out as one of my all-time favorites. Her energy, love and knowledge of yoga, and her attention to yogis make her ideal for any level of experience. She also has the critical ability to challenge students while keeping the classes enjoyable. I highly recommend her.”
Kim Cox
"Lily's classes are beautifully designed to nurture and transform the whole being. They can be physically challenging but also balanced, playful and inspiring. Lily is humble, open and heart felt in everything she does. She really cares about her students and welcomes everyone of any ability to share in her passion of yoga. Her classes have helped me to embody my life in a more authentic and meaningful way and I'm so grateful! "
Sharon Dent
"As international teachers and travelers, we can’t keep track of the people who skitter in and out of our lives. Some encounters are short, entertaining and casual, such as a chat with tourists who heave their oversized backpacks in the corner of the fruit shake shop and share their travel stories. Other encounters have an enduring impact. In this post, I introduce you to Lily Russo, a yoga teacher who visited Vientiane recently and changed my life.
When we returned to Laos after our month-long winter break, I received an email from the Vientiane Yoga Studio saying there would be a guest teacher for the next couple weeks. After just one class with Lily, Tony and I both developed a big crush.
Colorful feminine tattoos devoid of dark outlines embellished her arms – rainbow finches, symbolizing her parents and her brother, on one arm, and elegant blooming flowers on the other. Her soothing voice offered specific instructions to attain proper alignment in the asanas while making each person in the class feel like we were doing everything just exactly right. Her vinyasa-flow-style classes challenged us to find our edge, to focus on the breath, to revel in our strength and flexibility. Energizing music, often lyrical takes on traditional mantras, accompanied her practice. Emerging from shavasana at the end of each class, I always felt happier and more relaxed than I did at the start.
For three weeks, I didn’t miss a class with Lily. I also caught myself chanting softly and practicing pranayama (breathing exercises) at school. I felt joyful and light, even when faced with life’s daily frustrations. Patience, not usually an attribute assigned to me, suddenly came quite easily.
A week after Lily’s departure, I still feel the inner peace she brought to our hectic little city. My history of on-again off-again yoga obsession suggests I’m unlikely to maintain that gentle connection. But I hope I can."
Monica Mesa Dasi
Lily Russo is one of the most integrated yoginis I have ever met! She walks the talk in every way, has a beautiful and embodied practice, and is a gifted teacher. Her dedication to the path of yoga and conscious living has impressed me and is an inspiration for anyone she crosses paths with.
Rhita Baptiste
Private yoga with Lily is hands down the best yoga experience I’ve ever had. Every single class is unique and specifically designed to help you to build strength of both body and mind. Her loving spirit and beautiful soul combined with a lovely soothing voice is something I look forward to weekly. Thank you Lily for teaching me yoga!!
Veronica Pritchett
I can’t say enough about Lily, I met Lily at the Awakened Hearts Retreat where I began this beautiful journey in self awareness and healing. Since then I have attended her Ayurveda Deep Dive Class, private consultation, yoga and will sign up for just about anything she will offer when possible. I am a much healthier and happier person thanks to all of the tools and practices I have learned from her. I also feel that I am able to help and understand my husband and children at a much deeper level. I am so grateful for the opportunity to have met Lily.
Lauren Price
Lily’s 200-hour yoga teacher training was a beautiful experience in growth through yoga. We dove deep into the physical practice of Prana Vinyasa Yoga, embodying the elements through powerful solar practices and restorative lunar practices. This physical practice was the medium for growth, not only in the body but also in the mind and spirit. We studied the philosophy of yoga, Ayurveda, pranayama, holy anatomy, and more. Through this training, I learned how to be more compassionate, and create more space in my mind and my life for what really matters. I am so grateful for the teachings of yoga passed down through Lily and the remarkable guests, from all of their teachers before them. I feel more connected to myself and my yoga practice than I ever have been before, and I can’t wait to share this message with the world. I would highly recommend this training for anyone who is ready to take the next step and dive deeper into their experience of yoga!