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My first experience with yoga was torturous- every position hurt and it was impossible to rest in my body- so I said that yoga is "not my thing". But then I met Dani, she showed me that yoga is not just a series of stretching exercises, that there is something more behind the practice. In doing Yin Yoga I discovered that yoga is a powerful tool that takes you to your mental edge - a necessary process to find real peace in your mind...I could also do positions that I thought I would never be able to do. She opened my eyes, she showed me that there is more within me than I ever realised, something that I never paid attention to and ignored in my daily life. I can just say it is powerful and what Dani opened in me is something that I will never close again. Thank you Dani.

-Daniele Parla, Switzerland

Dani taught me yoga almost everyday for a month at a Buddhist meditation/philosophy course in Nepal. I was new to the concept of Yin Yoga and it was a fantastic contributor to the peace of mind that we are all searching for. I must say I gained more from the daily yoga than I did from the meditation. Dani has a very calming presence and encouraging attitude to teaching that make attending her classes a total pleasure.

Thank you!

-Emma Mitchell, UK

Dani's yin yoga classes opened up a new dimension in my practice. For years I had focused on power or flow yoga traditions such as Ashtanga and Vinyasa. But Dani's gentle and mindful instruction in the yin style really showed me the value of slowing down, moving deeper into my breath, and becoming familiar with my body's edge in each asana.

Her focus on individual intuition and experience is a breath of fresh air in a modern yoga scene crammed with teachers touting their own style as the one "right" way to do things. Additionally, Dani's guided shavasana relaxation at the conclusion of each class is one of the best I have ever experienced.

And best of all, Dani got me to smile or laugh during every class!

-Michael Cacciapaglia, USA

I didn’t find MOVEMENT – movement found me! As a yoga beginner I had the great chance to meet Dani on a retreat at a TIbetan Buddhist Monastery. At this time, I didn’t know that this coincidence would change my entire relationship to my own body. But in fact – it did!

We practiced yoga on a daily in a beautiful surrounding and thanks to Dani I got in touch with all the possibilities and qualities of my body and learned to "communicate“ with it. Beside being a dedicated and professional yoga teacher, Dani is the most inspiring, nature-connected and balanced person I’ve ever met and these qualities guarantee the special power in her yoga classes. A wonderful balance between guided meditation and deep strong body work.

Thank you so much for teaching me the way into the world of yoga and yoga as a way in the world!

-Claudia Koller, Vienna Austria

"You were an amazing yoga teacher at Kopan Monastery. Wish I could still have access to you! ;)."

- Anna Preston, Washington

In Sushi Zume Blog      http://sushizume.com/2008/09/18/space-to-breathe/

-Deanne T, Tokyo

Hello Dear Dani-san,

Thank you very much for the Yoga instruction last night at the Circle of Light meeting in Ogikubo. I am not good at Yoga, but you kindly taught me and helped me how to do it. I was refreshed so much and it was a wonderful experience for me. Thanks again for your instruction!

-M. Maeda, Tokyo (email)

I love starting my weekends with Dani's yoga lesson on Saturday morning. It helps me to recover thoroughly from stressful weekdays, make me refreshed and relaxed, and nourish my body and spirit.

And more importantly, Dani's detailed good instruction led me to be able to do the head-stand posture with confidence!

Thank you so much, Dani! 

私は、土曜日の朝、Daniのヨガレッスンで週末をスタートするのが大好きです。

一週間の仕事のストレスと疲れがたまった心身を生き返らせてくれて、リフレッシュとともに

心底リラックスでき、心と体に栄養を与えてくれる感じなのです。

さらに、Daniの丁寧で適切なマンツーマン指導のおかげで、なんと！ヘッドスタンドが

安定して自信をもって出来るようになりました！Dani！どうもありがとう！

-Mitsue K, Tokyo

Reiki

You can meet people that say they will help you and try their best to heal you or you can meet people like Dani who really knows what they do.

I had 3 Reiki treatments with Dani in India. I had back pain and asked her to look at this. Dani felt were my points of the blockages were. She really knew how to open herself to get the Healing Energie. During these 3 treatments I experienced a deep relaxation which helped me a lot. I felt that she had a very kind and warm hand during the sessions. Thank you very much Dani and I hope I meet you again.

-Thomas, Germany

MOVEMENT bamboo clothing

Thanks for this morning, Dani. You have such a pleasant space for showing and trying on the clothes, and you are an excellent low-pressure salesperson.

I'm mainly writing, however, to rave about the clothes. I changed into a combo of the black Kathy T and chocolate Gina cowl when I got home and I was so comfortable for the rest of the day. The material is so soft and breathes so well that I was rarely too hot or too cold. I'm going to have a hard time wearing anything else.

- Lisa Hosokawa, Tokyo

As a hoop dance teacher and performer I am always looking for funky, well fitting, durable pieces to wear to my classes and practice time. Sometimes in Tokyo that seems like an impossible task so I was extremely excited to be introduced to the MOVEMENT range of bamboo clothing. Not only are the pieces created in gorgeous colors, with fashionable cuts and accents, but MOVEMENT is by far the most comfortable, form fitting, soft and durable active wear I have had the pleasure of dancing and moving in. I also love the fact that each piece is made of sustainable, chemical free bamboo.

- Deanne T, Hooplovers Tokyo

www.hooplovers.com

I am a conscious shopper and also a great supporter of ethical fashion. I consider myself an eco chic but have found most eco-friendly clothing either too 'hippie'  or 'yoga'  for my taste and style. I fell in love with Movement instantly when I first got introduced to it through Danielle. I can never get enough of its silky texture and love how the fabric drapes and adorns my silhouette. The design is chic and modern. I love how some of them are interchangeable, allowing me to create multiple looks.  I had never heard of Bamboo fabric prior to Movement but  ever since I got my pieces, I have started to get really specific about the materials used and would only purchase clothing made of Bamboo or other organic eco-friendly materials.

-Vivien L, Vancouver

I really enjoy wearing this lovely eco-friendly Bamboo textile, MOVEMENT series. It always gives me comfortable soft & smooth feel, enjoyable variation to wear in different style with its unique reversible design, and its natural form-fitting design is just right to wear anywhere, even in the office with active & lively feeling.

I wish if I could change my all clothes in my wardrobe to MOVEMENT.

エコフレンドリーなのに、とてもステキな、竹繊維ウェアのブランドMOVEMENT。

とてもお気に入りで、季節をとわず、毎週、楽しんで着ています。

○着るたびに心地よい、なめらかで柔らかな手触りを味わえます。

○リバーシブルでユニークなデザインで、裏返したり上下ひっくり返したり、

　いろいろな着方のバリエーションが楽しめます。

○自然に体にフィットするデザインなので、カジュアルすぎずキッチリすぎず、どこに

　着ていくにもなじみます。オフィスにも、いきいきアクティブな気分で着て行けます。

ワードローブの服を全部、MOVEMENTに変えることができたらいいのになぁ！と思うこの頃です。

-Mitsue K, Tokyo

There are so many reasons to choose Movement. I love that it is made of bamboo and chemical free. I hadn’t realized that other bamboo clothing, while pesticide-free in the growing of the bamboo, is processed with chemicals. Feels good to buy from a company that is local but thinks globally, caring about the planet. I love the versatility of each piece – feels like play to get dressed wearing things upside down and inside out. Also more versatility means fewer pieces and more simplicity. The fabric feels super on the skin and what a relief to my body after years in synthetic yoga clothes. I get compliments all the time on Movement pieces. My favourites are my cowl and Harlequin wrap. I really am living in my Movement clothes since I got them. Thank you Dani!

 -Diana B., yoga teacher

I just love wearing your bamboo clothes.

They feel so good and fit so nice! Also they use eco-friendly bamboo fabric :)

I've been asked many times where I get my bamboo clothes when I wear them.

I highly recommend this line, you must try something that make you feel comfortable and beautiful!

-Reiko Enomoto, Yoga & Raw food instructor, Tokyo

Movement’s soft bamboo fabric keeps me feeling cool in the summer and the pieces coordinate easily.  The form-fitting and figure-flattering shirts can be worn throughout my day, whether I am practicing yoga, walking around town, or playing in the park with my daughters.

-Jennifer O, Tokyo

 

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