About First Thought Yoga
Anna Tecson (500 RYT), Director of First Thought Yoga, has practiced yoga for more than 20 years. She has had the privilege of studying with many diverse and knowledgeable teachers. She received her primary teacher certification in the Sivananda tradition and her advanced training in therapeutic yoga and the Tantric traditions. Having experienced the inspiration and fulfillment of a regular and devoted practice, she is grateful for opportunity to bring yoga to the lives of others.
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Student Testimonials
“I wanted to share how yoga in the workplace has dramatically improved my mental and physical well-being. I put office yoga on my calendar as a sacred time for me. The deep breathing exercises are key to my tranquility at the office and home. I also recommend office yoga to colleagues in the workplace. At home sometimes my 11-year old daughter will practice yoga poses with me. Yoga has become an integral part of my life and helps keep me balanced in times of turmoil. I don't know that I could ever not practice yoga and/or meditation of some kind. I feel physically fit and my body feels more toned than before. I am enjoying mental, spiritual, and physical benefits from yoga and can attest to its benefits.”
“Having only experienced yoga on a regular basis for the last four weeks, I can say without a doubt yoga has improved my quality of life at work and beyond. The opportunity to escape weekly to a dark, quiet room and move all the body parts that have to sit still all day is a delightful gift. I am particularly thankful for the colleagues I have met before and after the yoga sessions and the time the instructor includes for meditation. I feel extremely fortunate to work in a place that provides such a refreshing mental, emotional, spiritual and physical break during the work day. Afterwards I always feel more alert, focused and content to continue my work throughout the week. Thank you Anna!”
“I’ve been coming to these classes since they were first implemented in the fall of 2006 and I must say that I’ve never regretted it. Anna never pushes you too hard and comes up with great variations of techniques to show us, so class is never boring. Yoga classes are one of the best ways to decrease stress at home and the work place. I’ve invited many of my coworkers and they’ve all enjoyed the experience. Because of these classes, I’ve been able to carry the fundamental principles with me everywhere I go, as well as teach them to others. I hope to never see the classes end. Thanks so much for this program!!!!!!!”
“This message is long overdue. Every Thursday afternoon, after Anna Tecson's wonderful and restorative chair yoga class, I've wanted to write to let you know, and also everyone else who is responsible for making this yoga class possible, that giving us this opportunity to practice yoga is a great gift and a wonderful benefit that, I believe, is cherished by every participant. My most heartfelt thanks to all those who made or are making this possible. I hope it will be possible to continue these classes for a long, long time. “
“I am a State Dept. employee and am delighted to have the opportunity to join Anna each week for a yoga session. Afterward, I feel energized, yet relaxed, and ready to tackle the events of the afternoon. We had some interns in the office this summer and it was a pleasure to be able to introduce them to the energizing benefits of yoga during the day. Anna includes a unique and thoughtful reflection during each class that puts the crises of the day in perspective. I really appreciate the thought she puts into each and every varied session offered at the Dept. of State each week.”
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