Photo by C. Marindo 2017

Read Wendy G.'s review of Root 2 Rise Yoga on Yelp

Michelle is one of the finer instructors of yoga, she cares and listens…my wrists have become stronger and my flexibility has increased.                             
-Yvonne Caycedo (Los Angeles, CA)                                                                                                                     

Michelle is intuitive and in tune with each of her student's needs.  She takes the time and puts forth the effort to create a tranquil space where you can truly let go and either open up to the universe or focus inward.  She will make physical hands-on assists as needed and help you really get the experience you seek.  I highly recommend her class for beginners and advanced practitioners.                       
-Suzanne Selken (Los Angeles, CA)

I've learned many insights this past semester (with Michelle Chua)...my first time taking yoga.  It is not just about how flexible one is in poses but rather how one can use breathing techniques (to enhance the quality of the experience).  I've personally used the breathing techniques during my stressful workday and found it very beneficial.
-Rosa Malagon (Northridge, CA)

Benefits of Private Yoga Instruction

• Get personalized attention and learn how to modify postures to meet your unique needs.
• Enjoy the privacy and comfort of your home or workspace while you practice yoga.
• Learn the basics in safe and optimal alignment for the majority of postures you will experience in a group class before you step into one.
• Practice yoga on your schedule.
• Practice yoga at your own pace and according to your energy level. 
• Stop to ask questions as necessary.
• Fine-tune your personal yoga practice with professional guidance.

The typical hourly rate for private yoga instruction at your residence or workplace is $100 per hour. Session duration and rate are negotiable, so please indicate in the form below if you have a special circumstance you'd like us to consider.  Regular weekly sessions are discounted.

 I have been doing yoga with Michelle since 2011.  Even though I'm very much a beginner, Michelle helps me feel competent and athletic, which no yoga instructor has ever done for me before!  The past three years of yoga practice with Michelle has been amazing...It's a real breakthrough, since I had been doing yoga for about 15 years before that and had felt out of place and incompetent before.
-June G. (North Hollywood, CA)

She has a graceful way of sneaking in the more challenging poses while you're calmly breathing so before you know it, you're balancing in Warrior 3 and sweating like crazy.  Her class is a good balance of rigor and relaxation.    
​-Jennifer R. (Sherman Oaks, CA)

Benefits of Personalized Group Instruction

Groups of 2 or more: $120-250/hr Session
Price depends on number of students, location and length of time.  
Negotiable rates offered for repeat events.  Email for price quote.

• Convenience of time, location, pacing and more personalized attention than a large class setting
• Create a weekly healthy meet-up group with your friends, family or colleagues.
• Split the cost with your group members.
• Introduce yoga to your peer or specialized group in a personal casual atmosphere.

We enjoy your classes and look forward to them. We are probably your oldest students, at age 91 and 81, but still actively involved in work and community affairs, thanks in large part to yoga and how much we have learned from your classes!
-Ralph and Blossom Nishme (Van Nuys, CA)

Online Private Sessions

Great for traveling, busy or relocated yogis who seek to maintain consistency in their practice, enjoy the convenience of their location and schedule, receive guidance in a personally tailored practice and have accountability with pre-scheduled online meetings.  Enjoy your private yoga sessions from your own home, office or hotel room.

Choose either live private 1:1 sessions via Skype or pre-order and receive yoga videos personalized for you and available for your unlimited viewing whenever you choose to practice.  For small-group (2 or more students) private instruction inquire here for pricing, depending on number of students, length of class and frequency of sessions.  ​

Live Private 1:1 Yoga Session on Skype: $20 per 20 min. 
Pre-recorded Private Instruction: $15 for a 20-minute video

What you'll need:

• Reliable internet connection.
• A computer with camera and microphone (most laptops have built-in mics) for live Skype sessions or SmartPhone or other viewing device with internet to watch your custom yoga videos.
• Your yoga mat and any props you will use (Pre-session phone chat will determine what props you will need.)
• A quiet space for your practice in which you can view and listen to your computer or Smartphone
• A free Skype account, if you're choosing live private sessions; Create your Skype account here.

How to get started:

1. Complete your online registration form here.  
2. We'll call you to discuss your specific yoga needs and confirm your session.
3. Pay via PayPal, Venmo or the Square when you receive your invoice prior to your session.  

Yoga was very foreign. I didn't know what each pose meant...(or) how important your breath is...I've improved so much in my breathing (during this semester with Michelle Chua learning yoga for the first time).  I'm now able to hold myself up in downward facing dog.  I also find myself starting my day with child's pose and three minutes of meditation.
-Kimberly Montes (Northridge, CA)

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