Yoga Blissed

I first was introduced to Yoga Bliss through a referral to a Mindfulness Meditation Course. I thoroughly enjoyed it! I have since been a member and appreciate Nienke’s knowledge, ease and information she provides through each class.

Nienke has a wonderful way of connecting authentically through yoga. Her yoga teachings and wisdom come from her heart. Nienke’s love for yoga is infectious. It’s a joy to practice with her.

Finding Nienke was a huge blessing in my life. As a yoga teacher in my late 60's, I was hoping for some gentle instruction and a soft place to land, after a move and a change in family structure.Nienke was just right for me. Her warm welcome and fine-tuned cuing was infused with loving kindness and a sense of fun. Each pose, chant and breath was explained in detail with modifications also provided.My fellow students were devoted to Nienke and were equally welcoming. I left the studio after each class renewed and feeling that I belonged to this yoga community.As we move through this pandemic, I am grateful that Nienke's yoga is available on Zoom. For these classes students receive an email prior, with information about the weekly focus. I must admit to sometimes pinching her class ideas for my own students. As the saying goes, Imitation is the highest form of praise.""

Nienke is such an authentic teacher. She creates an atmosphere of trust as she shares her personal experiences as part of each training. Just finished a beautiful day on-line Zoom Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training" and feel blessed and blissed..... thank you Nienke !"

I came in with my friend for the first time to Yoga Bliss and immediately were welcomed in. It's always a little nerve wracking entering a new studio, but the environment was so comforting and nonjudgmental. The studio itself is absolutely beautiful, and a true gem to the Whitby core. Our class was lead by Nienke who was a wonderful teacher -very thorough, and knowledgeable. We did Yin yoga -I have insomnia, and at the best of times cannot sleep -by the end of her class I was so relaxed and zen that I could have passed out happily! I can not wait to make this part of my weekly routine!

I did my yoga teacher training with Nienke at a time in my life where I was dealing with plenty of loss. I was very ungrounded but Nienke took me where I was and nurtured the teacher in me. I loved her little home studio where you could grab a cup of tea before class. Now, due to the pandemic, I return to zoom classes after a long journey within. It is like returning home.

I have been blessed to have shared more than twenty years of yoga with Nienke. I have brought my friends and my family to her studio and have shared both times of joy and times of sadness with Nienke. She is always there for all of us and personifies the true meaning of yoga. My weekly yoga session is an integral part of my life.Namaste NienkeMary Lou Purtell

I went to Yoga Bliss years ago and find my way back whenever I can. Nienke is so welcoming, kind and an amazing instructor. My body heals but so does my soul whenever I find time to go to a class or a retreat. If you’re contemplating joining Nienke, think no more - sign up and GO!

I have practiced with Nienke for close to 20 years. I am now close to 80 years old and her support and practice has brought me to this point in my life that allows me to walk and move around almost as easily as 20 years ago. The variety in her practices keeps me interested and learning constantly. Nienke teaches us to listen to our body and to be kind to it, but pushes us to do a little more. The other wonderful thing is the core group of practitioners who have practiced together for many years. Our friendship has developed too and the support from this group of women is amazing. You will not be disappointed practicing with Nienke.