Testimonials
As a professional yoga teacher Denise is able to direct you to the right class for you. She adds in tutorials to aid all in achieving the smooth flow of poses.. Her explanations and directives during classes are so clear that participants are able to follow without constantly looking at the computer screen in order to follow. To be in a live class with Denise is also highly recommended for her soft loving presence will ease you into letting go and filling with Zen. Thank you Denise for the experience! Susan Greenspan, Naturopath, Holistic Integrative Therapist and Clairvoyant
Anyone looking for an innovative personal yoga coach with knowledge of body and soul, STOP HERE. Yoga with Denise is a unique experience with a guide who can read your energy and who has a large repertoire of poses and techniques to meet your needs. I say that as someone who has been in contact with her approach . I feel that she could support my own modality in teaching and healing, so that I can keep on in the flow of my life and 35 years of shamanic work. Nancy, Shamanic Consultant, Dancer, Healer. Nova Scotia
“ I look forward to Denise’s Wednesday night Yin class. It is a wonderful combination of deep stretching and relaxing, an ideal combination for an evening class. I have been practicing yoga for over thirty years and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this class.” Dr. Kathryn Harvey
“Denise is an excellent yoga instructor; she is patient, kind, encouraging and makes each session fun, purposeful and challenging. If you are looking to start yoga, would like to sample a starter/beginner session or book something for your organization wellness program, I encourage you to contact Denise and book a session. You won't regret it!” - HL
“I attended a yoga class with Denise and was very impressed. She has a way of being supportive and empathetic to how we are today, yet encouraging us to extend to our limits, go as far as we can in the moment, and thus live a bit larger.” - SD
“I have been exploring Denise’s Chair Yoga classes for a number of months and look forward to each class. Denise is caring, competent, and faithful to the wellbeing of each participant. She is aware of older person’s limitations and offers alternative ways to participate in specific yoga poses. I highly recommend Denise’s classes to you. Your body will thank you for making this commitment.” - RG
“Chair yoga with Denise -is both physical and inspirational -helps with balance, strength and flexibility -easy to follow and adaptable -works well on Zoom during COVID-19 until we can gather again -offers safe social connections -is just plain fun… And Denise is kind and thoughtful” - BJ
“I really enjoy this class! The Mid Day Reset (Chair) Yoga takes only a half hour but makes such a difference! I feel both re-energized and relaxed afterwards. Denise’s calm instruction is peaceful and encouraging, and it makes me look forward to each session.” - BR
“My body is liking this practice.” - GL
A Niagara Mountainside TR Success Story
NMTS worked with a client who lived independently with assistance from the daughter and, on occasion, other family members. Upon initial assessment, the client’s goal was to maintain and/or increase strength and mobility so s/he was able to visit the family cottage the following summer. Therapeutic Recreationist, Denise, would visit twice weekly to provide a seated exercise program to promote strengthening and mobility, while respecting and encouraging the client’s independence.
The client did visit the cottage a number of times the following summer. As well, during the interactions with the client, information regarding some unknown health concerns were expressed and communicated to the client’s daughter, resulting in increased quality of life and (possible) reduction in pain and suffering.
Many times, a Therapeutic Recreationist’s relationship with their clients are casual yet trusted. Clients may relate information, memories or feelings they may not feel comfortable sharing with others. Interactions are often multi-faceted and will span over more than one domain. In the above example, even though the client’s main objective was in the physical domain, social, emotional and cognitive domains were integrated into the interactions.
Denise Sukkau, owner of Niagara Mountainside Therapeutic Services, is a Registered Therapeutic Recreationist (R/TRO) with Therapeutic Recreation Ontario.