"Lisa knows the human body and knows her students. While she may focus on a particular region of the body, she never forgets to bring movement to other parts. She is thorough and gentle. I feel fortunate." 

"Lisa's yoga classes make me feel like they are designed just for me. She is very friendly and professional. The poses are never routine or boring, and I leave each class with my body, mind, and spirit rejuvenated...so important at 72." 

"To say I appreciate Lisa is an understatement. In August 2021, I felt an intense pain in my hip and passed out. For three months, I couldn’t walk. Labral tears in both hips. I used to be diligent in my daily practice, often doing it both day and night, but I had essentially abandoned hope to ever resume, as that’s what my physical therapist and doctor told me. Thanks to Lisa, I’m back!  She always offers modifications and props that assist me. Her core challenge was essential in strengthening my muscles to alleviate using my hips for physical activity. I may not be able to practice as I used to, but she has been so gracious in assisting me in getting strong again. She’s helped me stretch my body and stretched me beyond my fears."

"Lisa is the best! She is a natural teacher who explains all of the poses thoroughly. Her classes, like her, are gentle and kind to the body and soul. I have participated in several of her online challenges which offer a variety of types of classes and allow you the flexibility to do yoga on your own time. I highly recommend Lisa and her classes!"

"Lisa is a wealth of knowledge and is dedicated to her practice and bringing yoga to others. Her recorded sessions allow for the freedom to participate at your own pace, and I love the accountability the virtual sessions provide. I had little yoga experience upon starting, and these classes are truly geared for anyone beginning level to advanced." 

"Lisa is a true breath of fresh air. We attend her classes as a family and we enjoy every minute. Not only is it a workout that she modifies for everyone in the room but it’s often a lesson in sign language, communication as a whole, self care, and self awareness. We highly recommend! You won’t regret it!!!"

"What a wonderful experience having yoga classes outdoor! Beautiful setting by the lake under a giant shady oak tree. The classes often got sidetrack by the cutest family of geese floating by on the water. Lisa French Wixted is a wonderful yoga instructor. She always made the classes much more enjoyable."

"Ms. Lisa is an absolute delight to my students! They love her and the energy she brings. She is very kind to and understanding of the kids and their attention spans, which are very short. I thank Ms. Lisa for all she does and definitely recommend Connections Yoga for anyone!"

"Connections Yoga with Lisa is phenomenal! Kids have the freedom to move around explore the environment. They’re encouraged to connect with the parent, but also connect with other parents and children in the class. I love how Lisa incorporates songs and ASL in the sessions. She follows the lead of the children and matches the energy of the room. My daughter has taken the deep breathing lessons from yoga and applied them to moments when she’s overwhelmed with my guidance. 100% recommend!"

"Like a lot of people I let everything take precedence over taking care of my body. Then Covid came and disrupted any chance of hitting the gym. The good thing that came out of that was being pushed to virtual training, and yoga is well-suited to a daily online practice.   

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The attitude toward yoga itself has changed vastly and is increasingly accepted in the first responder community. I recently visited a top-of-the-field training facility to observe personnel who perform hostage rescue operations. They do all the traditional things you would expect hardcore operators to do — but they also do yoga. They do it for its mental benefits, to preserve their joints, and injury prevention. But you don’t have to be any kind of athlete or special ops person. Yoga is for everyone.

As far as Lisa herself, you won’t find a more committed instructor. You can trust her to care about your journey in life and how that journey informs your practice.  

The plausible excuses are few, and the benefits are many!  Give it a try."

"If you're a new mom who enjoys yoga, Lisa's offerings are exactly what you need! I've had the absolute pleasure to be able to do yoga with Lisa in person and online. I started taking her online baby/toddler yoga classes with my son when he was 3 months old and it was a joy just to be able to have that time to bond and see other moms doing the same. I then got to take the class in person once covid restrictions lessened and both I and my son loved it even more! Her workshops on healing diastasis recti have helped me regain so much of my core stability postpartum and let me go back into my regular yoga practice without worrying I'd injure myself or make things worse."

"Your Chair Yoga class today introduced me to positions I hadn’t tried before, and I loved it. I got a good workout that left me feeling both energized and peaceful."

"Lisa's gentle yoga class is quick and easy to register for, and the class itself is awesome as it covers a full range of poses that I need. The benefits from her class really make a difference in my mind, body and soul."

"Connections Yoga is the best. My daughter (2 years old) and I participate in Baby Toddler Me Yoga with Lisa and throughly enjoy our weekly class. Lisa has wonderful energy and truly connects with all the kids during class. My daughter always gets excited to see Ms. Lisa, and she loves to do her yoga poses at home (especially tree pose). This class is a great way to stretch, connect with your child, and learn new things. We love it and would recommend it to anyone!"

"I started doing yoga about a year and a half before the pandemic. I love the Yin Yoga. Lisa had been so helpful and encouraging.  No judgment.  Just positive encouragement and help. I feel so relaxed and more flexible after class. I've been doing the outside yoga on Fridays. Fun to be outside by the lake.  So glad I started yoga and found Lisa." 

'Lisa is the most patient, engaging, and knowledgeable yoga teacher for young children and mothers who need balance and strength. I've attended her classes with my two youngest children since they were only weeks old and never regretted the effort it takes to show up. As a result, she's become part of our village of support, and my children adore her."

"I have so many wonderful things to say about Connections Yoga and Lisa Wixted. Lisa is a kind, encouraging, and a powerful feminine force. She offers a great variety of classes for individuals, families, and kiddos.

I found Lisa during the pandemic when I was looking for a baby yoga class. She had put the course on pause virtually BUT began it again with my student interest. This is the beautiful thing about Lisa. She listens, responds, engages, and adapts. I have been enjoying Baby Toddler Me Yoga virtually for almost 6 months now and looking forward to finally attending it in-person! This class helped me establish a sense of community during a really challenging time in my life, and for this I will be forever grateful. Baby Toddler Me Yoga is the perfect, low-pressure course for any parent looking to try something new with their baby. Lisa is so flexible, and it didn’t matter if my baby fell asleep, needed a diaper change, or fussed throughout the lesson. It is also a great space to relate to other mom’s and babies.

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Lisa’s communication skills are beyond wonderful. You can book easily through her online system that seamlessly sends reminder emails. Lisa will also remind me with an extra email as well (which as a new mom, I desperately need). She will also message if there is a particular workshop or class of interest. For me, I was thrilled to take her Diastasis Recti Workshop and recommend this to all mamas.

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Connections Yoga has fun, affordable classes. I love that the workshops and classes are themed in a clever and fun way, such as Reptile Poses or Bird Poses. Many of the classes are inspired by nature. The yoga that involves children includes play, music, and singing. I recommend you look at her offerings; you won’t be disappointed. Lisa has something for everyone!

"I started my yoga practice during quarantine. I had been interested in yoga for quite some time but felt a bit intimidated by the idea of going to a studio as a beginner and could never seem to commit to a regular schedule of doing it by myself at home. The virtual classes have been an amazing bridge to build up my skills and confidence in the poses from the comfort of my own home, while still in a classroom setting over Zoom to create accountability and that sense of community with others. In addition to the physical benefits of staying active, yoga has helped to restore balance for my nervous system during these changing times. It's been like an anchor for grounding and staying connected with myself. It's also been a confidence boost to see how my body adapts and strengthens to achieve poses that I was having to initially modify to do. I really enjoy the gentle, fun energy Lisa brings to her classes and the benefits of a yin practice."

"I had never done yin yoga before working with Lisa. I have found her to be a very encouraging, kind teacher. My physical issues do not interfere with the practice, for Lisa suggests modifications that help me get the benefits from the postures. The best part for me is increased flexibility and less back and neck pain. I sleep so much better at night!"

"In these interesting times when we can’t have in person yoga classes, the remote classes provided by Lisa with Connections Yoga, has been a lifesaver! Convenience and community is so important and appreciated! I love Slow Flow!"

"I had a great experience at the Diastasis Recti workshop. Lisa is so patient and has a great way to teach mamas how to heal their Diastasis Recti. I'm excited to implement these exercises and stretches into my everyday routine! Thanks so much."

"Lisa's online classes are an easy and convenient way to keep up with your yoga practice or to learn yoga if you are new, anywhere you have internet. There are many different classes to choose from for everyone, and she also has classes you can purchase on YouTube. Lisa gets to know the needs of her students and instructs her classes to assist them with those needs. Lisa's a great instructor, and I'm glad I found her. Thank you, Lisa, for sharing your practice and making yoga available to all of us."

"Lisa's online yoga classes are wonderful!  She models each posture in a calm, easy-to-follow manner and provides us with ways to modify each of them to  fit our individual level of flexibility. The breathing practices at the beginning of class and the guided relaxation at the end make each session a completely positive experience. Once you take one of her classes, you will want to continue to take advantage of her expert instruction!"

 “Lisa makes everyone feel welcome in her kids' and family yoga classes, no matter their age or physical ability. She puts a lot of effort and creativity into planning classes around fun themes. She knows how to make classes equally engaging for younger children and older children. My children have done yoga with Lisa now for years and the relationship they have developed with her is very sweet. She is a very kind, patient and understanding teacher that truly cares about her students' well being."

"Lisa is a warm and compassionate instructor. She’s a natural teacher with a personal touch; she always helps her students get the most out of their practice, regardless of their level of ability or experience, by personalizing it for them. She’s creative with props, too! Lisa is skilled at cultivating a positive outlook that is soothing and uplifting. I always look forward to coming to her classes in different yoga styles."

"If yoga is not part of your diet and exercise regimen, then you are selling yourself short.  I started going to Lisa’s classes earlier this year and she is by far the BEST yoga instructor I’ve ever had.  Do your mind and body a favor and sign up for her classes and make yoga a regular part of your life."

"I've taken Lisa's Yin class regularly for the last couple of years, and I love it. It's a great way to stretch slowly and deeply, and it can be as gentle or as intense as you would like it to be. With deep, regular breathing and a ton of props, it's amazing to witness your body relax and sink slowly into a pose as your muscles relax and stretch.

Lisa's Slow Flow class is a wonderful and gentle class. She maintains a steady flow of poses always with tips on how to modify each pose should you need to. It's a great class for a beginner as well as for anyone more experienced in yoga."

"I always enjoy Lisa’s classes. She tailors the poses to participants and offers options on each pose. She’s a great teacher."

"Lisa is an excellent yoga instructor! She is well trained and understands that yoga is a complete, integrated practice.  She helps you tweak your postures so that you stay aligned and receive maximum benefits. In addition to being so knowledgeable, Lisa is always calm and encouraging to all of her students."

"My son and I thoroughly enjoy this class and Lisa each time we go. Every class is carefully structured around a theme, in which kids are kept engaged with imaginative poses and even learn sign language. I especially love that kids can be interactive with each other, as well. It's a great class."

"Lisa is great. She creates a stress-free environment where you always feel welcome. The instructor plans themes for children and moms/care-givers. Baby and Toddler Me Yoga has been something we look forward to each week."

"Lisa is one of the kindest people I know and her yoga classes are so much fun for me and my little ones. I love watching them learn some poses and participate in the fun songs and movements. Highly recommend!"

"Being a stay at home mom at the time when my daughter was about 7 months, I decided we needed to get involved in some activities. For my sanity and for her to see other little people. Yoga was one of our weekly activities we enjoyed with Ms. Lisa. She was awesome. I enjoyed Mommy & Me yoga so much that I told other mommy friends about it and they also began to join the class. Great activity, great class, great teacher."

"My granddaughter and I have been attending Lisa's Baby & Toddler Me Yoga classes on a regular basis for the past year, and we both love it! Lisa is incredibly caring, calm and patient and sensitive to the children's energy, adjusting her agenda accordingly. When my granddaughter rolls out an exercise ball, Lisa immediately incorporates it into the moves. Lisa understands children and welcomes their spontaneity. She is flexible and quickly adapts in the moment to their changing needs. Her themes for each class engage both adults and children. While the specific moves and poses are most beneficial to the adults in the class, her songs and props grab the attention of the children and encourage them to participate. And the interaction among the children is absolutely delightful. We look forward to Lisa's class every week and are so grateful to have this resource in our community."

"I started taking my daughter at 9 months old to baby and me yoga classes with Lisa and she was such an incredible teacher! I have been taking yoga classes for about 10 years and she has been by far the best teacher yet. She was so patient, kind and most importantly innovative with all of her kid friendly yoga moves. I loved the flexibility to let my baby do her own thing while she was getting acclimated to the class. I was able to connect with other moms and kids her age as well. The best part was it was super affordable and there was more than one location to choose from. We have since moved from Tallahassee and have yet to find another teacher as fantastic as Lisa! I highly recommend her for all of your yoga needs!"

"Lisa takes the time to get to know each family. After the morning struggle of getting ready and out the door, walking into her class she immediately puts you at ease and the atmosphere is soothing. Class is fun, social, and evolves as the session goes on. No two classes are the same as Lisa keeps its fresh. She is inclusive to all who walk in her door and is welcoming to both beginners and advanced students."

"I’ve been doing Baby & Me Yoga since my daughter was 3 months old (she’s now 11 months). We both love it! My daughter has fun and I get a little stretch. It’s really a nice supportive environment for kids and parents. I am so grateful for the baby yoga classes and highly recommend!"

"Lisa's family bedtime yoga is excellent. It is a small class, so she is able to cater to different children's family needs and interests. My son loved it and we'll be coming back!"

"I’ve been attending classes with my son (now 14 months) since he was 4 months old. He loves it! Even on his crankier days he lights up when we enter the yoga studio and he sees Miss Lisa! She is such a gift for mamas and babies. If you’re looking for an encouraging stimulating community for and your little, this is a great place!"

"We attended Lisa’s Toddler Yoga class, and then my daughters attended her Kids’ Yoga class for about 2 years. We still would be if we hadn’t moved away! We were very sad to have to say goodbye. Lisa is kind and nurturing to everyone. My daughters really developed a sweet relationship with her and looked forward to seeing her every week. She helped instill a love of yoga in them and they still enjoy practicing yoga. We are very grateful for Ms. Lisa!"

"My son and I have loved the baby and me yoga with Lisa! We've gotten to participate in two sessions! I can't wait to start Toddler and me yoga with him next year to see how that is! In Baby and Me, you get to do a slow paced yoga class, some poses with baby and some without!"

"We have taken classes with Lisa since my son was just a few months old. and he is now 2. She is so attentive to the needs of the little ones in class and makes it fun for both the parent and child! I highly recommend all classes with Lisa Wixted!"

"Lisa does a wonderful job with these classes. She incorporates song, sign language, and weekly themes in with the poses to engage the little ones. We’ve been going to her classes since my 2 year old was 8 months old, and we’ll continue to attend for as long as we can."

"I've been taking kids yoga at Parks and Recreation with Lisa for a few years now, first with my toddler and now with my infant, and we absolutely love her! She is wonderful and engaging with kids and the parents!

"We have loved our classes with Lisa. She's so patient and understanding with the kids. Love that she incorporates sign language in the class to coordinate with the poses. My girls use those signs often. I wish she had been here when my first was a baby because she's so encouraging and a wealth of knowledge."

"Lisa led a **WONDERFUL** class. My 17 month young daughter and I both enjoyed it. We stretched, sang, moved, laughed, learned some sign language, and left feeling great. Lisa held the energy and focus on the class very well. Thank You."

"We started in the Baby Yoga and moved up to the Toddler Yoga this session. In the baby yoga you get to do more yoga because your baby is more stationary. You also get to incorporate your baby into the poses. My little one is on the young side so in toddler yoga I spent most of the time bringing her back to the yoga mat. Some of the older children actually do the yoga poses. Lisa uses sign throughout the class, and I like that. My little girl loves the socialization and activities from this class. I would definitely recommend it!"