Photos by Bob Gabella
Linda's Backround
My name is Linda Hammitt and I have just recently moved to Crystal Lake. I have started Power Yoga programs in many popular health clubs in the Northwest Suburbs and have been in the fitness field for ten years. My certifications are:
- Himalayan Yoga Center 200 hour Yoga Alliance
- John Dminicho 1998 Yoga Phase 1 & Power Yoga Phase 2
- AFAA
Linda has been practicing & studying for 25 years. She learned to meditate under the direction of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in Bavaria, Germany. When she came to the USA she lived in Ashram for 2 years where she practiced Bhakti Yoga and the Veda lifestyle under Swami Prabhupada. Linda is continuing her practice with renowned teachers such as David Swenson, Sean Corn, Sharron Gannon, and David Life.
My story
Ever since I was a teenager, I was fascinated by yoga. It was one of the things that felt right for me. I had the opportunity to live in Goppingen, Germany as a teenager. There I learned Hatha Yoga from a german lady named Gertrude. I moved back to the U.S for one year and practiced meditation. Only to find myself back in Germany but in a place called Oberamagau, Bavaria up in the Alps. There I practiced my yoga meditation. I worked for the Nato School & Enjoyed my life there. I eventually moved back to the USA a couple years later and found myself living in Hawaii. I met my husband, Scott, there and married on the island. 17 years later I find myself rooted in Illinois practicing yoga, teaching fitness.
From Linda
"It has been the greatest honor to be able to bring the gift of yoga to all of the wonderful people I have met in the last ten years. I thank God for my wonderful parents, my husband and children, and all of the inspirational people I have met. I am looking forward to bringing power yoga to the area."
Testimonial
I really enjoy your classes and I believe you have a special teaching gift. The energy you project during your Yoga Instructions is very energizing yet peaceful to my soul and spirit. I have a daughter in college and I am very unhappy with my stressful job. She is an art student at a very prestigious school on the east coast. My position at work is helping her achieve her dreams. Your Yoga class is helping me deal with my stress. Unfortunately there are times when I can not make the class. If you have any of your programs taped I would like to request a copy so I may practice at home with you on the days I can not make the scheduled class time. There are other tapes on the market, but I don't think they compare to you.
Maybe its because you are humble and always willing to learn and better yourself that creates the karma around you. I can not pin point why I feel so strongly about your teaching methods, but I do understand how I feel once class is over. Thank you for taking time away from your family to share your gift with others.
Laura
"Hi Linda, Good morning, I wanted to let you know how much I truly enjoyed meeting you and taking your class. I am very new to Yoga and your class is the first and only class I have ever attended. I absolutely love it and wonder why it took me so long to try it out. I feel so good during and after your class. The stretching and meditative breathing is wonderful. It brings peace to my day and I look forward to Monday, Wednesday and Sunday! I feel stronger and believe it or not taller! (better posture, I know) Your class is exactly what I need to feel better mentally and physically and I plan on spreading the news of the great benefits to practicing yoga. I have only just begun my journey with yoga and I am very excited! Your Woodfield Bally's fan, Denise"
