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Helene Teaches!

I make the practice of yoga and learning the Spanish language accessible and tailored for those that are interested and want to learn!

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Spanish Tutoring

One-on-one tutoring and small classes that make learning Spanish more interactive, engaging and fun to learn. In addition to incorporating the 4 skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing, I share and discuss aspects of Spanish/Latin American culture and my many travels to these countries.

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Yoga

I currently offer private yoga sessions as well as virtual and in person group classes. In my classes I bring together an eclectic mix of gentle postures, energy medicine work, and breath work, and make the lessons accessible to all. In addition, I teach Chair Yoga at the 300 Club and Mat yoga at Gainesville Health and Fitness and a Buddhist temple.

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Aqua Yoga

My Aquayoga classes at Dwight H. Hunter “Northeast” Pool are on pause. Aquayoga is helpful for those with arthritis and other medical issues that make yoga on land inaccessible. 

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Hi. I'm Helene!

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I’ve been teaching Spanish for over 38 years and teaching yoga for 15 years! I have a deep passion for both subjects and I love sharing my knowledge with my students.

I believe that learning another language helps us better understand our own and also brings us an appreciation for other cultures. I teach one-on-one and small classes so learning the language is more interpersonal and interactive, and you gain the confidence to speak and understand the Spanish language.

In my yoga teaching, I bring fun and lightheartedness to the practice. I believe yoga is a journey that helps you connect to your own self, a connection between mind, spirit, and body. It’s a path to knowing what is important and how you can nourish your body and spirit so you are at your best – while having fun and finding joy along the way.

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“Helene is one of the most caring and conscientious people I have ever met.”

When she teaches yoga, she is so intuitive of people’s needs. She is a very patient and caring instructor. She also is encouraging and makes one feel they are accomplishing their goals and will instruct how to do this. She is a true gift. I feel anyone would be lucky to have her as a teacher or mentor!

—Wendy Peppercorn
“So pumped to keep learning with Ms. Hammer and I’m certain that I’m in this learning process for the long haul.”

There are a lot of apps, books, and courses that promise to teach you Spanish. They might even work if you have the discipline. But one-on-one tutoring has ensured that I stick with it. I’m more relaxed, willing to risk sounding silly, and just spoke to my niece for the first time in her native tongue. 

—Budd Dees
“Helene’s positive energy is highly contagious!”

I always looked forward to Helene’s yoga class after a long day of teaching.  After her sessions, I went home feeling calm and with a clear mind, and I slept so well, feeling refreshed.  Her classes provided mental and physical comfort.  I haven’t been able to find an amazing yoga instructor like Helene after she left Virginia. 

—Christina Oh