Testimonials
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If you feel you could write a testimonial for ayurveda or the work Marie Mills of Ayurveda Ireland, please write it down and send it on to:
Students often hold a reflection of the Teacher or Educator. The Mirror I see in my classes is Loving Kindness. I have gratitude for all of those who use my work as a platform for Health and Joyful living...Marie Mills
'If facts are the seeds that later produce knowledge and wisdom, then the emotions and the impressions of the senses are the fertile soil in which the seeds must grow.'
- Rachel Carson
Re: Contemporary Ayurveda
I attended Ayurveda Cork and Marie Mills on the recommendation of a good friend.
I was given the gift of an Ayurvedic massage as a present; it was a wonderful and thoughtful token that was very gratefully received.
The whole experience of the massage was lovely. Marie completes an assessment prior to the massage and offers simple advice that can help to enhance your wellbeing and the whole experience of your Ayurveda massage. The massage itself is a wonderful experience, thoroughly relaxing and very comfortable. For me the after effects lasted for a good few days and the helpful advice offered by Marie, still gently echoes with me. I will very happily go back for more!
Jo O'Sullivan
Re: Contemporary Yoga & Ayurveda
Marie is open, honest, humble, funny and divinely human . In her yoga class she always seems to touch on the right thought for the day, through expressing her own challenges of the moment, you hear just what you needed to hear.
You can go in to the class bound with unknown tension and
dis-ease and you walk out with a revelatory sense of peace, acceptance and ease. A beautiful gift bestowed. All my kids have gone to Marie's yoga classes and they loved them too.
Marie's ayurvedic consultations are very insightful. Even if you only take away a few recommendations, they make a positive impact on your life. (As Marie says a lot of them are what your granny told you!! Old wisdoms fallen by the wayside of western living.) Marie is always a joy to work with and to meet, a wonderful woman with heart, laughter and spirit.
Trish
Re: Contemporary Yoga & Ayurveda
Maries yoga classes have been a true blessing in my life.I have been astounded at various points over the past few years at what an inspirational and intuitive yoga teacher she is.She seems to reach everyone during her class,whether it be by pushing you further into some posture if needs be,or helping you to realise that things are not all that bad!She has helped to teach me to listen to my body,be grateful for all that I have and very importantly to live in the now.Yoga gives you strength and serenity in the face of lifes little adversities.I have recommended Marie as a yoga teacher to a number of people at this stage,and they have all gushed about what a wonderful and special teacher she is,and she makes me laugh!
A.B.
Re: Contemporary Yoga & Ayurveda
Marie is like a tonic, her happy bubbly disposition isinfectious, I have just completed marie's yoga classes, to say I feellike a new person since incorporating Marie's relaxation techniques and breathing exercises into my daily routine would be an understatement.
As for Maries infamous massages, if heaven could be bottled this is it! Hot oil, heat packs and Maries magic hands, what more can i say, be prepared to float home after. I highly recommend Marie, she truly is Bandon's hidden gem.
M.
Re: Contemporary Ayurveda
The best massage I have ever got! As a regular client I find my time with Marie true heaven. Peace, serentiy and relaxation are just a few words to describe the experiences!. Thank you!
Ali
Re: Contemporary Yoga & Ayurveda
Marie's classes are a little bit of heaven in this hectic world we live in. I love the variety she offers, no two sessions are the same. A sense of peace and calm seems to radiant from Marie which is infectious and I always feel more grounded at the end of her class.
Joan O'Regan
Re: Contemporary Yoga & Ayurveda
The benefits of well-being should never be under-estimated.
Especially in times like these when the economy, politicians and weather all seem to conspire against us!
I have found the healing experience of yoga at the Contemporary Ayurveda Centre in Bandon to be truly beneficial for both mind and body and would recommend it to all. Marie's gentle and holistic approach to life is like a breath of fresh air and I would like to thank her for all her help.
SO'L
Re: Contemporary Yoga
As a mother of small children, I find Marie's classes relaxing and a weekly haven from day to day living. Marie's pleasant and uplifting personality makes yoga very enjoyable...medicine for mind and body and soul...a must in today's busy world.
M.H.
Re: Contemporary Yoga & Ayurveda
Since finding yoga, its been a life changing experience. Marie Mills is so pleasant, positive, always smiling with a lovely voice for relaxation and stress relief. I find I am more flexible, feel well and have some knowledge of Ayurveda.
H.S.
Re: Contemporary Yoga & Ayurveda
Yoga with Marie is relaxing and invigorating at the same time. She is such an warm and intuitive teacher and very instinctive so that each class is organic and motivating. Marie is also generous in sharing her knowledge of Ayurveda with her students which is a bonus. I find yoga with Marie essential in maintaining a healthy body and mind and couldn't ask for a better teacher.
CH, Bandon.
Re: Contemporary Yoga & Ayurveda
I have partaken in Marie’s yoga class and found it to be wonderful, I felt energised and refreshed afterward. I have witnessed Marie giving facial’s and the result is very noticeable. All herbs recommended by Marie are very effective and she is a wonderful lady to deal with.
I highly recommend anyone suffering from stress of any kind to give Marie and her wonderful Ayurveda magic a chance to work.
A. Moriarity
Re: Contemporary Yoga & Ayurveda
I love the range of practices while always coming back to basics, especially breathing. Really useful having focus in the classes while also incorporating little ways to bring yoga into a daily routine. Most of all Marie makes it enjoyable and entertaining.
R. H.
Re: Contemporary Yoga & Ayurveda
At Marie's yoga class you will learn to slow down and "find yourself" again in this hectic, crazy world we live in. I have been attending her classes for a couple of years now and find that I have gradually grown in self esteem and confidence having worked with Marie, she teaches breathing techniques to help you to learn to relax and to cope with life's problems. I guarantee you will come away from her class feeling energized and loving yourself again. Would strongly recommend for someone looking to destress, also helps greatly with insomnia and anxiety problems, while at the same time benefitting from a fun work-out. Thanks Marie.
E. S.
Re: Contemporary Yoga & Ayurveda
A lovely relaxing massage,felt very invigorated afterwards, must have another soon!
K. O'S
Re: Contemporary Ayurveda & yoga
I started attending Marie for lower back pain which was acute and persistent. She was upfront with me saying that she couldn’t cure it but could help me control it with a program of exercises. Within a few weeks my back pain was virtually gone and I only get the odd twinge when I forget to do the exercises. She also sorted out a hip that had arthritis and I feel ten years younger since I started.
She ends my sessions with a verbal relaxation technique, which only lasts ten minutes but completely de-stresses and relaxes me.
If you are stressed and live a hectic life you owe it to yourself to visit Marie Mills.
J.M.
Re: Contemporary Yoga
Yoga a must for stilling the mind-gentle exercise with Marie is a must.
J.W
Re: Contemporary Yoga & Ayurveda
I have been attending Marie's yoga classes in Bandon for a couple of years now and I think they are excellent. They are suitable for beginners as well as advanced students , as Marie allows you to go at your own pace depending on how you are feeling that day. I always feel very safe under Marie's instruction and her classes are great fun.
I also received several massage treatment' s from Marie for a lower back complaint and I would recommend her to anyone.
Alexandra Sexton , Macroom.
Re: Contemporary Yoga & Ayurveda
"This is what a massage is meant to feel like. Relaxing and Re-energising.
As for the yoga practice, I've been going for over three years and would never dream of having another guide. Marie is Fabulous."
M. Cotter
Re: Contemporary Yoga
"I have been practising yoga with marie for 6 years. A most inspirational teacher. She taught me how to use my breath to slow down and restore my energy. Keep up the good work."
K.R.
Re: Contemporary Ayurveda
“Facials with Marie are worth every second of your time. Each minute is so relaxing and refreshing. Marie is gifted and calming to be around and I would recommend that everyone takes time to experience a facial with Marie.”
Deirdre Wilmot
Re:Contemporary Ayurveda & yoga work & treatments
Marie is a genuine, caring, highly skilled healthcare practitioner, her yoga and ayurvedic massage and advice are healing and life enhancing. And she can Laugh!
J. O'R.
Re: Ayurvedic Massage
Marie Mills can only be described as a unique experience. I had never had a Ayurvedic treatment before and had no preconceptions about it, or how I would feel afterwards.
All I can say is, if my experience is anything to go by, we should all see Marie every week. During my massage I experienced different emotions of love, pure joy and at point some sadness. Afterwards I was walking on air for several days and almost felt re-born. I believe the experience has also stayed with me months afterward and I look forward to my next massage very much. It is not a massage you get from Marie, it is a unique experience given by a wonderful person.
S. H.
Re: Ayurvedic massage
Massage that is a real experience of tender loving care and nurturing. Thanks Marie.
Gill
Re: Contemporary Yoga Classes
Marie seemlessly links the spiritual elements of yoga with a fun challenging workout. Her classes always leave me feeling renewed and inspired.
Kathleen
Re: Ayurvedic Massage & Contemporary yoga
No massage I’ve had would equate to the ayurvedic massages I have received from Marie – each time proved to be a wonderfully relaxing, therapeutic and invigorating experience. Her holistic approach is second to none – all aspects of the self (physical, emotional etc.) are catered for by Marie with great care and attention. She is also full of positivity, light and humour which makes every interaction with her bright and uplifting. I regularly attend Marie’s dynamic yoga classes which I love because of the perfect mix of dynamic physical activity, relaxation and meditation. I am constantly recommending her to people both for massage and yoga. Personally, I would find it hard to go to anybody else for either.
Serena Ní Chorcoráin
Re: Spa Half Day retreat
Thanks Marie, I hope to get a gift voucher from you for a friend, the massage and facial were so lovely. You made such a retreat with your practice, I would love to be able to treat all my friends, we all deserve a bit of 'me' time.
S.D.
Re: Ayurvedic Massage
I'll never forget the massage I got at Marie's. It was without doubt the best massage I've ever had, and thats counting sublime ones in India and Thailand. and I've heartily recommended her to family and friends and would love to make more regular visits- I'd be a much better person!
Chloe Nagle.
Re:Contemporary Ayurveda & yoga work & treatments
I met Marie for the first time at one of her Dosha Days. It was a lovely relaxing and informative day with great food. I also went along to one of her drop in yoga classes, it was very relaxing also. I then visited her at her georgous log cabin at home to have a full body massage and what a wonderful experience that was. All I can say is she has a magic pair of hands. It was more than just a massage she also gave me some excellent advise on food and lifestyle that would help my particular personality. I would definately recommend anyone to go and visit Marie. She is warm, bubbly, positive and understanding and knows her stuff.
M. McDermott
Re: Ayurvedic Massage and therapeutic ayurvedic massage
The relief I have felt from the type of massage marie give's is absolutely amazing. It's the best i have come across to date. My muscles become intensely tight, painful and i am unable to relax. Ayurvedic massage is hugely beneficial for my well being. And also contemporary yoga has been hugely helpful both at home (when its windy, icy or too cold to walk or surf) or in class where sharing the experience of yoga and meditation practice is centering, relaxing and a great way to exercise.
Rose
Re: Ayurvedic Massage
I find a full body massage from Marie is a wonderful way to switch off from the woe's and worries of the outside world. I always leave with my spirit lifted and yet relaxed. I recommend it highly as a great way to destress.
Mairéadaine
'All things I seek, are now seeking me.'
