Reviews
Dr. Sarah Hasenfratz, Offenbach
"I have a PhD in chemistry who came to yoga in a roundabout way. So skepticism is in my nature. But so is curiosity.
Years ago, yoga was on everyone's lips. For me, however, it always had a certain esoteric quality and seemed only suitable for people with "rubber bodies." The former was foreign to me, and the latter I didn't have. Nevertheless, I tried various yoga schools and came to the conclusion that yoga wasn't for me.
Sandra Scherer was my dance teacher. We started every class with yoga exercises to warm up. Over time, I really began to enjoy them.
After about six months, I realized that dancing wasn't going to get me very far. So I suggested to Sandra that we do yoga instead. It wasn't just the better choice, it was the best choice.
For the next seven years, I did yoga with Sandra once or twice a week. The sessions became highlights in my hectic life—filled with work, family, dog, and numerous other commitments.
The two-hour yoga class was a true energizer. I felt my body become stronger and more supple with each class. I learned what deep relaxation feels like and I learned to push myself beyond my limits: I never would have imagined I'd one day be able to do a headstand.
Sandra's safety and empathy played a huge role in the sessions – and they seemed to rub off on me over time. Added to that was her knowledge, professionalism, and detailed work on my body.
I learned so much from Sandra Scherer. She also introduced me to the philosophical world of yoga. She taught me to understand concepts like "breathe through the pain" and "good pain." She also introduced me to the abstract feeling of mind and body becoming one. And today I know that this has nothing to do with esotericism.
When Sandra left Germany, I was left with a huge void. It was a true loss of quality of life. I tried desperately and for a long time to find a new yoga teacher. After Sandra, it was a virtually hopeless undertaking.
I miss Sandra and our yoga classes very much. But I hope we can continue the old days of teaching via ZOOM."
Leon Kleffmann, Frankfurt
"Sandra is not only a very empathetic person but also an anatomy expert. She sees the smallest movements and recognizes larger connections from them.
Even in large classes, she manages to see everyone in an incredible way, leaves no one without corrections and knows how to keep an eye on all the special features, whether it be bad posture, pain patterns, operations, illnesses, etc. Amazing!
Dear Sandra, I enjoy coming to your workshops every year and am inspired and well-moved after each one;)"
Elizabeth Müller, Mellingen CH
"I've been doing yoga with Sandra since summer 2017, taking Iyengar Yoga (beginners' class). Even during my first taster class, I knew: I like the care and precision with which Sandra works, guides, corrects,... it suits me very well.
Since this summer I have been taking the Iyengar course: Mindfulness and Breath.
New worlds are opening up for me here! I love the clarity of the morning atmosphere and Sandra's detailed, careful instructions for deep inner "movements" and for perceiving inner processes.
I'm learning how to activate the Mula Bandha, a deep ascending current of energy. I was surprised that it almost automatically causes my body to straighten up...
I'm learning how to widen my pelvis... how to think of my feet as bigger... what that triggers in my body...
...inner spaces and lightness arise that I have not known for seventy years...
I really appreciate Sandra's competent and meticulous approach!"
Barbara Jäkle, Bremgarten CH
"I've been booking regular individual yoga sessions with Sandra for three years, and I wouldn't want to miss them anymore. No matter what the issue, Sandra always manages to motivate my body and me to work together. She's super responsive to my individual requirements and needs. And I enjoy every yoga session with Sandra."
Judith Imhof, CH
"The experiences and insights from the individual lessons with Sandra Scherer inspire me in many different areas of life. Through her tailored exercises and helpful techniques, Sandra Scherer allows me to experience physical alignment again and again in new and deeper ways. This opens up new spaces, both for my body and for my thoughts and feelings.
Sandra Scherer works holistically, recognizing connections and drawing on her extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, philosophy, and religious studies. I sense that, due to her biography, she knows and appreciates both Western and Eastern cultures, which is evident in her appreciative attitude and her preservation of my personal spirituality.
I can definitely say that the bodywork with Sandra Scherer continually inspires and enriches me as a person and my work as a singer and physiotherapist. Last but not least, it simply gives me enormous joy to be able to work with someone with such a big and open heart."
Regina Wettstein, CH
"Sandra has a wealth of knowledge. I value her in-depth anatomical knowledge most. She places great emphasis on subtle adjustments, consistently incorporating different techniques into her classes, and thus supports each individual in getting to know their own body and working individually, regardless of whether they are beginners or have previous experience.
Sandra lives and conveys the feeling of respecting and appreciating one's own body and makes it easy to curb false ambition.
The lessons are challenging to the right extent, but never overwhelming.
Through regular yoga practice with her, I feel strengthened, free, and relaxed at the same time. Sandra's classes often help me relieve headaches and tensions that have built up from everyday life. I've become more balanced in the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
I am very happy to have found such a competent yoga teacher in the vast "yoga jungle."
Regina Wettstein, 44, occupational therapist, practicing yoga for over 10 years
Nelly Frankhauser, CH
"Sandra's school in Bremgarten was a stroke of luck for me. Upon my retirement as a human resources specialist and vocational trainer, I was looking for a good school that offered Iyengar Yoga. I didn't just want to maintain my flexibility; I wanted to improve it and stay mentally fit. Conclusion after 5 years: Goal achieved!
I have benefited greatly from Sandra mentally, physically, and spiritually, and I want to continue doing so. Her wealth of experience is immense and her knowledge very broad; she carefully addresses each of our questions. I appreciate her fluid teaching style and her calm and clear voice. She always knows an exercise that can relieve discomfort or ease a difficult posture.
She introduces us to new techniques with care and warmth. She sensitively addresses her students' health limitations and demonstrates variations. Each lesson flies by, offering a variety of exercises and challenges. We get to know muscles we didn't even know we had.
During the lockdown, she immediately posted videos online so we could continue training. I feel like I'm in the right place with Sandra and am convinced that she has something to offer all age groups."
Florence Schmid-Berra, CH
"Two and a half years ago, a friend introduced me to Sandra and her Iyengar yoga class, and since then, my body and mind have changed very positively.
Additionally, I can feel my muscles much more intensely, even muscles I never realized I had.
Through these profound exercises, my posture has changed and my awareness has increased.
My ability to concentrate and my well-being have improved immensely.
Sandra has a wonderful way of teaching and correcting her students; her voice is extremely soothing.
Joining her class was one of the best decisions I ever made.
I have been working as a self-employed property manager since 2009."
Jasmine Fausch, CH
"I appreciate the professional way Sandra Scherer teaches yoga. You can immediately tell that she shares years of experience with us. She approaches each person individually and teaches us the art of movement with great dedication and mindfulness.
Through targeted stretching, posture, and breathing exercises, she helps us sense and learn that body, mind, and soul desire to be connected. My years of relatively one-sided posture, due to my work as a beautician and therapist, left traces of pain and shortened muscles.
Through yoga, I'm learning to pay more attention to my body again, and I enjoy it. I really like the holistic approach to thinking and acting that goes into the classes.
I give Sandra Scherer's yoga school 10 stars!!"
Dorothea Laier, CH
Karin Streiff, CH
"I was able to experience a wonderful yoga retreat with Sandra in the Bernese Oberland.
Her teaching reflects great experience and knowledge. Her style is refined and subtle.
The precise instructions, whether verbal or through demonstration, help to understand, feel, and experience what yoga truly means. I feel very strengthened and fulfilled after these days with her, in this beautiful place."
Irene Heller, CH
"Back in Lucerne, I fondly remember the wonderful yoga seminar with you in the Bernese Oberland.
I was able to experience these days as very healing and empowering. With your knowledge and your calm, warm manner, you made them very educational.
Thank you very much."
Inge Kleffmann, Frankfurt
"Thank you so much, Sandra, for the wonderful workshop you gave here in Frankfurt this summer. It's always amazing and very, very beneficial to attend your yoga classes and experience how your teaching changes.
I experience you as a person who is always curious, constantly striving to expand their experience, and never stops learning. This strong desire, combined with your ability to focus both inward and outward, and to incorporate this into your lessons, is what makes your teaching so unique.
The personal closeness that you are able to establish and your approachability, coupled with comprehensive movement therapy knowledge, creates a great trusting closeness and an exercise-intensive atmosphere.
I met Sandra almost 20 years ago at the Frankfurt Dance and Theater Workshop. That was when I first encountered yoga, and her teaching style captivated me and hasn't let go since. From then on, I regularly participated in Sandra's classes and workshops.
Since Sandra moved to Switzerland, I have invited her from time to time to workshops in Germany or organized a yoga trip to Bremgarten with other 'fans'.
I'm already looking forward to the next event."
Claudia Furrer, CH
"During my 4.5-year yoga training with Bruno Dietziker, Sandra was a regular guest teacher for Iyengar yoga.
With her sympathetic, calm, empathetic, and even dance-like manner, she manages to work on the body down to the finest details, using very clear instructions and tools, which I had never noticed before. Wonderful!
Her knowledge of the body, proper healthy alignment, how it functions and moves, is impressive. There's a lot of experience behind it. If her yoga studio were near me, I would join her classes immediately!"
Sabrina Keusch, Zurich CH
"Before the coaching, I was unsure about which career path I wanted to take in the future. I had a vague idea. Sandra expanded the possibilities with me and then narrowed down the topic step by step. Through the coaching, I gained clarity about my career path. She also provided me with a "first aid kit" that I can use in difficult situations.
We looked not only at the actual issue, but also at the context, beliefs, insecurities, and fears. I received support on various topics.
Sandra takes a very structured approach and asks the right questions. She guided me in a targeted manner, and we reached our goal quickly. She has many ideas and a broad range of specialist knowledge.
Sandra is a very empathetic and warm person. She empathizes with the topic and, with her personality, creates a safe, trusting, and protected environment."
Camilla Zedi, Bremgarten, Switzerland
"I originally knew and appreciated Sandra as my yoga teacher. Now I've also had the opportunity to experience her coaching. It didn't surprise me that Sandra is also a great fit for me as a coach. Her diverse training, her life experience, and her talent for looking at things from different perspectives, holistically, all of this has made coaching infinitely valuable to me.
In four (or five?) coaching sessions, I was able to identify my specific (professional) goals, formulate them, and identify some of the obstacles I was facing. I gained clarity about what I wanted and what I didn't want, and I found genuine joy in the next steps. The coaching was absolutely helpful for me!
After each coaching session, I left the room feeling lighter, more positive, and more courageous. Sandra's calm yet lively manner somehow rubs off on me, making me feel calm, clear, and confident as well.
I'm simply fascinated by Sandra as a person, the way she lives and radiates her knowledge and experience. That's what makes her so authentic and inspiring to me. Her warmth, empathy, and accepting and appreciative manner touch me and are very comforting. Meeting Sandra is one of the fortunate "coincidences" I've had the pleasure of experiencing in my life. Getting to know her is a great gift for me and makes me incredibly grateful. Sandra has had a wonderfully positive influence on my path and lovingly accompanied me in my professional (re)orientation and beyond.
I can't even begin to put into words how good the coaching with Sandra felt and everything I was able to take away from it."
grateful, Camilla
Franziska, Zurich, CH
"Through my work with Sandra Scherer, I recognized my potential. I never would have thought it could take me this far. Through her questioning of my statements, I learned a great deal about myself. And for the first time, I was able to grasp what I truly wanted. She motivated me greatly. I'm on the right path, both professionally and personally.
Sandra Scherer is extremely empathetic and professional!"