Kari Porter

Testimonials

I decided to try EDGU as it was one of the few things offered at the YMCA at a time I could attend before going to work. That was well over a year ago and it is now one of the bright points in my week. Combining exercise and visualization I find it stimulating and relaxing at the same time. I particularly love that I can do it with eyes closed while Nancy’s supportive voice guides the way. I enjoy just following along to the visualization as Nancy speaks it in class and have not committed it to … Read more
Nancy Wallace

Nancy has given her time, passion and purpose to the members of Eugene Family YMCA for nearly 20 years. Most of that time she has been a volunteer leading EDGU, and bringing this gift to the people of our community because she cares so deeply about EDGU’s impact.  Her ability to lead so many forms of group exercise led her to eventually become a paid Y Staff Instructor as well.  (She also taught step and dance aerobics in years past, as well as CoreYoga/Pilates and EDGU now.)

Taking classes from Nancy is a pure treat. She has such a way of making each person in the room feel comfortable, safe, led, and supported. She speaks with imagery that touches your life and your heart as you move with her.  Nancy is a naturally warm and caring person. She leads her classes with her heart. No matter what class she is leading, she creates a smooth, easeful introduction, gently warming you into the workout (be it yoga, core pilates, EDGU) and builds into a strong, powerful, impactful experience; then she guides you back into a deeply relaxing place, a feeling of completion and contentment.  People always leave a class with Nancy feeling better than when they came in.

Kari PorterDirector of Health & WellnessEugene Family YMCA

Testimonials

I decided to try EDGU as it was one of the few things offered at the YMCA at a time I could attend before going to work. That was well over a year ago and it is now one of the bright points in my week. Combining exercise and visualization I find it stimulating and relaxing at the same time. I particularly love that I can do it with eyes closed while Nancy’s supportive voice guides the way. I enjoy just following along to the visualization as Nancy speaks it in class and have not committed it to … Read more
Nancy Wallace