michael zerner

Biography for Yoga Mike      

In 1976, at the age of twenty-two, I had the great honor to meet and play tennis with Torban Ulrich, Frank Sedgeman and other renown International tennis players.

It is because of this experience that I first heard of yoga.

While waiting to play tennis with Torben, I noticed that he was doing various stretches, but none I had ever seen before. He explained that it was a form of stretching and mediation known as yoga. Little did I know then, that yoga would soon become a daily part of my life?

It was later in that year that I had a sports injury from playing tennis in Europe and had to have major back surgery.

It was certainly was the most painful experience I ever had. After the operation, my doctors said that I lost nerve senses in my right leg and foot, and to make matters worse, they suggested that I have more corrective surgeries. With that I quickly turned to alternative methods.

I remembered Torben Ulrich and the yoga moves he had previously showed me.

I was in search of a yoga teacher. With great fortune I found a most wonderful yoga instructor and fun loving students in Ethel Mercer’s University of Toledo class.

The integration of mind and body through stretching and proper breathing jazzed me.

My back and body had never felt better.

I found a home in yoga and it has been part of my life for the past thirty-two years.

I am forever grateful to Torben Ulrich.

I am forever grateful to Ethel Mercer.

Be Peaceful, Be Well and Keep Smiling.

Namaste’

Michael Zerner Yoga Testimonials:

“Thank you for all you teach me every week, and for the awesome instruction, care and enthusiasm you put into every class. You have taught me so much.” Jessica

“Thanks for a wonderful year of yoga, It has truly helped focus my mind and body.” Jay

“Thank you for being such a great teacher. I learn so much about life, my body, my soul, my spirit and love from you.” Paulitta

“Thank you, thank you, thank you for being such an outstanding teacher!!! Your inclusive, personal and warm classes have helped me deeper my practice.” Gwen

“I am using muscles that I never used! Yoga has improved my strength and allowed me to be a better runner.” Grace

“Yoga and kids is a fantastic combination, especially with a perceptive teacher like Mike. My son has the fortune to work with a male teacher who understands the special needs of his body and my daughter is blessed to work with a teacher who has the patience and compassion to keep vigil with her and her Down syndrome. They have learned flexibility, strength, stamina and stillness through their yoga practice.” Joanne & Steve