Our Students Speak
“I highly recommend this place and its founder and lead teacher, Gabrielle de Burke! The atmosphere of the studio is soothing, with a warm, calming ambiance and many props available for use. There are a wide variety of classes offered and a number of experienced and welcoming teachers. After taking only a few classes, I was hooked. Gabrielle is an expert and talented teacher and leader. Her knowledge is extensive. While she is a serious student of the art and practice of yoga and other disciplines, she does not take herself or the practices so seriously that she cannot bring fun and humor into her classes. She is welcoming to all and finds ways to accommodate the movements, making the classes accessible to all levels of experience. She meets you where you are and brings along where you want to go.”
- Mary Lou
Registered Nurse
“The Founder, Gabrielle de Burke has trained in a variety of the healing arts (yoga, Tai Chi, Qi Gong) and is a gifted teacher who imparts her expertise, joy, and humor to her students…The other instructors at DSA Studio are also wonderful teachers and human beings. You will feel bathed in the love of the universe if you take a yoga class with Nicole Cirone… I have been taking Qi Gong classes with Gabrielle for the last 5 years…This has been one of the greatest gifts of healing in my life… I have since become a certified Level 1 Radiant Lotus Qi Gong instructor, I received this certification from my teacher’s teacher—Daisy Lee – and this too is a gift of greater love, healing and joy in my life…I would encourage anyone to come and be a part of the DSA community—where mind, body and spirit are nurtured and restored!”
- Michelle Ramirez
Professor of Anthropology
“Just wanted to send out a shout out about Dragon Spirit Arts Yoga and Gabrielle and all the awesome things happening there. Great teachers, classes and always something new going on with special series and retreats from mountains to beaches. Never want to miss a class and now with our quarantine I don’t have to with Gabrielle making it possible to Zoom classes each day. Love when I can have a teacher in front of me and make my practice a happy one. Gabrielle breaks down each pose and movement perfectly to get that pose feeling just right! 5 stars!!”
- Paula
Doctor of Holistic Medicine
“Gabrielle’s yoga style is a wonderful blend of restorative, relaxation, & rejuvenation. She gives you a great stretch without you even realizing it. She has a particular gift for modifying postures in a progression that meets the needs of everyone in the class.”
- Jane Sanders Miller
Massage Therapist, Esthetician, Research Editor
“Gabrielle is an extraordinary teacher. I did not think yoga was ‘for me’ until I took one of her classes. She seems to intuitively know what each student needs and structures the class so that both group and individual needs are met. Not only did I find peace and tranquility when taking her classes, but my body opened up and healed itself. Chronic pain from old injuries melted away.”
- Charlotte Hummel
Attorney at Law
“Gabrielle has a deep understanding of the body and how yoga practice transforms into our own spirit of movement. She brings years of knowledge and experience to her teaching, leading classes that are well paced and peaceful.”
- Patricia Haddad
Musician, Performer, Arts Educator
“Gabrielle’s warm and unique style creates a welcoming, inspiring environment in any given quarters. Her flowing, grounded approach makes for a really fun way to get connected with oneself and ones environment. The comfort she provides by simply being herself helps make self-exploration a treat no matter where one is on their path; she truly keeps it real, and her classes are a delight.”
- Angela Armour
Artist, Hoop Dance Instructor
"I was always afraid to take a yoga class, but Gabrielle makes it easy and fun. She's explains everything very clearly, and is hands-on to make sure that you are doing every pose correctly and safely."
- Beth
“Gabrielle is attentive to the personal needs of each person in her class; always encouraging you to ‘reach for that stretch’ but also to only do what your body will allow. “
- Laurie Callan
Full-Time Mom
"When I walk into Gabrielle's yoga class the stress in my body or the migraine that has been pounding in my head is all but forgotten by the end of Gabrielle's yoga class. From the music, to the soothing way Gabrielle speaks, the Restorative yoga & qi-gong classes will renew, re-energize and make you feel whole again. Everything that is taught in class makes you very aware of your thoughts and your body. I'm not sure how we were so fortunate to have Gabrielle but I am truly grateful."
- Colleen King
Accreditation Coordinator
“Gabrielle's teachings combine elements from her trainings in dance, yoga, martial arts. In her Yo-fu workshop, she guided us on a journey that flowed smoothly between those elements while her open and inviting energy made the class a pleasure to take part in :)”
- Rachel Green
Dance Therapist
”Gabrielle has taught me my inner self-strength over the past 13 + years through the practice of learning the internal/martial arts of T’ai Chi, Chi-kung & Yoga. The practice of balancing poses, core strengthening, slow breathing, relaxation and self reflection have taught me that healthy exercise does not have to be hard on my body, while opening me up to a new awareness in my being!”
- H.K.
Long-time Student
”I have known Gabrielle for about 14 years, since i first began working with her privately. She is a woman of integrity and high morals-in both her personal and professional life! She is a master healer and very knowledgeable in her profession. My total experience for all the years working with her has been that she helps me learn to relax, which is hard to do for a type “A” personality such as my self. I highly recommend her as a private instructor & Thai bodywork practitioner!”
- J.B.K.
Long-time Client
“Radiant Lotus qigong and Dao Yin Yoga are practices that are yin/female oriented… Having seen Gabrielle move so gracefully and explain qigong so true to its essence, I am excited to have her offerings be closer to our corner of the Philly region for all to benefit.”
- Margaret Kinnevy
RN, MAc, Acupuncturist
”I have been taking classes in Yoga in some form since 1969. I consider the practice to be essential to my health and well-being. Gabrielle is a highly knowledgeable practitioner and her classes seamlessly combine the spirit with the physical practice. I leave her class each week refreshed and serene, and eagerly look forward to the next meeting.”
- Nan Gilbert
“From the first night I attended Gabrielle’s Dragon Spirit Yoga class I was grateful. When I arrived home I realized the stress I usually carry in my neck was gone. I’ve been practicing Yoga for years and this was the first time I noticed an immediate change in my body, mind and spirit.”
- Terry Bradley
Grateful Student
