Aya is a sensitive and wildly intuitive teacher. She creates an environment where her students feel safe to explore and challenge themselves. Aya’s experience as a Japanese-English translator has provided her with an expertise in language and communication, and she is highly skilled in breaking down complex concepts, as well as working with students of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Aya is also a captivating actor and creative collaborator. I highly recommend her!”
— Katherine K. Willis, MA (Senior Instructor, Lucid Body Institute / Lecturer in Acting, Brooklyn College MFA Program)
Aya is an amazing, compassionate teacher. Her love of life is contagious. She’s led me to a deeper understanding of myself and my work, always with a playful spirit and a sense of humor.”
I never knew that I could feel so connected to my body, emotional life, and the actors I was working with so quickly and with such ease. I appreciated how Aya guided us through each exercise, building on what we knew on a cellular level to bring us into the present. Even though we were in a room full of strangers, I felt that everyone instantly felt pulled to one another and was affected by each other in a safe and profound way. I highly recommend Lucid Body work, especially when taught by Aya!”
— Laura Yumi Snell (Actress; Avenue Q National Tour)
Aya was one of the first teachers I encountered during my Lucid Body journey and how lucky I was! I have learned so much from her instruction as a teacher. Her kindness, generosity and dedication to the wellbeing of her students is inspiring. As is her dedication to continuing to grown and learn not only from her peers but her students as well. I look forward to learning more from her in the future and encourage anyone interested in the Lucid Body process to seek her out.”