Team
Main teacher and level 2 authorized by R. Sharath Jois, aspiring philosopher.
I attended the first yoga classes during my studies, but the practice only became a part of my life after my stay in India. During the 6 years there I was able to spend several months in different ashrams, which is why the philosophy and cultural aspects of yoga have always been in the foreground for me.
My first Ashtanga teacher was Yamini Muthanna, who had studied in the Mysore tradition from BNS Iyengar, so he was also my first teacher in Mysore. An important part of the trip were various long-term trainings at the Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram in Chennai, where I was able to specialize in Vedic Chanting, among other things. I am now a dedicated student at the Trayee School in Bangalore, which is run by the legendary Challakere brothers.
In the spring of 2018, I received authorization from my main teacher, R. Sharath Jois. Since I have benefited incredibly from his knowledge and experience, I try to organize my lessons in his interest. After many years in Berlin, I am now looking forward to getting to know and accompanying the students in the Ashtanga yoga studio in Freiburg.
Yoga teacher certified by Lino Miele, AYRI, qualified biologist, naturopath with a focus on osteopathy
I started to practice yoga in 2003 and for 3 years I have been practicing different styles of yoga with different teachers. In 2006 I came into contact with Ashtanga Yoga at a yoga conference and found the right method for myself. I love the dynamic flow and sheer beauty of this practice and was able to experience the effectiveness for myself.
Not only my yoga experience but also my knowledge as an osteopath flow into my lessons. It is important to me to respect the individual limits of each body and to show a path to health and healing.
In 2013 I founded Ashtanga Yoga Basel to create a place where traditional knowledge can be passed on. In the past few years we have been able to win almost all known senior teachers for seminars and learn from the intensive exchange with them.
Degree in social pedagogy (BA 1999), outdoor education (2006), fitness coach with a b-licence (BSA Akademie 2012), instructor "Healthy during pregnancy“ (BSA Akademie 2012), coach for healthy eating (BSA Akademie 2013), coach for relaxation (BSA Akademie 2013), pilates coach (BSA Akademie 2013), nordic walking basic instructor (ÖNV 2013)
After giving birth to my second child in 2011 I happened to get in touch with Ashtanga yoga in Egypt and I was instantly enthusiastic about learning more about the practice. Back in Freiburg I started practicing with Miriam and Katharina and thus gradually learned the sequence of asana of the first series. Because Ashtanga yoga is a mixture of relaxation, movement, dynamics, breathing and meditation my life has slowly been transformed and after two years of parental leave I started turning meditation and movement into a living. Since 2013 I have been teaching ashtanga yoga in Freiburg and since 2014 I am part of the Ashtanga Yoga Freiburg team.
I am looking forward to going this fascinating Ashtanga yoga path with you and getting to know you on the mat!
My name is Vicky. I am a social worker specializing in helping offenders, as well as a trained yoga and MBSR teacher. Since 2020, I have been intensively practicing Ashtanga and Yin Yoga. My practice is strongly influenced by my teacher Miriam Iannone, from whom I am continuously learning.
My professional focus is on working in correctional facilities—a context in which mindfulness, body awareness, and inner stability play a particularly important role. These experiences also flow into my yoga teaching: I want to create a safe space where connection, focus, and acceptance can be experienced—and where lightness and fun are also part of the practice.
After many years in Berlin, I now live in Freiburg and am looking forward to becoming part of the Ashtanga Yoga Freiburg team and sharing my practice with you.