As a yoga teacher, I integrate an evidence-based approach informed by my background in science. My class offerings include Vinyasa Flow, Hatha, Restorative, Yin, Yoga Nidra, Pranayama and meditation. The physical practice is rooted in functional anatomy, allowing me to offer a safe practice, adapted to everyone’s unique body.
My teaching is focused on movement, breathwork, and mindfulness. I use science-backed methods to enhance strength, flexibility, mobility, and body awareness, with the ultimate goal of promoting long-term physical and mental well-being. I do not include mystical or esoteric elements in my teaching.
My personal yoga practice has been deeply rooted in the Ashtanga Vinyasa system. I have practiced with renowned Ashtanga teachers such as Tarik van Prehn, Lea Perfetti, Tomas Zorzo, Vera Simões, and Nancy Gilgoff.
In recent years, my practice has expanded to include Vinyasa Flow, Hatha, Yin and Restorative yoga. My focus has shifted from an alignment-based approach to a more functional perspective, informed by anatomy and biomechanics. To deepen my knowledge on this science-backed approach, I am currently enrolled in an additional 200-hour teacher training at the Yoga Easy Academy.
As for my meditation and mindfulness practice, I practiced Zen Buddhism with the Almond Blossom Sangha, in the tradition of Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh. Currently, my meditation practice is still rooted in Zen, but it integrates elements from other traditions, namely Taoism and Stoicism.
My physical practice includes, in addition to yoga, weight training, swimming and stand-up paddling.
I have worked as a researcher and university professor for most of my professional life, holding two PhD degrees, in Marine Sciences and in Psychology.