Marlies Tobias 

A Journey into Yoga & Mindfulness

Marlies Tobias discovered yoga in 2002 during her first pregnancy, seeking a way to step out of her head and connect with her body. This marked the beginning of a lifelong journey of self-exploration and holistic well-being. In 2008, she expanded her practice into meditation, recognizing the deep need for stillness and presence while raising three young children. Meditation became her personal sanctuary—a moment of quiet amidst daily life to simply "be."

Extensive Training & Education

From 2012 to 2018, Marlies deepened her yoga studies in California, USA, completing her 200-hour YTT with Stephanie Pafford Yoga and an advanced 300-hour Voyager training at Wanderlust Hollywood. She had the privilege to train in person with esteemed teachers such as Scott Schwenk, Schuyler Grant, Matt Phippen, Jennifer Elliot, Clio Manuelian, Annie Carpenter, Joan Hyman, Carry Owerko, Noah Maze, Tias Little, and Tara Judelle.

Beyond yoga, Marlies broadened her expertise with diverse certifications and trainings, including:

• Mini Yogis Teacher Training (Children’s Yoga) with Shana Meyerson

• Mindfulness Training at UCLA & UC Berkeley

• Restorative Yoga Teacher Training

• Reiki Level I & II

• IET (Integrated Energy Therapy)

• Soul Realignment Training

• Pilates Teacher Training

• Singing Bowl Therapy Course

• Breath Coach Teacher Training

A Unique Approach: Science Meets Tradition

Marlies seamlessly integrates traditional yogic wisdom with modern science, creating a deeply transformative experience for her students. She specializes in yogatherapy, mindfulness, breathwork, and meditation, helping individuals manage stress, recover from chronic conditions, and cultivate inner balance.

Currently, she is the first European student at the Vivekananda Yoga University (VaYU), pursuing a Master of Science in Yoga Therapy. Her work has been recognized internationally, including her presentation at the Symposium on Yoga Research (SYR) 2023 in the USA, where she shared insights on yoga’s impact on Long COVID recovery.

Teaching Philosophy

Marlies believes that yoga is for everyone, regardless of age, flexibility, or experience. Her mission is to create a safe, inclusive space where students can reconnect with their body, mind, and breath. Whether teaching dynamic Vinyasa, grounding Hatha, or therapeutic breathwork, she meets each student where they are, offering personalized guidance tailored to their unique needs.

Current Offerings

At Yoga Academy You Are The Buddha in Breda, Netherlands, Marlies offers:

• Private Yoga & Mindfulness Sessions

• Breathwork Coaching & Mindfulness Training

• Group Yogatherapy Classes for Long COVID, Burnout, & Chronic Pain

• Workshops & Teacher Trainings

📍 Location: Yoga Academy You Are The Buddha, Breda, Netherlands
🌍 Website: www.youarethebuddha.com
📧 Contact: marlies@youarethebuddha.com