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YOGA

Yoga to me - is a way of being that helps us to connect with the life force energy within and feel connected to the universe, our planet and all other life around us in a loving way. My practise teaches me to move and breathe more efficiently, create more space and flexibility in my body and mind which enables me to be fully present with myself and others with a better objectivity, calmness and clarity.

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Welcome!

I’m delighted and grateful that I get to share my love of yoga with you. I’m a yoga teacher based in central London. I’m truly passionate about the amazing benefits that a regular yoga practice and meditation brings to each practitioners life. It’s a journey that goes beyond the physical level and allows us to discover a connection between one’s body, mind and soul. I teach various practices such as Ashtanga Primary Series Level 1, Vinyasa Flow, Restorative Yoga, 4BEAT Yoga, Meditation and Pranayama (breath work). As a multi-bilingual teacher, I can offer teaching my classes in English, Swedish and Farsi.

I emphasise on good technique, safe alignment with the synchronisation of breath, gaze point and movement. In my classes, I will bring a compassion-centred attitude and incorporate mindfulness and ancient yogic philosophy and storytelling. I encourage growth of the physical and spiritual self in my classes, citing the interconnectedness to each other, to the world and to the universe at large. My aspiration is to make my students feel stronger and more flexible, both mentally and physically, and more confident while developing a more peaceful self-awareness off the matt.

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  • "Yoga is a light, which once lit will never dim. The better your practise, the brighter your flame."

    B.K.S Iyengar

  • “The Bamboo that bends is stronger than the Oak that resists.”

    ~ Japanese Proverb

  • “Yoga is not a work-out, it is a work-in. And this is the point of spiritual practice; to make us teachable; to open up our hearts and focus our awareness so that we can know what we already know and be who we already are.”

    — Rolf Gates

  • “Remember, it doesn’t matter how deep into a posture you go – what does matter is who you are when you get there.”

    – Max Strom

  • “Balancing in yoga and life is a reflection of our inner state. Can we dance with change? Can we fall and try again with playfulness? Do we have the focus, skill, and attunement to find the still point within it all?”

    – Shiva Rea

My Yoga Offerings:

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1:1 Private Yoga

Private yoga sessions in the comfort of your own home offers a rich, personalized experience unlike any other. It will be tailored and bespoke to your needs, goals and level of practice, which can elevate your progress much quicker than in a normal full class. Contact me to discuss private classes.

60 minutes | £77
90 minutes | £111

60 minutes package of 6 | £333
90 minutes package of 6 | £555

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Corporate De-Stressing

Corporate yoga classes are a great way to promote staff well being in a cost effective way. Sessions include meditation, active yoga postures, restorative yoga and are accessible for people of all levels of experience. Sessions can be delivered as half-day workshops or as an ongoing program of weekly classes.

60 minutes | £222

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Events & Workshops

I work with individuals, studios and businesses to create personalised yoga classes, events, and workshops for groups, parties, corporate events, gatherings and festivals.

For more information or to book me at your next event or festival, please get in touch.

Get in touch with me to discuss options, packages and learn more:

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TESTIMONIALS

  • “Had a great 1-1 yoga session with Atena. I learned some sequences and moves I hadn’t done before (normally I practice pilates not yoga), and I like the way she used blocks and straps in the session to adapt the positions to suit my flexibility (which is limited as I have scoliosis). I found the positions and moves quite hard, she pushed me to work to my capacity and I could feel that I’d worked out the next day. But even though it was hard physically I found the class very relaxing and meditative, it was a nice opportunity to switch off. I also found Atena very encouraging about what I did manage to achieve in the session even though I wasn’t strong enough to do everything I tried.”

    Rachel, London

  • I loved my first ever 1-2-1 yoga class. Atena was so open, down to earth and her humour and positive energy brought lightness to the session with her. I learnt so much. Thank you.

    ~ Jordan, London

Education & Certification

50-Hrs 4BEAT Yoga, (Rocket based Vinyasa) 2025, with Marcus Veda, London at Mission E1

200-Hrs Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training, 2018, Goa, India

33-Hrs Level 1 Restorative Yoga Teacher Training, 2019, with Anna Ashby, London at Triyoga

100-Hr Vipassana Meditation Course, 2015, Lumbini, Nepal

20-Hrs Swedish Acrobatic Convention, November 2018, Stockholm, Sweden 

18-Hrs Acroyoga Workshop with Acroyoga Sanctuary, October 2018, London

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