YOGA - ABOUT
I have been practicing yoga for about 13 years and continuosly teaching for more than 5 years. Having started with traditional ashtanga yoga, my approach has through the years become much softer, intuitive and holistic in its nature, as I have through experience learned to observe the fluctuating and cyclical nature of our human needs, and instead of following a fixed mindset or a dogma, to allow the deep wisdom of the body lead the way. Having always been a curious seeker, studying different approaches of spirituality & mysticism alongside with somatic practices, my understanding of the human body/mind/spirit has significally widened, which has directly effected how I practice and teach yoga. Next to the yoga teacher trainings and seminars that I have completed, my professional experience as a contemporary dancer and a master's degree I hold in art pedagogy, form a strong field of expertise in the area of holistic bodywork and teaching.
Many challenges and initiations on my personal path have taught me to do my best to practice deep compassion both for myself and my students. This comes through in my approach to teaching yoga, which is deeply human and doesn't only wear rose coloured glasses or promote a "perfect spiritual ideal", but invites all of life into the practice; both in its transcendental beauty and ecstasy, and in its earthy realness - with a sense of humour and playfulness in the mix. The intention is to cultivate unconditional presence for ourselves and for life. I don't stand for strict rules, dogma or perfectionism in my practice, teaching, or life in general, but strive for authenticity and listening.
As a teacher I am holding space for you to connect deeply with yourself and to work with your body in a sustainable way. The focus in my yoga classes is the awareness of breath and body as anchors to the present moment, safe anatomic alignment and a holistic, peaceful approach that leads into a heightened sense of awareness and a more regulated, calm nervous system. Rather than reaching for extremities, we work on qualities of presence and embodiment. I hold space for my students to connect deeply with themselves and to practice in a sustainable way, leaving the sessions relaxed and refreshed. My approach also draws inspiration from: the nature, energy healing work, astrology, music & soundscapes, somatic practices and the multi-layered understanding of the human body that I have gained through my profession as a dancer. I also often incorporate high quality therapeutic essential oils into my in-person sessions.
I have been continuosly teaching yoga since 2014 (privately, in workplaces and in several renowned studios in Berlin: Yogibar, Yoga am Park, Lotos Yoga, Enso Yoga) and have completed the following trainings:
Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Instructor 200h (Yoga Europe, Berlin)
Restorative Yoga Teacher Training (Parvati Yoga, BDY, Leipzig)
Pre-Natal Yoga Teacher Training (Yogibar, Berlin)
Usui Reiki Energy Healing Levels 1 & 2 (Spiri-T, Tilburg, NL)
"Your human-understanding, open and honest approach as a yoga teacher who is real to herself, helps and encourages us participants to be more real to ourselves, practise self-acceptance, mercy and so many things under the word goodness." Noora Hakkarainen
"Annukka is a very personable, motivating and professional teacher who creates a lovely and accepting atmosphere. I can warmly recommend her courses to anyone." Minna Holi
Many challenges and initiations on my personal path have taught me to do my best to practice deep compassion both for myself and my students. This comes through in my approach to teaching yoga, which is deeply human and doesn't only wear rose coloured glasses or promote a "perfect spiritual ideal", but invites all of life into the practice; both in its transcendental beauty and ecstasy, and in its earthy realness - with a sense of humour and playfulness in the mix. The intention is to cultivate unconditional presence for ourselves and for life. I don't stand for strict rules, dogma or perfectionism in my practice, teaching, or life in general, but strive for authenticity and listening.
As a teacher I am holding space for you to connect deeply with yourself and to work with your body in a sustainable way. The focus in my yoga classes is the awareness of breath and body as anchors to the present moment, safe anatomic alignment and a holistic, peaceful approach that leads into a heightened sense of awareness and a more regulated, calm nervous system. Rather than reaching for extremities, we work on qualities of presence and embodiment. I hold space for my students to connect deeply with themselves and to practice in a sustainable way, leaving the sessions relaxed and refreshed. My approach also draws inspiration from: the nature, energy healing work, astrology, music & soundscapes, somatic practices and the multi-layered understanding of the human body that I have gained through my profession as a dancer. I also often incorporate high quality therapeutic essential oils into my in-person sessions.
I have been continuosly teaching yoga since 2014 (privately, in workplaces and in several renowned studios in Berlin: Yogibar, Yoga am Park, Lotos Yoga, Enso Yoga) and have completed the following trainings:
Yoga Alliance Certified Yoga Instructor 200h (Yoga Europe, Berlin)
Restorative Yoga Teacher Training (Parvati Yoga, BDY, Leipzig)
Pre-Natal Yoga Teacher Training (Yogibar, Berlin)
Usui Reiki Energy Healing Levels 1 & 2 (Spiri-T, Tilburg, NL)
"Your human-understanding, open and honest approach as a yoga teacher who is real to herself, helps and encourages us participants to be more real to ourselves, practise self-acceptance, mercy and so many things under the word goodness." Noora Hakkarainen
"Annukka is a very personable, motivating and professional teacher who creates a lovely and accepting atmosphere. I can warmly recommend her courses to anyone." Minna Holi