About me

I discovered Ashtanga Yoga in 1998 while still in training as a professional ballet dancer and I have been a dedicated practitioner ever since. In the year 2012/ received level 2 authorization to teach the method from Sharath Jois – grandson of Pattabhi Jois, the founder of Ashtanga yoga.
Over the years l’ve have studied Ashtanga yoga under Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, Sharath Jois, Manju Jois, Eddie Stern, Tim Miller, Mark and Joanne Darby, Rolf Naujokat, Lino Miele, Philippa Asher, Harmony Slater, Petri Räisänen and Louise Ellis among other experienced and respected teachers.

I completed teacher training with Sharath Jois in Mysore 2014.

In 2015 | attended a 3rd Series teacher training with Tim Miller in California.

In 2017 | completed a teacher’s course with David Swenson.

Years 2015-2024 l have had the privilege of having been the main teacher of a traditional Mysore-style Ashtanga yoga program according to the tradition of Pattabhi Jois.

The years between 2017-2024 I was the owner of Ashtanga Spirit Munich shala.

Practice and all is coming

I believe a yoga shala should be an inclusive safe space for self discovery.

In my teaching I aim to give the student the full perspective to the practice of Ashtanga yoga while building stepping stones for each student to build their own individual and sustainable practice.

My goal is to work through compassion, accessibility, depth and practicality.
I believe this to be a way for students to deepen their practice and achieve greater physical and mental well-being

In my experience a teacher’s own personal practice is an essential source of inspiration and sets an example for their students of steady dedication and openness to learn. I wish to make an example of the transtormative power of Ashtanga Yoga through my own actions, and perhaps some of my passion for the practice is contagious. I wish continue to inspire and motivate students of all levels, backgrounds and ages to experience the profound impact that Ashtanga Yoga can have on one’s life.

I’m so much looking forward to our time together exploring and nourishing your practice and your spirit.
Love, Asta