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Sri Yoga Shala is a natural sanctuary designed to nourish our bodies, minds, and hearts back into alignment and wellbeing. This is a space for creation and unity.
Eva
The term Vinyasa derives from the Sanskrit roots Vi = to place and Nyasa = in a special way. In her classes Eva spontaneously arranges
the ancient yogic tools and invites you on a meditative, physical journey through the body, mind and heart. Her classes include dharana / dhyana (meditation - focused / unfocused), mudra (gestures), pranayama (breath), asana (phyiscal posture), yoga nidra / nyasa (placing of awareness on different body parts). Over the last 20 years she studied with Lara Martelli, Felix Ruckert (Contemporary Dance), Daniel Odier (Kashmir Shaivism), Louisa Sear (Yoga Arts), at the KYM (Krishnamarchaya Institute), Sri Nanda Kumar (Iyengar), Dayananda Ashram (Vedanta), David Swenson (Ashtanga), Ana Forrest, Shiva Rea, Sianna Sherman, Sally Kempton, Clive Sheridan and others. In 2015 Eva founded Sri Yoga Shala, since 2018 she offers 200hour Yoga Alliance accr. Yoga Teacher Trainings.
Serena
The Om Space / Colombo
British Wheel of Yoga, UK Qualified, Registered Senior Yoga Teacher - Yoga Alliance UK and certified International AcroYoga teacher, Serena has been practicing yoga for 20 years and teaching for 13, both in the UK and Sri Lanka.
She founded The Om Space yoga studio in Colombo, teaches multiple classes a week, has written a weekly yoga column for the national press, runs a home and is the hands-on Mama of two.
Needless to say, Life is full and it is her yoga practice that keeps her centred.
Serena believes in the transformational power of yoga as a sustainable source of happiness, allowing us to tap into our unique energy.
Experience for yourself some the vitality that fuels Serena's life and enjoy the benefits of a healthier, happier lifestyle.
Tara
Sattvic Sadhana
With respect and curiosity for the living art and ritual of yoga, I have had the privilege of studying under many amazing teachers in different styles – completing the RYT 500 at Radiantly Alive with Daniel Aaron and Edward Clarke (Tripsichore) in Ubud Bali - with a focus in advanced sequencing and Prenatal Vinyasa. Having further spent time deepening my understanding of the chakra system, Ayurveda and meditation techniques with Shiva Rea and Demetri Velisarius in Los Angeles and India; and many hours of self exploration on and off the mat at home. This practice has taken me to many trainings, workshops, retreats, classes, beaches, rooftops, parks and decks around the world.
Above all I feel a deep curiosity about our human capacity and creative potential and feel humbled to share the essence of my findings in the form of Sattvic Vinyasa here in Sri Lanka.
Wishing you loving kindness on your path,
Namaste.
Fiona
Fiona discovered the transformational effect of Kundalini Yoga in South America, having left a stressful job as a lawyer in London. She has been teaching Kundalini Yoga for 16 years is presently a full time Kundalini yoga teacher & Professional Trainer in the Aquarian Academy where she runs Kundalini Yoga Teacher Trainings in Sri Lanka where she lives.
Fiona is a passionate and dedicated teacher whose classes are a safe space to explore your inward journey, to discover your unique potential. Her mission is to inspire you to be best and clearest You, you can be. Her background in the corporate world enables her to build a bridge of understanding between yogic technology and the real world.
She writes an inspirational blog with practical ways of bringing yogic lifestyle, philosophy and emotional intelligence into everyday living.
TESTIMONIALS
“I have the privilege to teach in this beautiful shala, and I highly recommend it, lovely set up, amazing yoga and an experience just to be there, Eva is doing an amazing job to run a yoga place like this in Sri Lanka. If you are around do not hesitate to come and join a class or workshop, highly highly recommend it.”
“An amazing yoga shala. It’s stunningly beautiful, set in lush jungle. The infinity pool is perfect for a pre or post class dip. I had the pleasure of attending classes and workshops during the last full moon, fantastic! World class teachers who taught with a lot of soul. A must to return to.”
“Incredible place to practice, a slice of heaven. I was lucky enough to be there when the amazing Heidi Goldman was teaching and wow what an introduction to Iyengar .
Vinyasa with the beautiful Yamuna Devi was breathtaking. Yin with Jessimun was fabulous and Core flow with Monica was fun . Each class followed by cinnamon tea then a swim in the infinity pool. A truly magical place that I look forward to visiting next year.”
“A paradise on Earth. Wonderful experience, perfect place for a yoga retreat. Very helpful staff and a stunning view. I think it was the most amazing shala I have ever had the opportunity to practice at. Most recommended for all travelers ;-) See you there one day!”
“Highly recommended. The Shala is in a lovely setting and is beautiful with wooden floor and open sides for the breeze. The Vinyasa flow class I went to was great- and the teacher was excellent and gave you lots of confidence. I was disappointed I was only passing through so couldn’t have stayed for more classes.”
