Before I came into contact with yoga, I had neglected my body for decades. My studies and professional life I spent most of the time sitting, with little exercise. When I was young, this was not a big deal, but the older I got, the more I felt the physical consequences of my carelessness.

In January 2017, an Indian Yoga Association (IYA) accredited yoga training at the renowned yoga college “Kaivalyadhama” in India changed my life. At that time I suffered from muscle weakness and had constant pain in my right arm, neck and back. Thanks to Yoga this changed within a few months.

The Kaivalyadhama College was founded in 1920 and was the first in the world to make scientifical research of the physical and psychological effects of yoga asanas (postures) and pranayama (breathing exercises). Based on these studies, I was taught in traditional yoga.

Due to my relatively late contact with yoga, I can very well understand what it is like when the body aches, is stiff and clumsy and the muscles are weak. The beginning was difficult for me and I was tempted to stop the training. Thanks to the motivation of my teachers and fellow students, I did not give up and successfully passed my yoga teacher exam.

My perseverance and discipline have paid off! Today my body is flexible, well-formed and pain-free. My mind is calmer and more focused. I have more energy and am more balanced and happier.

The intensive encounters with teachers from the fields of yoga, meditation and sound healing have shaped my yoga style. I combine yoga and sound with the help of singing bowls to an unique symbiosis.

It is my heartfelt desire to pass on my knowledge and help interested people – especially woman above the age of 50 – to achieve more health and joy of living. This is also expressed in the name of my website “Kalyana”. Kalyana comes from the ancient Indian language Sanskrit and means: “Blessing, Happiness & Well-Being”.

That is what I wish you with all my heart.

I am looking forward to our journey together!