Meet the yoga teachers of the Manduka community. Through their personal practices, inspiring stories, and unique journeys, they’re helping shape mindful movement around the world.

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Teacher Spotlight: Lori Ann Ferreri

multi country

Teacher Spotlight: Lori Ann Ferreri

From her early beginnings as a Broadway performer to building a new life and community in Paris, Lori Ann has always...
Teacher Spotlight: Nikhil Dhawan on Yoga, Men’s Wellness, and Showing Up for What Matters
united states

Teacher Spotlight: Nikhil Dhawan on Yoga, Men’s Wellness, and Showing Up for What Matters

united states

Teacher Spotlight: Nikhil Dhawan on Yoga, Men’s Wellness, and Showing Up for What Matters

Nikhil Dhawan’s path to yoga wasn’t linear. After navigating stress, burnout, and a career spanning convenience stores to fashion startups,...
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spain

Teacher Spotlight: Borja Carbo

spain

Teacher Spotlight: Borja Carbo

After exploring various styles, Borja Carbo found his true path in the Mysore tradition of Ashtanga Yoga — a practice...
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czech republic

Teacher Spotlight: Kimia Hajian

czech republic

Teacher Spotlight: Kimia Hajian

Follow Kimia’s journey from her first yoga class at 16 to becoming a Vinyasa teacher, community builder, and founder of...
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yoga teacher appreciation month

Yoga Teacher Appreciation Giveaway with Vikasa

yoga teacher appreciation month

Yoga Teacher Appreciation Giveaway with Vikasa

Join Manduka and Vikasa this September for a global Yoga Teacher Appreciation Giveaway. Nominate yourself or an inspiring teacher for...
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thailand

Teacher Spotlight: Meet the Lead Teachers at Vikasa

thailand

Teacher Spotlight: Meet the Lead Teachers at Vikasa

What really happens during a Yoga Teacher Training? The Vikasa team shares their personal journeys, the transformations they witness in...
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the netherlands

Teacher Spotlight: Aimée Tañón

the netherlands

Teacher Spotlight: Aimée Tañón

Aimee a yoga teacher in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, discovered Jivamukti in 1989 in New York City and never looked back....
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germany

Teacher Spotlight: Jan Erazo Zindler

germany

Teacher Spotlight: Jan Erazo Zindler

Meet Jan Erazo, whose yoga journey began in the Andes Mountains of Ecuador and unfolded into a practice that balances...

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