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: Emily Baltzer on The Practice of Manifestation

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Teacher Spotlight: Emily Baltzer on The Practice of Manifestation

In this Teacher Spotlight, yoga teacher and movement educator Emily Baltzer shares how manifestation became a core part of her...
Teacher Spotlight: Nicolette Papile on Strength, Intention, and Showing Up
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Teacher Spotlight: Nicolette Papile on Strength, Intention, and Showing Up

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Teacher Spotlight: Nicolette Papile on Strength, Intention, and Showing Up

After 20 years in dance, Nicolette Papile discovered yoga at a time when she needed reconnection and healing. Now a...
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Teacher Spotlight: Kathrine MacLeod

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Teacher Spotlight: Kathrine MacLeod

Yoga found Kathrine in Kenya, where a search for community became the beginning of a lifelong practice rooted in strength,...
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Teacher Spotlight: Lori Ann Ferreri

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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
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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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Teacher Spotlight: Borja Carbo

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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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