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Yoga teachers in Athens Greece and Alimos Greece
We are passionate Yoga teachers in Athens and Alimos, Greece, dedicated to guiding our students on a transformative journey through the practice of Yoga. Our paths converged in the late '90s, and since then, we have been partners in both Yoga and life. Our early encounters with Yoga ignited a quest for deeper meaning, leading us to discover a unique form of communication through this ancient practice.
As we delved into our personal journeys, we found that the essence of Yoga is self-discovery, a subject that resonates deeply with us. Encouraged by our teachers, we embraced the calling to share the practice with others, embodying the wisdom of Ramana Maharshi, who reminds us that there are no others—only reflections of ourselves.
We offer regular group and private Yoga classes across various locations in Athens, Alimos, Palaio Faliro, Glyfada, and Elliniko, as well as online classes to ensure accessibility for all.
Muktitara Alexandra Sotiropoulou
Born and raised in Athens, Greece, Alexandra began practising Yoga in 1996 under the guidance of Derek Ireland and Kristina Karytinou in the Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga system at the Practice Place in Southern Crete. This marked the start of a lifelong journey that brought her immediate relief from physical and psychological pain. She completed two teacher training courses in Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, with Kristina Karytinou in 2003 and David Swenson in Scotland in 2005.
In 2002, Alexandra enrolled in Yogic Studies 1 of the Satyananda Yoga system. She continued the practice of this powerful teaching by attending the Instructor's Training Course at Satyanandashram Hellas in 2007.
Alexandra became very intrigued when she read Vanda Scaravelli's book "Awakening the Spine." Inspired by the author's poetic and articulate explanation of the method, and as she sought out a close student of Scaravelli, she came across Diane Long, a close student of Scaravelli for 23 years, and studied Scaravelli-inspired Yoga with her from 2008 to 2019.
In addition to her role as a dedicated Yoga Instructor at Zen Center Athens, Alexandra serves as the Coordinator and Teacher for the Kaisanji Yoga and Zen Retreats in the beautiful setting of Serifos, Greece. She is dedicated to orchestrating immersive experiences that combine the wisdom of Yoga and Zen practices.
With almost three decades of personal practice and teaching experience since 2003, Alexandra is a 500-hour certified Yoga Instructor by Yoga Alliance International. She is fluent in English and specializes in Asana and Meditation, guiding others on their spiritual journeys with a deep sense of purpose and great passion.
Antaratma Theodore Chiotis
Antaratma Theodore Chiotis was born and raised in Athens, Greece. He began his practice and study of Yoga in 1995, immersing himself in the Satyananda Yoga system under the guidance of Swami Shivamurti Saraswati. His introduction to Yoga occurred during a Satsang, where he was profoundly moved by the singing of Kirtan. This experience ignited his passion for Yoga, as he witnessed the powerful energy that is created when people come together to sing and dance, using mantras, music and rhythm.
Kirtan, a form of Nada Yoga (Yoga of sound) and Bhakti Yoga (Yoga of the heart), became a central aspect of Antaratma's practice. In 1998, he began composing and singing Kirtan, recognising it as a powerful means to express and connect with the Self. The practice allows participants to transcend the mundane, fostering a deep sense of community and spiritual upliftment. Antaratma believes that Kirtan not only enhances individual practice but also creates a shared experience that resonates with the heart.
In 1999, he enrolled in Yogic Studies 1, motivated by the encouragement of his teachers rather than a personal ambition to teach. He completed the Instructor's Training Course in Satyananda Yoga in 2000 and has since led numerous yoga classes, workshops, and retreats for students and instructors.
As an artist and musician, Antaratma's relationship with sound began at an early age when he started studying classical guitar. Music plays a significant role in his life, and he finds that Yoga allows him to explore sound on a deeper level. The magic of sound continues to inspire his teaching and connects him to the essence of Yoga, driving him to share the transformative power of Kirtan with others.
Through his teachings and the practice of Kirtan, Antaratma invites students to experience the joy and liberation that comes from practising and singing together, fostering a sense of unity and connection that transcends individual differences.
