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About me

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Hi, I’m Olga, a certified yoga teacher based in Amsterdam. My expertise spans Hatha, Vinyasa Flow, Yin and Ashtanga Yoga—but at the heart of it all, I’m passionate about helping busy, overwhelmed people like you rediscover energy, inspiration, and happiness. Through simple, time-saving yoga solutions like my classes, affordable yoga getaways, and active yet relaxing events, I aim to make self-care something you actually look forward to.


Feeling like you’ve been putting “you” on hold?
Is carving out time for your well-being still sitting on your bucket list? Are you restless, burned out, or longing for a way to reconnect with yourself?

I’ve been there. I see you. I feel you. And I know what worked for me.

My story begins in 2010.
Yoga found me during one of the most overwhelming chapters of my life. Between a demanding career as a lawyer, the chaos of family life, and losing touch with my own passions, I was running on empty. My world had shrunk to work, home, kids, repeat. The things I loved—festivals, travel, hiking, reading, connecting with friends—were pushed aside. Even running, my go-to stress reliever, wasn’t enough to quiet my mind or help me sleep.

One day, I signed up for a yoga class. I didn’t know it then, but that decision would change everything.

From my very first practice, I felt something shift. I was hooked—on the feeling of being fully present, on connecting with myself in ways I hadn’t thought possible. Yoga became my sanctuary. Over time, it taught me how to listen to my body, clear my mind, and find balance amidst the chaos.
That’s how my yoga journey began, and it’s been evolving ever since.
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Today, yoga is so much more than a practice for me—it’s a way of life. It’s about showing up for myself on and off the mat, embracing creativity, finding stillness while being active, and staying connected to my energy. From dancing all night at a festival (yes, with my teens and husband in tow!) to trekking solo in the mountains, yoga has given me the tools to live fully and authentically.

What yoga offers is universal.  Each style serves a purpose:
  • Hatha Yoga brings balance.
  • Vinyasa Flow inspires creativity.
  • Ashtanga builds power and discipline.
  • Yin Yoga invites stillness.
  • Restorative Yoga offers peace.
  • Kids Yoga creates a little magic.

Every tradition, every class, every moment on the mat inspires me to create a teaching style that’s as dynamic and multifaceted as life itself.
And now, I’d love to share that with you.
Whether it’s in a class, a retreat, or one of my yoga adventures, my goal is to help you find your own version of bliss. Yoga is for everyone—no matter your schedule, your experience, or your story. Together, we can explore what yoga can do for you.

Let’s bring back the balance, energy, and joy you deserve.

Looking forward to meeting you soon!

Love,
​(y)Olga

You can find me teaching yoga in person in Amsterdam (NL) or online, or running yoga holidays around the world.
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Professional courses & certifications in yoga
​30 hours Advanced study, Yin Flow & Somatic Movement with Simon Rowe // ongoing
20 hours Mindfulness certification with Rajaa Azouqa, Yoga Renew // ongoing
20 hours Yin Yoga certification with Kate Lombardo, Yoga Renew // ongoing
50 hours Advanced study, Yin Yoga Teacher training with Jonas Nathan // completed in 2024
10 hours Advanced study, Tibetan energy practice and philosophy with Moena de Jong // completed in 2022
30 hours Advanced study, Yoga Nidra and Healing the Inner Elements with Moena de Jong // completed in 2022
20 hours Advanced study, Restorative yoga with Inge Peters // completed in 2022
10 hours Advanced study, Pranayama and Kriyas with Moena de Jong // completed in 2021
10 hours Advanced study, Yoga Sutras with Praveen Gupta // completed in 2021
10 hours Advanced study, Peak Pose sequencing with Daphne Koken // completed in 2020
10 hours Advanced study, Yoga Philosophy with Daphne Koken // completed in 2020
​12 hours Advanced study, Yoga Anatomy with Leslie Kaminoff // completed in 2019
100 hours Advanced study, Hands on assist in flow by Leah Kline, DNYS // completed in 2019
50 hours Advanced study, Creative and Intelligent sequencing by Daphne Koken // completed in 2018
20 hours Teacher Training, Liquid flow yoga by Simon Park // completed in 2017
​18 hours Teacher Training, Movement meditation by Shiva Rea // completed in 2017
260 hours Yoga Teacher Training, Ashtanga vinyasa yoga and Power yoga, CYT // completed in 2015
30 hours Teacher Training, Vinyasa flow yoga, Vini yoga // completed in 2014
200 hours Yoga Teacher Training, Hatha yoga, CYT // completed in 2014
60 hours Training Research on Yoga in Education (RYE) // ongoing
RainbowKidsYoga Yoga for kids Teacher training course // completed 2013
30 hours Yoga for kids Teacher training course // completed 2012
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​Affiliations
Yoga Alliance // Member 2014-Present  
Bulgarian Ashtanga Yoga Academy // Member 2015-Present 
Who are "my" students?
I know, it sounds weird... "My" students? No, these are the people I really love and enjoy working, sharing yoga and practising with.

Who they think they are? Well, I asked them and here are the answers.
They think they are active, funny, creative, loving, caring, playful, artistic, curious, adventurous, sensitive, optimistic explorers, nature- and outdoor life lovers, dedicated parents and simply homo sapiens. 
They love walking, having fun, painting, cooking, gardening, biking (of course, we are in Netherlands), playing sports, swimming, dancing, running, hiking, making pictures, art, reading, sleeping (we all do love sleeping!), being by the sea, spending time with their families, being connected, being offline, being seen and felt...
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What I see when we practise together?
I see beautiful passionate conscious souls, who love challenges and never give up. I see lovable people, who's hearts are so big and open, so they could hug the whole world. 
And it makes me wake up every morning with a smile and energy, it makes my heart singing.

Thank you for being part of my life and yoga journey. Thank you for having me in your lives.

Namaste.

What students say about my classes?
I asked them. Below is their feedback.
To All the teachers Who Rock My Yoga World (And My Mat!) 🙏✨
Here's a heartfelt tribute to the incredible teachers who shaped my yoga journey, sprinkled with laughter, sweat, and life-changing lessons:
  • Ana Pavlova (Swami Shrutighyana Saraswati) – My first yoga teacher, who hooked me from the very first minute in that humble gym hall. She's still inspiring hundreds of students every week through the Satyananda yoga tradition.
  • Aleksandra Vukasinovich (Sannyasi Shaligram) – The teacher who challenged me most, teaching me to stay cool as ice, step back, and observe instead of react. She trusted me to teach my very first yoga class even before I had any formal training.
  • Nelly Levi (Sannyasi Maitreyi) – The one who showed me how to live yoga beyond just learning poses, beautifully channeling my hyper-energetic personality into grounded practice. Oh, and she's one of my best friends beyond the yoga mat!
  • Irina Bachvarova – She revealed the beauty of Ashtanga yoga and taught me the fascinating logic of human anatomy in teaching.
  • Sharmila Desai – A mother, gardener, and writer with deep Ashtanga roots, Sharmila showed me what it truly means to live yoga—free from expectations, attachments, and judgment. After two magical weeks at her Morjim Shala, I wasn't the same person.
  • Moena de Jong & Daphne Koken – Two beautiful souls and amazing yoga teachers who reconnected me with myself and nature and restored my practice when I felt utterly lost after moving to the Netherlands.
  • Jonas Nathan – The only yin teacher who managed to quiet my restless mind for 90 whole minutes without me wanting to dramatically slam the door and leave. He inspired me to teach Yin Yoga myself!
  • Vio Dimitrova, Karo Tak, Karly Orazi, Gregory Lennon, Shiva Rea, Devi Flow, Adam Hustler, Elitza Datcheva, Janet Stone, and so many more – Teachers I never miss when given the chance.
To all of you: thank you for the lessons, laughter, friendships beyond the mat, and unforgettable moments, filled with yoga, sweat, tears, and joy! 🙏
BE ACTIVE, Stay ACTIVE - Some others dreams and goals...
As a multi-passionate person, I have always worked on more projects related to yoga and active life than just teaching yoga (like running a tiny yoga shala in the mountain where there will be affordable yoga and hiking retreats; like starting a monthly yoga membership, designed for busy people; like hiking and filming the Balkan Mountain trek - from peak Kom to cape Emine; like doing karma yoga and voluntary work in Bihar School of Yoga ashram in Munger, India, etc.).

I wish I could dedicate more time to these projects but life challenges and the reality we all live in brought me back to "having a real job" :) and working behind-the-desk for living.

I do believe that there will be time and space in the Universe where I will be able to focus only on yoga and realize all my projects. 

This is the reason for keeping a donation page active - if you feel like supporting me - you are very welcome to donate or contact me - maybe we share dreams and could cooperate in making them come true?
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