I was born in Athens to Bulgarian parents, and for the past nine years I’ve lived in the UK, the last four of them in London.

 

As a child, I experienced difficult family circumstances and faced the profound loss of my sister, which left a lasting impact on me and contributed to years of anxiety. Growing up with these challenges made me very aware of emotions that often felt too heavy to carry or express. Early on, I discovered that art offered me a sanctuary—a way to translate my feelings into something tangible and beautiful. Drawing and sketching became more than a hobby; they were a means of understanding myself, processing grief, and finding moments of calm amidst the turbulence of life. Through art, I began to see that even in the most difficult times, creativity could provide clarity and comfort. You can check out my art work here. 

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Much of that inspiration came from my mum, a ballet dancer, artist, curator and so much more. From when I was very little, she planted the seed of creativity in me. She  taught me how to hold a pencil and draw, and took me to my first ballet classes which I continued for a few years. Through her, I learned early on how movement, creativity, and self-expression can open doors to understanding and healing. Mum, if you are reading this... thank you.

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As a teenager, I was deeply curious about life—why we are here, and what it all means. This curiosity led me to explore meditation, visualisations, and breathing techniques. They gave me early glimpses of stillness and connection, but it was later, through yoga, that I discovered a practice that truly wove everything together: body, breath, and mind.

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For the past three years I have been practising yoga intensely, exploring styles such as Ashtanga, Rocket, Vinyasa Flow, and Vinyasa Krama. Each has taught me something different—discipline, playfulness, strength, and the meditative flow of sequencing.

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I am currently undertaking my 300-hour teacher training with Stewart Gilchrist, a teacher renowned for his grounding in Vinyasa Krama and dynamic approach to practice, and I will graduate in April 2026. This training is helping me deepen both my discipline and understanding of yoga as a whole.

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I have learned that from tough times, beautiful things often emerge. Teaching is my way of sharing the practices that have supported me through difficult times and continue to shape who I am.

 

I strive to learn every day and become a better human being, because I believe that true change in the world begins with focusing on ourselves—growing, improving, and nurturing our capacity to help others.

 

My intention is to create a space where students feel safe, supported, and encouraged to meet themselves with honesty and compassion. For me, yoga is not about perfecting a pose but about returning, again and again, to the breath, to presence, and to the quiet strength that lives within each of us.

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I invite you to join me in practice, to explore your own path, and to discover how yoga can transform the way you move, breathe, and live.