Yoga, Meditation, and Pranayama Teacher

Sonia Vatandoust is a yoga, meditation, and pranayama teacher with more than 18 years of continuous teaching experience in focus-based, breath-centered, and awareness-oriented practices. Her professional path weaves together yoga, Vedic philosophy, and an understanding of human psychology—aimed at cultivating lasting balance between the body, mind, and deeper layers of being.
Sonia teaches yoga not merely as a physical discipline, but as a tool for self-inquiry, nervous system regulation, and a return to inner presence. Her classes and private sessions are thoughtfully designed according to each individual’s physical condition, psychological state, and energetic needs, and are held in a safe environment free from pressure and competition.
In her approach to teaching, awareness, honesty with the body, and respect for personal boundaries are essential. She believes yoga becomes truly effective when practitioners learn to listen to their bodies, connect consciously with the breath, and release the mind from exhausting reactive patterns. Practices are offered progressively and aligned with each student’s unique path of growth.

Styles and Areas of Expertise:
– Iyengar Yoga
– Satyananda Yoga
– Yoga Therapy
– Vinyasa Flow
– Yoga Nidra
– Meditation and concentration-based practices
– Pranayama and advanced breathing techniques

Interdisciplinary Knowledge:
– Vedic philosophy
– Jyotish (Vedic astrology)
– Energy healing and chakra therapy
– Vedic psychology
– Familiarity with Ayurveda
– Familiarity with analytical psychology in the tradition of Carl Gustav Jung

Specialized Training:
– Iyengar Yoga
– Satyananda Yoga
– Yoga Therapy
– Vinyasa Flow
– Yoga Nidra
– Meditation and concentration-based practices
– Pranayama and advanced breathing techniques
– Interdisciplinary studies
– Vedic philosophy
– Jyotish (Vedic astrology)
– Energy healing and chakra therapy
– Vedic psychology
– Introduction to Ayurveda
– Introduction to Jungian analytical psychology

Email:
soniavatandoust@gmail.com