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IRANTZU REKALDE

Embarked on her yoga journey in 2013 with her first Ashtanga class at Ashtanga Yoga Madrid. Originally drawn to yoga as a complement to her dance career, she discovered a passion that reshaped her path. Assisting yoga classes became a new outlet for her, allowing her to channel her focus into this transformative practice.

Under the guidance of mentor Alexia Pita, Irantzu's journey with yoga deepened. She has also studied with notable teachers like Laura Griskeviciute, Mati Guerra, Peter Sanson, Hamish Hendry, Lucas Carvalho, and Olivier David, whom she assisted and taught for in his absence at his Shala, Ashtanga Yoga Sunshine Coast.

Irantzu's commitment led her to the source of Ashtanga Yoga in Mysore, India, where she has practiced under Sharath Jois since 2019, immersing herself in tradition with a diverse community from around the world. On her last trip to Mysore, she received Sharath Jois’ blessing to teach the traditional Ashtanga method, Level 2.

“Blending my dance background with yoga, I like to create a unique and dynamic approach to each of the student. My journey with this  Ashtanga Yoga has been one of profound personal growth. Today, I share this transformative practice, embodying the union of mind, body, and spirit.”

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INGRID KEPPLER

Ingrid began her yoga journey in 2010 while living in New Zealand, where she discovered the transformational power of yoga in her life and self-growth. Upon moving from New Zealand to Australia, she started practicing vinyasa yoga and soon felt inspired to deepen her understanding. In 2012, she completed her teacher training in Bali.

Soon after, Ingrid found herself drawn back to the Ashtanga practice, where her passion and commitment have only grown each time she steps onto her mat. Upon moving to the Sunshine Coast, she began practicing Ashtanga under Olivier David and continued with Irantzu Rekalde, who offered her the chance to assist and deepen her passion for yoga and sharing it with others.

Today, Ashtanga yoga has transformed Ingrid’s life on multiple levels—physically, mentally, and energetically—giving her the balance and grounding essential for her work as a massage therapist and Reiki practitioner. She believes that self-practice is the foundation of being able to help others fully.