On a quiet corner in NDG, Institut Yoga Essentiel offers a quietly rigorous, study-oriented space for those looking to deepen their relationship to yoga. Guided by founder Josephine Vittoria, the studio draws from the Iyengar tradition with a strong emphasis on alignment, breath, and adaptive instruction. Weekly themes shape the class structure, weaving together asana, pranayama, and restorative practices. Offerings range from all-levels classes and Kurunta rope sessions to 200-hour teacher trainings, workshops, and retreats abroad. With hybrid formats, clear instruction, and a focus on functional movement and self-awareness, Institut Yoga Essential is a place that prioritizes learning and measures progress in understanding, not intensity.
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