Marita Dortins

As a gymnast from a young age, I realised early on that I’m happiest upside-down – and when I found yoga, it was love at first Downward Dog. More than 10 years after that first class I still find joy within each practice.

When teaching, I aim to instil that same sense of happiness and peace within my students. By both challenging and nurturing, I teach people to stretch and strengthen their muscles, but also to breathe, to stand tall, and to live with compassion. It’s my hope that my teaching can have an impact on people’s lives off the mat as well as on.

I have studied extensively both in Australia and India, and have been fortunate enough to spend time on the mat with Shiva Rea, Desiree Rumbaugh, Judy Krupp, Kathryn Budig, Les Leventhal and John Ogilvie, among others.