Ease & Release

i, I’m Gosia, but most people know me as Guka. I teach yoga in Zurich and co-run a series of yoga events in partnership with the Modern Art Gallery Studio BWA in Poland—combining Vinyasa flows, live DJ sets, and remarkable art pieces. My mission is to spread yoga as a form of dialogue with your inner self. I believe that everyone can do it; everyone has what it takes. That’s what my personal journey has taught me... My yoga adventure started when all other sport classes at university were full. I ended up in my first hatha class, and was pleasantly surprised by the way my mindset was transforming throughout the flow. That’s something I still love about yoga to this day: it prepares you for life both on and off the mat. You fight your fears, you’re over the moon when you finally reach a certain asana that seemed impossible a month ago. You have many moments of weakness, but you keep on trying and moving forward. Since that first chance encounter at university, yoga has guided me through both my personal and professional life. In 2017, I completed 250 hours of Vinyasa Flow teacher training in Zurich with POP UP YOGA. This comprised modules with international teachers such as Cuchirra, Jana Schafenberg, Stefanie Zimmer, Mary Dana Abott, and Catherine Spinnler. In 2018, I attended a 30-hour intensive course with David Regelin. Just recently in 2019, I completed 200 hours of Hatha teacher training at the Jeevmoksha Gurukul ashram in Rishikesh, India—a magical experience which involved in-depth study of anatomy, philosophy, and advanced asana practice, right at the source of origin. I am interested in anatomy, myofacial release, and using essential oils for healing and enhancing the yoga practice. My classes combine breathing exercises and guided meditation for a restorative, yin-inspired experience. By holding each pose for longer, you will truly discover your body, leading to a conscious asana practice. It’s an honour to be part of the Yoga Tribe, and I look forward to meeting you on the mat! Namaste.