Yoga festival Ticino
The teachers
Heidi Aemisegger
will teach
Heart opening practice
Inversions flow
Yoga philosophy
Heidi is an inspiring yoga teacher and spiritual guide, blending over 25 years of experience as a dancer, choreographer, and director with her deep devotion to yoga. Founder of of Ashtanga Yoga Bern and with certifications like E-RYT-500 and expertise in Ashtanga, Jivamukti, Vinyasa, and Restorative Yoga, Heidi shares a wealth of knowledge in pranayama, anatomy, yoga philosophy, and Sanskrit. She has studied with esteemed teachers, including Shri O.P. Tiwari, Paul Dallaghan, Eddie Stern, Shri K. Patthabhi Jois and Manorame to name a few. Heidi’s teachings are rooted in her belief in the transformative power of yoga, offering her students not only physical practice but also spiritual growth. Heidi loves inspiring individuals on their journey of self-discovery, guiding them to embrace a meaningful life deeply connected with their true essence.
Heidi will teach in english.
Michela Montalbetti
will teach
Prānāyāma and Mantra - Connect to the vibrations
Yoga Flow - Land in the Here and Now
Yin Yoga - The Importance of Balance
Michela has been teaching Yoga Asana, Yin, Meditation and Pranayama for over 15 years. Driven by a deep belief in the transformative powers of yoga, her passion has led her to dedicate herself completely to this discipline, studying every facet of it. She has lived in different parts of the world and has had the opportunity to study with internationally renowned teachers, such as Meghan Currie, Ana Forrest, Max Strom and Stephen Thomas. Thus she has obtained several advanced certifications such as E-RYT-500 and accumulated over 2000 hours of training. In addition to the lessons, since 2015, when she left a secure job to dedicate herself entirely to the study and sharing of yoga, she has also led Teacher Training courses and retreats.
In 2017, back in Ticino, Michela founded Casa Corvo, a welcoming retreat house immersed in the nature of southern Ticino. Here she hosts other teachers and offers her retreats, immersions and trainings.
Her mission is to guide each student to discover the intrinsic wisdom that yoga can give, transmuting every practice into a profound, enriching and nourishing journey.
Michela will teach in Italian.
Monika Csizmadia
will teach
Sangha Yoga
Find your balance - hatha yoga inspired by the five elements
Monika is a dedicated fitness instructor and certified teacher in Pilates and Hatha, Aerial and SUP Yoga. Her journey into wellness began after a life-changing accident, which inspired her to embrace a healthier lifestyle. Since then she has taught in diverse locations, including Cyprus and the Canary Islands, where she discovered practices that nurture the body, mind, and spirit.
Monika specializes in unique and engaging activities such as Aerial Pilates, SUP Yoga, and various Yoga and Pilates techniques aimed at strengthening the back, shoulders, and core. Her past experience as a feng shui instructor allows her to enrich her teachings integrating the 5 elements approach into her flows. Monika's classes stand out for their welcoming atmosphere, accessibility to anyone independently on level of experience or physical conditions, and a unique blend of humor and eastern wisdom.
Monika will teach in English.
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Daniele Mahendra
will be offering
Gong Bath
Sound Healing Workshop
Mahendra is a holistic operator with extensive experience in the field of meditation, body awareness and sound vibrations. His spiritual journey began in 1991, when he encountered the world of Osho, leading him to explore Eastern cultures and immerse himself in a deep spiritual dimension. Over the years, he has obtained numerous certifications, including Gong Master, Shiatsu, Reflexology and Reiki, collaborating with internationally renowned masters.
Mahendra is known for his ability to integrate unconventional sound instruments, such as the Didjeridoo, Shells and Gongs, in his workshops and individual sessions. Through sound and its harmonic vibrations, he guides participants towards deep relaxation and self-healing processes. His mission is to bring awareness and well-being through sound massage, creating unique and transformative experiences.
Mahendra will teach in Italian.
Barbara Krebs Baldassarri
will teach
From the science of breathing to the power of prāṇāyāma
Barbara is a trained nurse, active for over 30 years as a complementary therapist and yoga teacher, trained in France and India at renowned centers such as the Sivananda Vedanta Centre in France and the Vivekananda Kendra Institute in India. Her practice is enriched by a deep knowledge of holistic therapeutic approaches, including Egyptian Essene Therapies, Reflexology, Ayurveda, Reiki. The physical and psychological discomforts highlighted in people in therapy after the recent pandemic, pushed her to spread a better knowledge and awareness of breathing, taking into account both the physiological and energetic aspects. .
Barbara will teach in Italian.
Komal Kaur
will be offering
Crystal Bowl Sound Healing
Chakra Toning Workshop: The Science and Spirituality of Vocal Activation
Komal's journey into sound healing began with a crystal bowl session in Bali, but it was through life's challenges that she truly embraced its transformative power, which supported her to recover from heartbreak, auto-immunity, burnout and anxiety. She is now the founder of Sound Zenergy and a dedicated Vocal Sound Healer, Sound Healing Trainer and Business Mentor, guiding people on a journey of healing, transformation and expansion. With a background in North Indian classical kirtan and a past as a scientist, she merges science with spirituality to harness the power of sound for activating your personal and professional life. She has led sound baths, retreats, and trainings globally, empowering others to heal and eventually step into their own paths as energy workers.
Komal will teach in English.
Il Leone e il Colibrì
will be offering
Quantum Music Concert
The Leone e il Colibrì bring with Love the “Quantum Music”, fruit of the experiences of travel and collaborations with musicians from every corner of the planet.
In their original compositions they blend their roots: the sacred/pagan devotional warmth of Southern Italy and Celtic Druidic mysticism.
They bring mantras from oriental traditions and songs from native Amerindian peoples arranged with musical influences ranging from reggae to psychedelic rock.
Their music is a vector for a journey into the soul.
A journey that heals.
Find their Album "Feel Pachamama" in all digital platforms or physically at their concerts or by contacting them personally.
The Leone e il colibrì on Spotify
Radha Prema
will be offering
Kīrtan
Radha is a devoted practitioner of Bhakti Yoga, Ayurveda, and holistic feminine healing. With a deep-rooted connection to yoga since her youth, she has spent years immersing herself in vedic wisdom, mantra chanting, and voice liberation. She lived and studied in yoga ashrams and she integrates ancient traditions and healing techniques, guiding women toward authentic self-expression. Her work focuses on empowering individuals through mantra, sound, and embodiment practices, helping them unlock their inner strength. Whether through sacred music or transformative coaching, Radha creates a space for healing and self-discovery..
Edy Bampa
will teach
Myofascial release and spinal movement
Hatha Anusara® yoga: Svātantrya – the ultimate freedom
Edy has been a passionate yoga practitioner for over 20 years. She founded the Centro Yoga Dinamico e Natural Wellness in Lugano in 2013 and serves as the Swiss representative for the European Yoga Federation. Driven by a continuous search for the Self and joy, she considers herself an eternal student, convinced that true guidance happens through subtle channels and that yoga must first be experienced and embodied.
She has trained extensively in various disciplines, including Yoga Paripurna with Swami Pandit Emy Blesio, Anusara® Yoga with Ezgi Fisher, Ashtanga Yoga with Manju Jois, David Swenson, and Mark Robberts, Restorative Yoga with Anna Ashby, Meditation with Andrea Boni, Ayurveda with Swami Amadio Bianchi, Yoga Therapy with Doug Keller and Ellen Saltonstall, and Tantric Philosophy with Carlos Pomeda and Bill Mahoni.
Edy inspires and supports students in their transformational journey through courses and retreats. The highlight of her offerings is her three-year Yoga Teacher Training program, certified by Yoga Alliance (500h: RYS-200 and RYS-300) and CUIDY (600h).
Edy will teach in italian.
Anna Elbaz
will teach
Ashtanga Yoga
Anna has been practicing yoga for over 35 years, and in 2008, she discovered Ashtanga Yoga, becoming captivated by the beauty and depth of this style. She later became a KPJAYI Level 2 authorized Ashtanga Yoga teacher and received the blessing to teach from Manju Jois, son of Pattabhi Jois, who developed Ashtanga Yoga in the 1950s.
She has had the privilege of studying with renowned senior teachers, including Sharat Jois, Manju Jois, Richard Freeman, Mary Taylor, David Swenson, and Kristina Karitinou, participating in numerous training programs. For Anna, the most important quality of an Ashtanga teacher is to remain a student. She continues to practice daily under the guidance of experienced masters and returns to Mysore every year to deepen her practice.
Anna will teach in italian.
Samia-Lorena S.Loria
will teach
Meditation for emotional release
Samia is a yoga teacher with a deeply holistic and spiritual approach. During her studies as a medical assistant, she felt there was more to existence than just the physical body—an intuition that led her to India to explore the ancient art of Yoga and Ayurveda.
Through her studies and travels around the world, she has refined her skills, demonstrating the effectiveness of her method in real life. Today, Samia shares her experience with her students, guiding them toward a deeper understanding of the body, mind, and spirit, helping them cultivate balance and heal naturally and harmoniously.
Samia will teach in Italian.
Elio Campanello
will teach
Hatha Yoga
Elio is a Hatha Yoga teacher and founder of the Sivasooryayoga school in Bellinzona. His path is rooted in the millenary tradition of Indian yoga, which he has cultivated through years of intense study and dedicated practice. After earning a Master’s degree in Ayurvedic massage in Kerala (India), he continued his training with studies in ThetaHealing, Reiki, and the Body Mirror method.
He obtained his Hatha Yoga teaching diploma at the Sivasoorya School of Yoga in India under the guidance of Master Soorya Raviji, an expert in Asana and Kriya Yoga; he also deepened his knowledge of conscious yoga and posture at the Hamsa school of Maurizio Morelli in Italy.
He further explored yogic philosophy, Sanskrit, and mantra chanting with teachers such as Yogacharini Pandit Emy Blesio and the Nada Mantra Yoga master Krishna Das, participating in intensive retreats in the Himalayas.
Also founder of the Libera Scuola Hatha Yoga Hamsa in Switzerland, Elio has been committed for years to training and spreading a form of yoga that is accessible to everyone, with particular attention to the therapeutic and transformative aspects of the practice—fostering well-being and personal growth in each practitioner.
Elio will teach in italian.
Tushi Cassol Cortesi
will teach
Ayurveda - The art of maintaining excellent health
Tushi Cassol Cortesi is an Ayurvedic therapist and nutrition consultant, as well as a flower essence and art therapist, with a unique journey that bridges East and West. Born in India and raised in Switzerland, she reconnected with her roots through numerous trips to her country of origin.
Her adherence to Ayurvedic principles, the co-creation of mandalas, her art, and her experience in energy techniques serve as a bridge between her two cultures—blending Indian spirituality with Western efficiency and pragmatism.
Through her project ‘SURYA’—a sacred Sanskrit name representing the energy of the Sun—Tushi integrates Ayurveda with other holistic disciplines, offering treatments and consultations that promote deep well-being, good health, and inner connection.
Tushi will teach in Italian.
Viviana Bonacina
will teach
Hatha Vinyasa - Opening to the joy of living
Viviana began her yoga journey at the age of 26, earning her certification at the Sivananda Center in India. She later deepened her studies by completing a three-year training in Dynamic Yoga instruction in Lugano.
Hatha Yoga, for her, is a means to find balance and inner serenity, fostering a deep connection with one’s true self.
Her practice is designed to cultivate awareness through breath, the body, and presence in the here and now.
During her sessions, you will experience a blend of pranayama, vinyasa flow, and static postures which, through a deepening of the breath, become a meditative moment of profound self-connection.
Viviana will teach in italian.
