Kai Rainer

Kai began practicing in 2015, encouraged by the intelligent and inclusive approach of his teacher, Rebecca de Villa. He started assisting in her Mysore program in 2019. That same year, he had the privilege to meet Richard Freeman and Mary Taylor, and has studied with them annually since then, participating in various programs such as their Teachers Intensive in Boulder, silent retreats in Samui, and a nine-month course online with Robert Thurman and Michele Loew.

He has also studied with senior Iyengar teachers who specialise in yoga therapy, and was authorised by Elise Browning Miller as a Yoga for Scoliosis teacher.

After taking more courses in anatomy and kinesiology from various teachers and schools, such as the Laban/Bartenieff Institute of Movement Studies, he eventually decided to pursue a bachelor degree in physiotherapy.

In Sydney, he continues to practice with Eileen Hall, Angelika Knoerzer, and Angelina Whitaker.

In his free time, Kai enjoys going to the beach, watching films, and visiting museums.

NSY Yoga Teachers

Angelika Knoerzer

Angelika Knoerzer

Director
Angelika’s passion in teaching lies in her desire to encourage students to gently explore and deepen their practice at their own pace.

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Chai – Caitanya Malaga

Chai – Caitanya Malaga

Yin Yoga teacher Chai offers a well balanced class combining both dynamic and calming practices – yoga postures, breath expansions and simple steps to meditation. He looks forward to meeting you and sharing an authentic approach of health and wellness.

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Angelina Whitaker

Angelina Whitaker

Angelina started practicing Hatha Yoga in the 90’s and when she discovered Ashtanga Yoga, she knew it was the practice for her . She was living in Japan at the time and started actively seeking out...

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Iris Yuen Chan

Iris Yuen Chan

Iris grew up as an active child in China, playing various sports. She later studied architecture in Hong Kong and became a table tennis varsity team member. After having children, she became...

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Katerina Ilikova

Katerina Ilikova

There aren't many sports Katerina hasn't tried as a child/teenager. While always swimming, playing basketball or volleyball, she also had a strong interest in teaching and helping others, from a...

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Adele Yin

Adele Yin

My Ashtanga Yoga journey began with Angelika at North Sydney Yoga in December 2020. One of my earliest and most memorable experiences was receiving an adjustment while Angelika stayed with me for...

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