Swathi Krishnan

Swathi is a dedicated Ashtanga yoga teacher based in Sydney, deeply passionate about guiding students through their yoga journey with lightness, enthusiasm, and support. Her own practice was nurtured and inspired by her teacher, Angelika, who encouraged her to step into the role of a teacher. This mentorship has shaped her teaching philosophy of blending discipline with playfulness.

In her classes, Swathi strives to create a welcoming and empowering space where students feel free to experiment, push their boundaries, and overcome fear. She believes that through exploration and practice, everyone can discover their potential, both on and off the mat. Whether you’re new to Ashtanga or deepening your practice, Swathi is here to guide you with patience and joy, helping you learn new things and grow with confidence.

In her spare time, you can find Swathi at a dog beach or dog park with her two fur babies – 4 and 6mths (an anxious cavoodle and everyone’s friend golden retriever) who are playing fetch or digging a hole!

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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Charlotte Winston

Charlotte Winston

Charlotte’s Ashtanga classes are informative, inclusive and fun. Her teaching style encourages resourcefulness, independence, kindness and depth.

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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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Robyn Short

Robyn Short

A love of movement and background in dance led Robyn to discover yoga at 17, and it has been a deep, abiding constant in her life ever since. She has studied a wide variety of styles including...

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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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