About Lana

Yoga has changed my life and continues to help me grow as a person and a teacher. I was born in Russia, raised in Finland. After graduating from university in Jyvaskyla Finland in 2001 life brought me to South Korea Seoul. The path of yoga for me started there. I began with Hatha and Raja Yoga which continued for a few years. After the first class I realized that this system can really help me to transform  my innerself. I always felt drawn towards spirituality and I felt strongly that by changing my inner world I can be of more benefit to others. In 2003 I completed a formal training in Raja yoga. Being firm in the knowledge that yoga was my path I wanted to explore deeper the science of yoga. My friends and fellow students encouraged me to pursue teaching. At that point I found Yoga Thailand and applied for the Centered Yoga Training program. In 2004 through this program I became grounded in the tradition of Ashtanga Yoga. Paul’s sincere teachings and thorough, extensive  knowledge inspired me to stay on that challenging path and cultivate physical, mental and spiritual health. My time at Yoga Thailand, studying with Paul and O.P. Tiwari (Tiwariji) allowed me to feel the connection with my inner self. Having these teachers to guide me along the way has given me a firm foundation in the practices of yoga (including pranayama, philosophy and meditation). I felt blessed to be able to study here at Yoga Thailand, to receive genuine teachings which are based on tradition. Paul has guided me on my path since 2004, I have returned to the center several times to study with him and Sri Om Prakash Tiwari whose knowledge has a deep impact on my path. I am truly blessed to have an opportunity to assist and be a part of  the Yoga Thailand team.

After leaving Korea last year in July 2006 I traveled to Vienna where I taught for three months. I then traveled to India as many aspiring yogis and yoginis do. From the first day practicing n the shala in Mysore I felt the juice. I know I am going to return to study with Guruji Patthabi Jois and his grandson Sharath.  I offer my dedication in practice in sincerely teaching here.