About Us

Marta is a co-founder of Nilayam and dedicated yoga practitioner and teacher of Astanga Yoga. With over 20 years of experience on the mat, Marta's dedication to her daily self-practice of asana and pranayama is truly inspiring.

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Passionate about the holistic approach to wellness, Marta emphasises the importance of breathing practices, Ayurveda, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle alongside physical aspects of yoga. She firmly believes that these elements should always go hand in hand, creating a harmonious balance for overall well-being. 

In her spare time, Marta delves into the study of Vedic mantras, seeking a deeper understanding of  mind-body-soul connection. She understands that by exploring a wide range of practices that bridge the physical and metaphysical realms, we unlock the gateway to a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

John is a co-founder of Nilayam and a passionate advocate of yoga. From his early days as a primary school apprentice, John has immersed himself in the world of yoga, constantly expanding his knowledge and expertise. Today, he stands as a seasoned instructor, sharing his deep-rooted passion and wisdom with students on a daily basis for over a decade.

He truly believes in the transformative power of Ashtanga Yoga, a practice that has become the cornerstone of his teachings. Yearly trips to Mysore allowed him to deepen his understanding and receive the blessing to teach from his teacher, Sharath Jois, reaching an Authorization Level 2.

John also embraces therapeutic yoga, spreading positivity and healing through his teachings. Join him on a transformative journey of self-discovery and holistic well-being.

Derrick works in the creative spaces of Yoga, Breath-work, Meditation and Well-Being. 

Inspired through interaction to learn, experience and share, he serves to integrate kindness and presence in somatic practices that awaken the body, relate with felt senses, and clarify the mind.

He passionately facilitates somatic coaching practices of Yin Yoga, Hatha Vinyasa Yoga, Myofascial Release, Tension Stress Release, Self-massage, Breathwork, Mindfulness and Meditation.

In addition to holding space for Wellness and Yoga, Derrick is also a Registered Architect and Professional Certified Coach.

Mani started his yoga career at a very tender age, more than 25 years ago. Since the young age, he has participated in several yoga competitions, until he discovered that yoga is about self-discovery rather than competition. This realisation led him to deepen his knowledge at the prestigious Kaivalyadham institute in Lonavala, India, where he immersed himself in philosophy, anatomy, pranayama, kriyas, and meditation.

He firmly believes that yoga is for everyone, regardless of their age, ability, body types or background and he tries to make his classes inclusive and accessible to all. His goal as a teacher is to help students cultivate a deeper connection with their bodies, minds, and spirits, and to support them in their journey towards greater health and well-being.

Ginger is a dedicated Ashtanga Yoga practitioner and a mom of two beautiful girls. Having experienced many positive and healing benefits through the practice of Ashtanga, she loves to pass it on wherever she goes, and whoever she meets on and off the mat. As a part of her continuous education, she's expanding her role as an assisting teacher at Nilayam.

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Geck Lang is a dedicated practitioner at Nilayam. Through her passionate journey of practice and yoga studies with John Tattva since 2016, she's been exploring her growing interest to teach and share the path of Ashtanga Yoga.