Fiery • Dynamic • Nurturing
Sophia Manassei
Sophia is a skilled movement coach and yoga teacher with a deep commitment to integrating mindfulness into her practice. Her extensive background in group fitness has fueled her passion for exploring methods that nurture both physical movement and emotional healing.
Sophia is known for her welcoming presence and the dynamic energy she brings to her Classes. She creates a space that is both physically demanding and emotionally expansive, guiding students to stretch their limits while fostering a deeper connection to their hearts. Her hope is that everyone leaves feeling energized, centered, and inspired. Rooted in the belief that true healing thrives in community, Sophia strives to cultivate spaces where individuals can reconnect with themselves and others. Her work emphasizes the transformative power of human connection in fostering growth and wellness.Originally from London, Sophia honed her expertise before relocating to Brooklyn in 2017 with her husband, three children, and their Cavapoo, Candy. Since then, she has continued to evolve both as a teacher and practitioner, helping others on their journey to inner peace, health, and balance.
Get to know Sophia
Influences
All the Teachers who guide me throughout this life. Travel. Community. Beloved family.
Training
200hr Yoga Teacher Training. 200 hr Meditation Teacher Training, 200hr Breathwork Teacher Training, sound healing.
Tell Us a Secret
English is my third language.
Share some resonant words
“As you start to walk on the way, the way appears.” — Rumi
What students are saying
“Thank you, Sophia, for this truly magical, transformative Class, for sharing your light with us. What a joy & gift these past 60 minutes were. We can’t do it alone … such an important reminder! Lots of love.”
Gabriele
The Class for Self-Trust with Sophia“Dear Sophia... this is the practice of my year. Such a divinely aligned practice, my heart and soul are cracked open. Invite softening, invite your breath, invite you to you.Truly one of the most beautiful, necessary, and giving practices I've taken so far.”
Morgan
The Class with Extra Breathing Room with Sophia“Wow this was such a therapeutic, prayerful, beautiful balm for my heart and body today! Brought out some ferocity and helped me move, accept and love my layers a little more. Thank you so much Sophia!”
Kaili
The Class for Aliveness with Sophia