"We don't live to practise yoga, we practise yoga so that we can live - more easily, joyfully and gracefully."

L. Kaminoff & A. Matthews

Why Senses. Yoga?

I offer classes that are balanced yet challenging, intimate yet liberating. I deeply believe that Yoga is for everybody — in every body. Having studied pedagogy, worked in marketing, and through years of personal growth and self-reflection, I have developed a deep understanding of inner processes. This allows me to hold a safe and supportive space for others as they explore their own journey.

Diverse & International Experience

I am bringing years of teaching worldwide, bringing insights from different cultures and practices into every class.

Transformative & Holistic

I offer classes, that are balanced yet challenging, guiding yogis toward self-discovery and inner alignment.

Mindful personal background

Integrating self-reflection and personal development to support emotional and spiritual well-being.

Women-only spaces

I offer next to my open classes for everyone also safe, supportive environments where women can connect, share, and explore their inner world.

Rooted in Tradition

My training is rooted in India and in tradition. Every additional training is either a way to deepen or to bring in fresh perspectives that I can integrate.

My Story.

My name is Julia – and with over 15 years of personal yoga experience and as a trained Hatha Yoga teacher, I share here my passion for the practice of Yoga.

I received my training and initiation at Yoga Vidya in Nashik, India. To this day, yoga is an essential part of my life, if not the main component of my life. Based on my life journey, I can see and personally attest to the transformative power behind the spiritual practice of yoga.

In the last 5 years — since I have been initiated in a training in India I teach now internationally, from Germany, Portugal, Israel, to Thailand, Sri Lanka and India.

For me, yoga is much more than just a physical practice; it is a deep dive into my essence – free from all external impulses.

Furthermore, Yoga is getting to know what is unchanging within us.

It was only this year that I was able to gain a deeper understanding of its sister science, Ayurveda: during my time at an Ayurvedic hotel in Sri Lanka, I was able to accompany people not only in yoga, but also in medical consultations. By translating the consultations, I was able to not only learn Ayurvedic knowledge, but also to pass it on.

Also this year, I have absolved my first Reiki Initiation as well my first Thai Yoga Massage training - giving me a deeper understanding of the complexity of the human body.

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Hatha Yoga

A gentle yet challenging practice, always tailored to your needs. Rooted in tradition, Hatha Yoga goes beyond “entertainment” — it invites you to observe how your mind responds, especially when facing challenging postures.

Pre- & Postnatal

A carefully designed class to support you in this unique phase of life. With mindful adjustments for each trimester, the practice offers safe postures, space for relaxation, and gentle preparation for the transformative journey of giving birth.

Yin Yoga

A deeply calming practice to help you soften and release. Working with your energetic field, I combine Reiki and mindful wording to create a safe space, allowing you to fully surrender and rest in the present moment.

"Julia teaches Yoga with great experience, mindfulness, focus and accuracy. I noticed her passion for yoga in every class and through it I was able to dissolve into my yoga so much at the end of the class I felt like I was returning from a long meditative trip. I warmly recommend Julia."

Phil B., Germany

student & teacher, equally.

Since 15 years, I have been a devoted student of yoga, and for the last 5 years, I have had the pleasure and blessings of teaching yoga as well.

My education is deeply rooted in tradition, as I learned yoga at Yoga Vidya Gorukul in India, near Mumbai. Here, I received my first certification as a Hatha yoga teacher, followed by another additional certification as a pre- and postnatal yoga teacher.

Furthermore, I have attended several workshops on deepening meditation practice at Kaivalyadhama in Lonavla, India, and I am a certified student of phytotherapy in Berlin.

My approach to yoga emphasizes relaxation through a practice that integrates movement, vocal expression, and breathwork.

Julia M. Heyer

Founder, Senses Yoga

FAQ

I have a strong background in Hatha Yoga, which I studied at Yoga Vidya Gurukul near Nashik, India, where I had my first initiation in Hatha Yoga. I was also initiated in Pre- and Postnatal Yoga at Yoga Vidya Gurukul. In addition, I have completed a 15-hour Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Training and a 35-hour Hands-On Yoga Adjustment Training.

Please find my detailed education below (chronologically):

December 2019 7-day Meditation Workshop Kaivalyadhama, Lonavla, India

January 2020 250 hrs Yoga Teacher Training Yoga Vidya Gurukul, Nashik, India

February – April 2022 200 hrs Pre- & Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training Yoga Vidya Gurukul, Online

May 2024 15 hrs Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher Training Awakened Spirit Yoga, Online

November 2024 35 hrs Hands-On Yoga Adjustment Teacher Training Tiana Harilela, Beyond Wellness, Portugal

February 2025 Reiki First Degree Initiation Pantrix, Nong Khai, Thailand

October 2025

60 hrs Traditional Thai Yoga Massage Training

Sunshine House, Chiang Mai, Thailand

My teaching is deeply rooted in India, and I approach yoga as a tool for self-realization rather than just wellness or entertainment. For me, yoga is a form of discipline – something we create to face our own truth. That’s why my classes are honest and grounded, far from entertainment-focused; they are an initiation to meet yourself, release old karma and develop a more fulfilling life through inner alignment.

Participants often describe my classes as challenging yet balanced, liberating yet contained, and always intimate. In every session, I aim to help you find your sweet spot, allowing silence to do its work. A class with me can be gentle and simple, but it can also be challenging and transformative – it all depends on where you are and what you are ready for.

My goal is to teach worldwide, as immersing myself in different cultures is a part of me that I feel called to serve. In past lives, I have definitely been a nomad. Now I am collecting again knowledge from across countries and feeling a deeper familiarity - that I can now bring into my teaching. So far, I have taught in Portugal, Germany, Israel, India, Thailand, and Sri Lanka. Most of my experience comes from being a self-employed yoga teacher, organizing my own classes and spaces, which has given me the confidence to plan and run sessions independently and smoothly.

Additionally, I have created and led my first retreat in India, guiding women towards a deeper understanding of themselves. I have also worked at an Ayurvedic hotel in Sri Lanka, which provided me with practical knowledge of Ayurvedic traditions that I can integrate into my classes when appropriate.

For me, it’s all about personal connection – the feeling of being human together, rather than delivering the perfect product. We are not products, and I don’t want to present myself that way. I offer classes grounded in experiencing our unique and precious bodies, giving participants a sense of truly arriving home. I truly believe that yoga is for everybody and every body.

The greatest gift for me is seeing everyone feel at home in my classes – I honestly don’t care whether someone is flexible or not.

Since I work mainly with women, the most important aspect of this work is fostering a sense of collective sisterhood. Historically, women have often been separated and isolated, and each carries that feeling in some way. By creating safe, judgment-free spaces, I feel I am serving a higher purpose – far beyond just working for myself.