About Yoga Sadhana

Connect with your community, connect with yourself.
A yoga practice that allows you to tune into your mind and body.

Welcome to Yoga Sadhana. The word Sadhana means “practice” in Sanskrit. Traditional yoga follows a system of eight stages known as the 8 Limbs. At Yoga Sadhana, we emphasize self-practice based on ancient teachings and texts, focusing particularly on asanas (postures), pranayama (breathwork), and meditation from the 8 Limbs.

Yoga is not confined to studios or classes; it’s about integrating yoga into your daily life as a lifelong habit to deepen self-awareness. Through the practice of asanas, pranayama, and meditation, you can restore harmony to your body and mind, clear your thoughts, and start each day with a fresh perspective.

For those feeling uncertain, stressed, or weighed down by life’s challenges, yoga offers a way to release tension in the body, connect with the mind and breath, and experience the clarity and lightness that comes with a balanced practice. Our classes are designed to help you achieve this sense of renewal.

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Profile

Akiko – Yoga and Pranayama Teacher & Practitioner

  • City registered Teacher at “Kanazawa Ward ” and “Yokosuka Manabikan”
  • Community Engagement x Pro Bono

With over 20 years of experience in global sales and marketing roles, I now run yoga classes for beginners at community centers in Yokohama’s Kanazawa Ward.

During challenging days at work, I found peace and clarity through morning yoga practice. It became a time to quiet the mind and foster a positive, focused mindset for the day ahead. Inspired by my personal transformation after years of stressful desk work, I began teaching yoga and pranayama to help others experience similar changes.

I am practicing Ashtanga yoga as my personal sadhana and incorporates elements of Hatha yoga, Iyengar yoga, and Yin yoga into my classes. My teaching emphasizes alignment and uses props to support all levels of practitioners.

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Certifications

  • Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 500) with Yoga Alliance
  • Certified Yoga Instructor by the Indian Government (YPI)
  • 100-Hour Yoga Intensive Retreat at AyurYoga Eco Ashram
  • Certified YOGABODY® Breathing Coach

Classes Offered

  • Hatha Yoga
  • Yin Yoga
  • Restorative Yoga
  • Yoga Jikan (Shonan Takatori 5/6 Community Hall)
  • Mutsuura Yoga Sadhana Yin & Yang Yoga (Mutsuura Community Center)
  • Seasonal Yoga (Organized by Mutsuura Community Center)
  • Refresh Night Yoga (Organized by Mutsuura Community Center)
  • Yin Yoga Mindfulness (Mutsuura South Community House)

Japanese-Language Classes with English Support

While class instructions are conducted in Japanese, pose assistance and adjustments are also available in English. This ensures that even non-Japanese speakers can fully benefit from the practice.
For Yin Yoga classes, in particular, I provide personalized pose adjustments tailored to individual needs, helping participants of all experience levels enjoy a comfortable and effective session.

Join a Yoga Community and Explore Self-Connection

Whether you’re new to yoga or looking for a space to deepen your practice, you are welcome to join our supportive community. Through yoga, you can find balance, reduce stress, and connect with yourself on a deeper level. If you’re seeking a chance to practice self-awareness or wish to engage with a Japanese-speaking yoga community, feel free to reach out!

Contact Me for More Information

For more details or to discuss your individual needs, don’t hesitate to get in touch. I’ll be happy to assist you in English or Japanese.

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