Meditation for beginners, intermediate and advanced practitioners

From 75 C$ /h

My name is Ioana. I am an MDiv alumna in Buddhist Studies and I wish to promote wellness among people. In this respect, I created this class where I will teach different kinds of meditations from mindfulness to loving kindness, even meditation for seeing your partner as he/she is while not getting trapped into too many illusions. In order to identify the best meditation for you, the class will start with a 5 to 10 minutes conversation for you to fill me in with what you need. Extra info: I am also a certified counselor and clinician in training so I am certain you will get the best from this class. Thank you and hope to see you here!

Extra information

a laptop

Location

Online from United Kingdom

About Me

My name is Ioana. I have started my career in 2001 as a senior curator while continuously gathering new competencies in the areas of project management and graphic design both in Romania and USA. I have a BA is Arts History and Restoration, and a Diploma in Museum Studies.

In 2010 I decided to pursue my lifelong dream and enrolled in a Master of Divinity in Buddhist Studies. I had trained to lead meditations in mindfulness, loving kindness, exchanging self with others to name but a few.

Besides my expertise in Buddhist philosophy and psychology, I posses certificates in ADHD: Everyday strategies for elementary students; Mental Health: A Global Priority; Medical Neuroscience; Positive Psychology; Morality of everyday life and Public Relations.

I am a certified trainer, LPC, CARCSLR and a clinician in training. I am also the owner of KarmaSutta Counseling, a private practice that emerged from my humble motivation to be of help to adults, adolescents and younger children in dealing with situations that they perceive as burdensome.

Education

Maitripa College, Portland OR, USA
Master of Divinity in Buddhist Studies (GPA cumul: 3.93; GPA MDiv Final Project: 4.00)
National University of Fine Arts, Bucharest, Romania (WES badge of international equivalency)
BA in the Conservation and Restoration of Arts
Valahia University, Targoviste, Romania (WES badge of international equivalency)
BA in Museology

Experience / Qualifications

Certificate in ADHD: Everyday strategies for elementary students – The State University of New York, The University at Buffalo, USA (online educational program)

Certificate in Mental Health: A Global Priority – The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK (online educational program)

Certificate in Medical Neuroscience – Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA (online educational program)

Certificate in Positive Psychology – University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA (online educational program)

Certificate in Morality of everyday life – Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, USA (online educational program)

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

45 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Romanian

Skills

Philosophy

Yoga

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

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12-16

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20-24

How to Develop Successful Careers and Avoid Burnout

97 C$ /h

My name is Ioana and I am certain it will be a beautiful experience to work with you here on Apprentus. I specialize in Social Sciences and Clinical Psychology while having a keen interest in making the world I live in a better place. My goal is to create interactive classes in which I combine my expertise in psychology with an understanding of the impact and implications of globalization in today’s society while setting up the motivation to be of help to my students in their process of self discovery and making their aspirations come true. In this respect, I will challenge my students with philosophical questions about the ethics of engaging with each other from a win-win perspective as for them to develop a sense of understanding we are all interconnected and their decisions will impact not only themselves but those around them as well.
This is my first class on Apprentus and it is about developing successful careers while avoiding burnout. It is designed to be practical and to enhance my students' self confidence from a mindful selfless rather than selfish perspective yet assertive after only 1 hour spent with me. This class teaches lots of practical tools for anyone who wants to become an active successful agent of benefic change. The focus is for students to learn to develop their career in simple steps that anyone can easily apply and, at the same time, remain positive and energetic It emerged from my own career as I used to manage large teams of people into successful ventures with little to no funds at all. Is it possible? Yes, it is and I will make sure this course will clarify the steps that support your career development in all its layers in a practical straightforward objective-based trustworthy method.
You will learn:
- to engage in a project by setting up the right motivation;
- to make a consistent plan for your projects;
- to be flexible in response to the business climax, to your partners and anyone involved;
- to be mindful and future oriented in your business partnerships;
- to be confident and honest in your interactions;
- to make business with Intention;
- to eliminate pressure, stress and burnout.

How to Raise Healthy Children - Theory and Methods

97 C$ /h

My name is Ioana. I am a certified counselor and a clinician in training. I lead workshops on parental education in order to raise the awareness it is better long term to raise our children in a healthy manner than to go through therapy later on in life. This 1 hour class will show you the correct educational method to use when interacting with your child in order for him/her to develop his/her own internal resources and why this theoretical knowledge and its practicality are more effective than the try and error methods many parents use till they become exhausted. The class is structured in a condensed manner for you to learn the basics of a mindful interaction with your child. Thank you and hope to see you attending my class!

Ritika

4.8

(5)

I am a certified 200-hour Yoga alliance teacher from world capital of yoga - Rishikesh. I am passionate about health and I am keen to share my advanced knowledge in this area with you.

Yoga is a powerful tool to connect with oneself and one's environment. As a yoga practitioner, you'll do asanas, pranayama and meditation. I've designed this course as a practical guide to Yoga that's specifically made for beginners.

You'll learn how to do Surya namaskar A & Surya namaskar B, preform various asanas, pranayama techniques and meditation to not only improve your posture and flexibility, but to explore the spiritual dimension of life.

I am patient and caring. All the practices will be adapted to individual's capacity and comfort.

Carla

4.8

(5)

Why is pelvic mobility important?
🔆Pelvic mobility is essential to meet the simplest daily functional needs such as walking or climbing stairs. The pelvis is the center of gravity and the largest bone complex in the human body. It is an insertion point for strong muscles: they form the muscular chains that have the pelvis as an anchor point.
The shortening or overtraining of some of them, due to sports postures or gestures, can generate an imbalance in the tensegrity system of the pelvic girdle and many local and adjacent problems, from muscle decompensations, pain, health problems at a visceral level and many others. aspects that are not taken into account 🧐
✅You have to ensure that your pelvis is in a neutral position, aligned at all times and in any activity you do so that your body does not adopt wrong postures by default and avoid having problems with its mobility and consequently other derived dysfunctions, such as hernias, lower back pain. , pelvic floor problems, etc.
📌The program aims to strengthen, stretch and put into tension the muscle chains and the analytical work of the abductor, adductor, extensor and pelvitrochanter complex. All of these myofascial elements determine the pelvic position and, in doing so, create or limit the freedom of the pelvis, having repercussions on the lower and upper limbs.
🤗 Of course we are not going to leave aside the rest of the body❗️❗️😅
The training approach will be individualized, after a general and analytical body evaluation.
Enough of so many aches and pains, release the superficial and deep fascia and revitalize your energy center. 🥰

Mouad

4.8

(5)

As an engineer, explore a rewarding educational experience with our specialized support courses in Arabic, Philosophy, and Life and Earth Sciences (SVT), preparing you for regional and national exams. Offered in Rabat and the surrounding area, our courses prepare you for these subjects. With an engineer as your instructor, you'll have the opportunity to hone your skills in these crucial areas for your academic and professional career. Our courses are explained using simple and effective methods, reflecting a shared age and common understanding.

Victoria

4.8

(5)

Hey, I'm manager of yoga instructor Diana. She's from Ukraine, so I'll help with translations and communication.

Hatha yoga - Yoga helps us to strengthen the body from the outside and inside. It helps us to improve our inner state and find balance. It is an opportunity to organize thoughts and focus on the here and now. In addition, yoga strengthens the body and improves mood. It has a positive effect on the flexibility and balance of our body.

What are the benefits of this practice? First of all, it helps to strengthen the human body, build endurance and willpower. This yoga helps to relax and improves the ability to cope with stress. It has a positive effect on blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Due to the diversity of this practice, it improves muscle flexibility. Also, this practice fills the body with energy, boosts immunity and improves your posture.

This practice is suitable for both women and men of all ages. The practice is a bit more complicated than hatha yoga, but it is also suitable for beginners. It is possible to move further in terms of complexity, using more dynamics and increasing the complexity of asanas. Further complication is focused on the use of asanas with deflections and inverted positions. Also, you can smoothly move into Ashtanga yoga or dynamic yoga.

Diana has three years of experience teaching modern dance and yoga individually. She has more than 5 years of teaching experience in groups and dozens of satisfied students. Therefore, she will definitely provide everyone with an individual approach, find the right pace and the necessary asanas.

If you have more questions, don't hesitate to text me <3

Let's change our lives today, not every Monday, right?)

Gaurav

4.8

(5)

Feeling overwhelmed? Join this calming, beginner-friendly online yoga class designed to help you release tension, relax your mind, and reconnect with inner peace.
We’ll combine gentle movement, breathwork (pranayama), and mindfulness techniques to regulate stress, improve sleep, and support emotional clarity.
Perfect for all levels. No previous yoga experience needed. Ideal for anyone working from home, dealing with anxiety, or simply looking for a mental reset.
Format:
Live Online Session
Duration: 45–60 minutes
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Frequency: Weekly or biweekly

BASIC OUTLINE:
(Every class flow will be different:)

1. Welcome & Check-in (5 min)
Quick introduction, class intention: “Let go of tension, return to calm.”
2. Grounding Breathwork (5 min)
Practice: Box Breathing or Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing)
Goal: Activate parasympathetic nervous system (rest & digest)
3. Gentle Flow & Stretching (20–25 min)
Poses include:Child’s Pose,Cat-Cow,Seated Forward Fold,Supine Twists,Legs-Up-the-Wall
Slow transitions with breath awareness
4. Guided Meditation / Body Scan (10 min)
Optional background music
Focus on softening the body and letting go of emotional tension
5. Closing & Affirmation (5 min)
End with a grounding affirmation or quote
Optional journaling suggestion after class: “What am I ready to release today?”

“Stress builds up in the body—let's release it together. 🧘‍♀️
Join my online Yoga for Stress Relief class this week.
No experience needed. Just bring your breath. 🌿”

Ievgen

4.8

(5)

This 1-on-1 stretching class is designed to improve your flexibility, posture, mobility, and overall body awareness. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced mover, I will guide you through a personalized routine based on your goals, body type, and physical condition.

Each session includes:
✅ Full-body warm-up
✅ Deep guided stretching
✅ Posture & alignment correction
✅ Breathing and relaxation techniques
✅ Exercises tailored to specific areas (e.g. back, hips, hamstrings, shoulders)

I combine knowledge from my background as a professional dancer (ballet, jazz, folk), a certified stretching and rehabilitation coach, and over a decade of international performance and teaching experience.

Whether you’re looking to increase flexibility, reduce back pain, prevent injury, or simply feel better in your body—this class will help you move and live more freely.

Kevin

4.8

(5)

It is true that the philosopher is the friend of wisdom, but above all, he is someone who does not want to make mistakes in reasoning. Philosophizing is a way of reasoning and a way of solving problems that will never have a perfect and definitive solution. Knowing the distance between the Earth and the Moon is not a problem of philosophy, because it is enough to measure to solve it. On the other hand, knowing, for example, what justice is, is a problem of philosophy. A meter will not be able to help us know the answer. We must go about it differently, and in the courses I offer, I will teach you how.

You will learn

- text reading strategies
- case studies with the aim of learning from experts
- methodology in philosophy
- writing an essay
- writing a text commentary
- a work on the philosophers of your choice
- an overview of the history of philosophy
- the general culture necessary to be able to philosophize

I will adapt to your individual needs. Each course is tailor-made. We will analyze where your difficulties lie and together develop a course program that will make you perform as quickly as possible. The basic principle of the courses I offer is dialectics, like Plato's dialogues: reflecting together, making theoretical contributions, asking questions and seeking answers, and testing the validity of reasoning.

For the past 10 years, I have been teaching German using the philosophy methodology, having studied philosophy at the Master's level at Aix-Marseille University. It turns out that the analytical mind is very useful even outside the confines of philosophy. Today, there are even fields of activity such as management with philosophy or philotherapy. In recent years, some German students have asked me to also teach them philosophy courses, and that is why I decided to offer philosophy courses directly.

I look forward to meeting you during a first lesson.

Rose

4.8

(5)

Are you ready to harmonize body and mind? I offer individual and group yoga classes tailored to your needs. Whether you're a beginner or advanced, you'll find a space for relaxation, strength, and well-being with me.

My offer:
• Group classes: 60 minutes of yoga for flexibility, strength and mindfulness
• Private lessons: Individually tailored to your goals and wishes
• Thematic sessions: Relaxation, morning energy, stretching & mobility
• Duration: 30–90 minutes
• Location: Online or in person (by arrangement)

✨ Start your yoga journey and give yourself a moment for yourself.

Javier

4.8

(5)

Philosophy and Psychology for Adults: Thinking, Understanding, and Getting to Know Yourself Better

Have you ever wondered why you make certain decisions, what you really want from your life, or what meaning some experiences that have marked you have?

This class arises precisely from those questions.

This isn't your typical philosophy or psychology class, and you don't need any prior knowledge. It's a space to pause, reflect, and discuss the questions we all ask ourselves at some point in our lives, but rarely find the time to address.

Through philosophy, psychology, and other related disciplines, we will explore topics such as self-knowledge, relationships, freedom, fear, happiness, decision-making, identity, the meaning of life, our beliefs, and the great questions that accompany us as human beings.

The idea isn't to give you ready-made answers. On the contrary: it's about learning to ask better questions and finding your own answers.

The sessions will be dynamic and participatory, combining explanation

Anastasiia

4.8

(5)

Do you sometimes feel trapped in anxiety, frustration, anger, or overthinking? Do you wish you could respond to difficult situations with greater calm and clarity?

In this class, we will explore how emotions arise, how they influence our thoughts and behavior, and how we can develop a healthier relationship with them.

Drawing on insights from modern psychology, mindfulness, and contemplative traditions, we will combine practical exercises with reflection and self-discovery.

What you will learn:

Recognize and understand your emotional patterns.

Manage stress, anxiety, anger, and overwhelming feelings.

Develop emotional awareness without suppressing your feelings.

Use mindfulness and body-based techniques to restore inner balance.

Respond more consciously instead of reacting automatically.

Cultivate self-compassion, resilience, and emotional stability.

My approach

I believe emotional regulation is not about controlling or eliminating emotions. It is about understanding them, learning from them, and developing the freedom to choose how we respond.

My approach combines my academic background in cognitive science with an interest in meditation, Buddhist philosophy, and the relationship between mind and body.

Michèle

4.8

(5)

The course will be tailored to each student's profile, regardless of their level. A teacher for 20 years, I offer courses in French, philosophy, and Latin. My personalized approach focuses on acquiring methods and developing comprehension skills, fostering the student's autonomy.

Yalisa

4.8

(5)

Hi, I’m Yalisa, a Yoga Alliance–certified yoga teacher (200-hour multi-style training, India) and sound healing facilitator. I ran my own yoga, Pilates and sound healing studio in Spain, and before that I was a professional dancer for almost 20 years. Today I teach from Panama.

My private online classes are made for you: your level, your body and your goals. We can work on:

Vinyasa flow – strength, mobility and energy
Yin yoga – deep stretching, flexibility and relaxation
Breathwork and meditation – less stress, better sleep, a calmer mind
Yoga for posture and back care, from my background in dance and massage

In our first class I’ll ask about your experience, any injuries and what you want to achieve. Then I build a practice you can follow at home. I give clear verbal cues and correct your alignment live on camera, so you practise safely.

Beginners are very welcome. If you’re more advanced, we can work on flexibility, inversions and deeper flows.

Roseline

4.8

(5)

Certified French teacher, 25 years of experience (FLE, DELF, DALF) | Middle & High School | French Baccalaureate & Philosophy

As a linguist, I teach French as a foreign language (FLE) at all levels, with specific preparation for DELF and DALF certifications.

I also support native and non-native students in middle and high school in their AEFE school journey: support in French, methodology, literary analysis and preparation for the written and oral tests of the French baccalaureate in Première.

Finally, I offer philosophy support for final year students in the French system, particularly for essay methodology, text explanation and preparation for the baccalaureate exam.

My teaching is based on a rigorous, personalized and caring approach, adapted to the level, objectives and pace of each student.

Fabiola

4.8

(5)

A private one-to-one yoga class offers a unique opportunity to focus entirely on yourself, your body, and your personal well-being.

Unlike a group class, each session is tailored to your individual needs, experience, goals, and physical abilities. With personalized guidance and individual attention, we can explore each posture safely, refine alignment, work with your breath, and develop a practice that truly supports you.

Whether you are a complete beginner, looking to deepen your existing practice, improve flexibility and strength, reduce stress, or reconnect with yourself, private yoga allows you to move at your own pace and receive the support you need.

Why choose a private yoga class?

- Personalized attention: Every session is adapted to your body, needs, and goals.

- Safe practice: Individual guidance helps you understand alignment and move with greater awareness.

- Your own pace: There is space to learn, explore, and progress without pressure.

- Mind-body connection: Develop a deeper relationship with your breath, body, and mind.

F- lexible approach: Choose the style, intensity, and focus that best suit you.

This is more than just a yoga class. It is dedicated time for yourself — a chance to slow down, recharge, build confidence, and create a practice that supports you both physically and mentally.

Your body, your rhythm, your practice.

Gise

4.8

(5)

🧘‍♀️«Yoga Funcional: fuerza, flexibilidad y movimiento consciente para un cuerpo más saludable y una mente en equilibrio».

Una práctica que combina los beneficios del yoga con ejercicios funcionales para fortalecer el cuerpo, mejorar la movilidad, la flexibilidad, el equilibrio y la postura.

A través de movimientos conscientes, respiración y fuerza, buscamos conectar cuerpo y mente, prevenir molestias, liberar tensiones y mejorar la calidad de vida.

🌿 Adaptado a diferentes edades y niveles.
✨ Más fuerza, movilidad y equilibrio.
💚 Un espacio para conectar con tu cuerpo y sentirte mejor.

Movete, conectá y florecé.