Our Team

Viola
Founder

Sahra
Studio Manager
Sahra is our Studio Manager and at the same time Yoga and meditation teacher specializing in Hatha Yoga and pre- and postnatal yoga. She fell in love with Yoga in Cape Town, South Africa, her so-called second home, and decided to pursue a Yoga teacher training in Bali in 2018. Since then, she has enjoyed inspiring people to live a mindful and fulfilling life, incorporating yoga and meditation.
Our Teacher

Adriana
Pilates

Anja
Yin Yoga
Anja is a yoga/meditation facilitator, dancer, musician and writer, passionate about supporting practitioners through the intelligent, functional and creative exploration of movement supported by philosophy. She has studied and taught world-wide earning over 400 hours of qualifications with teachers like Duncan Peak, Melanie McLaughlin and Persia Juliet. Her clients have included studios in London, Sydney, Berlin and Paris, retreats in Sardinia, Ibiza and Corfu as well as the GYMONDO App. She curates experiences based on specific needs, with the invitation for students to tune into the power within, cultivating a deep awareness and intuition.

Ben
Advanced Yoga Basics
Evening Yoga & Pranayama
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Cleo
Power Pilates
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Elif
Quantum Kundalini
Elif Amrita Chanan is a KRI Kundalini certified teacher who calls her classes Quantum Kundalini, blending traditional kundalini with her experience as an advanced student of Dr. Joe Dispenza. She merges ancient wisdom with modern science, aiming to unite traditional energy techniques with current knowledge. As co-founder of the Quantum School of Being, she combines decades of experience in meditation and Kundalini Yoga with quantum science. Her classes activate energy centers, align organs and cells, and bring balance, clarity, and harmony, guiding you to your natural rhythm, emotional balance, and clear focus, helping you feel elevated and deeply connected.

Eva
Pilates Flow
Afterwork Flow

Geraldine
Vinyasa flow
Geraldine: “Originally from Chile and now based in Berlin, I bring a global perspective to my yoga teaching, rooted in mindful living and nourishment. Certified in Vinyasa Krama (500 hours) and Rocket Yoga (50 hours), I guide students through intentional, breath-centered practices that balance tradition with creative exploration. My classes integrate Bhakti elements, such as mantra chanting, alongside dynamic flows, fostering self-discovery and inner connection. With extensive experience as a holistic cook and Ayurvedic nutrition practitioner, I approach yoga as a holistic journey, aligning the body, mind, and soul through mindful practices on and off the mat.”

Gerit
Functional Full Body Workout
Gerit has been an indispensable part of our team since the studio’s inception. Her classes perfectly complement our concept by addressing muscular imbalances and promoting joint stabilization. With a background in sports rehabilitation and orthopedics, she specializes in leg axis training (knee and hip stabilization, hip replacements) and reducing issues in the shoulder area. As a qualified pedagogue, she brings additional skills that are particularly valuable in personal training. Gerit’s infectious laughter, positive energy, and motivating teaching style make every session at VIVA a truly special experience, inspiring participants to push their limits while prioritizing health and well-being.

Jamie
Vinyasa Flow
Jamie: “In my classes, you will have the opportunity to connect with your body on a deeper level, learning to listen attentively to its signals and understand its needs. This allows you to challenge yourself in a safe and balanced way, in harmony with your personal boundaries and potential. Through Pranayama techniques and a Hatha Flow style, we will open up over the class of 75 minutes, deepening our body awareness and cultivating mindfulness. Each session will encourage you to explore your body’s capabilities, fostering strength, balance, relaxation, and a deep sense of well-being, all while respecting your individual journey and growth.”

Jana
Barre
Jana is a former ballerina with extensive stage experience at the Deutsche Oper Berlin and the German TV Ballet. She has worked as a choreographer for various TV shows, showcasing her talent for creating captivating dance routines. As a Celebrity and Stage Movement Coach, Jana specializes in directing performers for live events and video productions. With expertise as a video editor, she leverages her creativity to produce engaging content for social media and TV. Jana is also a Barre and Pilates teacher, inspired by the anatomy and beauty of the human form, helping people discover their potential through the connection of body, mind and music.

Jennifer
Yin Yoga & Sound
Prenatal & Postnatal

Katherine
Yin Yoga & crystal Bowl Sound

Katja
Early Morning - Energy Boost
Vinyasa Yoga

Maria P.
Barre/Pilates Fusion

Maria S.
Kids Ballet
Express PilateS
Maria is a passionate dance educator with a strong ballet background. After graduating from a prestigious academy, I expanded my knowledge with a Master’s in Choreography and Dance Theory, followed by another Master’s in Cultural Studies (Theater, Performance, and Shows). Driven by a passion for learning, I continually enhance my qualifications through various courses. I bring this dedication to my teaching, inspiring students of all ages through classical dance, gymnastics, and techniques like Pilates, Floor Barre®, and PBT. I also organize private lessons, workshops, and events to create enriching experiences for all.

Marko
Vinyasa Flow
Rocket/Ashtanga
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Norema
Hatha Evening flow
Deep relaxation & Sound
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Olga
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Orkun
Yin & Within
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Rachel
Awakening Yoga
Prenatal Yoga
Rachel is a German-American yoga teacher sharing Awakening Yoga, Hatha Vinyasa and Pre/Postnatal yoga. With a decade of personal practice and over 600 hours of training, she is certified in postural yoga (Awakening Yoga Academy) and Patanjali’s eight-limbed yoga (Ignite Institute). Life as a Montessori Mom of 3 children underscores her teaching, finding the balance between ritualistic structure and freedom-filled self inquiry. Passionate about literature, her classes are sprinkled with myth, poetry, philosophy, or food for thought and ultimately create a space for her students to feel empowered in their practice, however they come to the mat.

Saifohn
Pilates
Vinyasa Flow
Saifohn is a certified yoga teacher (E-RYT 500, Yoga Alliance), Pilates instructor, and holds a degree in Social Pedagogy. Practicing yoga since 1999, she is also accredited by Germany’s “Zentrale Prüfstelle für Prävention”. Her extensive training in styles like Vinyasa Flow, Anusara Yoga, Yin Yoga, Meditation, and Pilates has shaped her unique teaching approach. Saifohn’s classes are powerful, dynamic, and tailored to individual needs. With a mindful and compassionate presence, she guides her students towards greater inner balance and physical well-being, drawing from over two decades of experience and deep knowledge of holistic movement practices.

Stella
Prenatal Yoga

Ulla
VINYASA flow
Our VIVA Café Team

Mai
VIVA Café
Mai is the heart and soul of VIVA Café. With her passion for cooking and baking, she creates delicious homemade specialties that are loved and recognized well beyond Charlottenburg.

Geraldine
VIVA Café
Geraldine, originally from Chile, brings a special atmosphere to the café with her warm personality and cheerful nature. As a skilled barista and committed vegan, she prepares delicious, healthy meals at VIVA every Saturday.

Ulla
Viva Café
Ulla is the backbone of VIVA. Always helpful and with a listening ear for everyone, she also provides structure to the studio, ensuring everything is well-organized and runs smoothly behind the scenes.
Our Massage Therapists

Mai
Masseurin
Mai’s Massages:
Aroma Oil
Deep Tissue
Hot Stone
Pregnancy Massage
Thai Massage
Available: Wed / Thu / Fri / Sat

Marco
Masseur
Marco´s Massagen:
Ayurvedic Massage
Shiatsu
Thai Massage

Cebbar
Masseur
Cebbar’s Massages:
Deep Tissue
Hot Stone
Lymphatic Drainage
Garshan Massage
Pregnancy Massage
Sports Massage
Foot Reflexology
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