Yoga Academy by Nathalie MARTIGNONI
Your Space for Practice and Growth
From accredited teacher trainings to wellness retreats, discover your next journey.
Founded by Nathalie Martignoni, Yoga Academy supports the path of the practitioner.
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned professional, our space is designed to meet you exactly where you are.
Every class, course, and retreat is thoughtfully crafted to offer guidance, intention, and a sense of belonging.
We invite you to explore our offerings and join our global community.

Classes
We offer various ways to practice, ensuring you find the right support for your lifestyle:
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Private Sessions: Personalized, guidance tailored to your specific goals.
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Group Classes: Dynamic sessions designed to build strength and foster community.
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Yoga for Athletes: Targeted movement to support your sport, improve mobility, and accelerate recovery.
From beginners to experienced practitioners, we offer a supportive space to deepen your understanding.
Join us to find the perfect balance of movement and mindfulness.
Private sessions
Yoga designed for you:
Experience the profound benefits of personalized yoga lessons created specifically to meet your unique goals, schedule, and physical needs.
Our private sessions move beyond a general class format to offer tailored attention that ensures your practice is maximally effective, safe, and enjoyable.
This is a journey of self-discovery and well-being with a practice that is truly all about you.
Group classes
Join our vibrant yoga community for a practice that is both invigorating and deeply nourishing.
Our group classes cater to everyone, whether you are stepping onto the mat for the very first time or are a seasoned yogi looking for connection and challenge. With plenty of class options available, you can easily find a session that fits your current level and allows you to flow and learn at your own pace.
Embrace the journey and discover the unique mental and physical benefits that yoga can bring to your life. Let's practice together.
Yoga for Athletes
Support your sport integrating yoga into your training is about more than just stretching, it’s about building a resilient body and a focused mind.
We help athletes reach their goals through a specialized, balanced approach.
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Move Better: Improve mobility and reduce injury risk by addressing the tightness that comes with repetitive athletic movements.
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Stay Strong: Develop the core stability and balance necessary for explosive power and efficient movement.
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Recover Faster: Use mindful recovery techniques to help your body and mind bounce back after competition or training.
A holistic approach to your athletic journey starts here.




WELLNESS RETREAT
Why Choose a Retreat?
A wellness retreat is a dedicated getaway designed to help you step away from everyday stress, restore balance, and prioritize your physical, mental, and emotional health.
Unlike a standard vacation where travel logistics and sightseeing can leave you needing another break a retreat offers a structured yet deeply relaxing environment designed entirely around your well-being. Guided by expert practitioners, you’ll engage in restorative practices, empowering workshops, and nourishing experiences that leave you truly refreshed and equipped with lasting tools for daily life.
Key Benefits
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Stress Reduction & Digital Detox: Unplug from screens and daily schedules to calm your nervous system.
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Holistic Renewal: Rejuvenate with nourishing food, intentional movement, and guided reflection.
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Practical Life Tools: Learn actionable habits for emotional resilience and lasting self-care.
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Meaningful Connection: Share authentic experiences with a supportive, like-minded community.
What's Included
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Daily Movement & Mindfulness: Sunrise and sunset yoga, breathwork, and meditation.
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Nourishing Cuisine: Wholesome, farm-to-table meals crafted for energy and vitality.
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Empowering Workshops: Interactive sessions on personal growth and stress management.
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Unstructured Leisure Time: Generous space to read, explore nature, or simply rest.
What to Expect
An inviting, non-judgmental atmosphere open to all experience levels. Days follow a gentle rhythm—participate in as many group activities as you like, or take quiet time whenever you need it.

TEACHER TRAINING
Investing in teacher training is a commitment to your own evolution. It offers an opportunity to step beyond the rhythm of regular classes and dive into a deeper understanding of the practice.
This journey isn't just about learning to lead a room; it’s about refining your personal practice. Over the coming months, we will peel back the layers of physical alignment, philosophy, and self-study to uncover the teacher that already resides within you.
Why Choose This Path?
Whether you intend to lead a room or simply wish to deepen your personal journey, this immersion provides the space to explore yoga with a level of detail that a standard 60-minute class simply cannot offer..
Deepen Your Knowledge:
Go beyond the physical shapes. Immerse yourself in functional anatomy, ancient philosophy, and the subtle energy body.. Refine Your Technique: Receive personalized guidance and postural adjustments to understand the unique mechanics of your own body..
Find Your Sangha: Join a supportive community (Sangha) of like-minded practitioners who will encourage and inspire your growth..
Practical Integration: You won’t just leave with a certificate; you will leave with the sequence-building skills and tools designed for immediate integration into your daily life.
"Yoga is the journey of the self, through the self, to the self." — The Bhagavad Gita
What to Expect?Our curriculum is designed to be both rigorous and nourishing. We bridge the gap between ancient tradition and modern science, ensuring you walk away with a comprehensive understanding of the practice.
ABOUT
MEET NATHALIE, OUR FOUNDER
Nathalie is a London-based Yoga Therapeutic Specialist and Teacher Trainer dedicated to the application of yoga as a tool for emotional and physical development.
With a personal practice spanning three decades, she brings a depth of experience and clinical precision to every session.
Whether leading Teacher Trainings or international retreats Nathalie’s approach is defined by three pillars: presence, joy, and compassion.
Area of Expertise:
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Therapeutic Excellence: Expert guidance in injury rehabilitation, Yin, and Restorative practices prioritizing safe, functional alignment.
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Neurological Balance: Integrating Pranayama and meditation to foster emotional regulation and nervous system health.
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Inclusive Mastery: From high-performance athletes to those navigating chronic pain, Nathalie provides a nurturing, sophisticated space for all levels.
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Educational Integration: Experienced in designing and delivering formal wellbeing curricula for the independent school sector, enhancing pupils' emotional literacy and classroom focus.
The methodology: Specializing in Hatha and Therapeutic yoga, Nathalie merges creative sequencing with a rigorous focus on recovery and refinement. Her classes are designed for those seeking both academic and personal resilience.
The intention: To empower individuals and professionals alike to find balance, resilience, and a profound inner connection through the lens of compassion.

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Nathalie Martignoni credentials reflect a lifelong commitment to understanding the complexities of the body and the resilience of the mind.
500-HOUR | YOGA MEDICINE® THERAPEUTIC SPECIALIST
Mental Health & Wellness Yoga
Nervous System & Restorative Yoga
SPINE: Anatomy, Dysfunction, & Application
HIPS: Anatomy, Dysfunction, & Application
Pranayama
Yoga for athletes
Trauma-informed Yoga
200 hr Yoga Alliance Teacher training
100 hr Teen Yoga Teacher training
50 hr Children’s yoga Teacher
50 hr Yin Yoga & Mindfulness Meditation
Mental Health First Aider
Enhanced DBS



