I am Joy, half Swiss and half South African, with roots in both Basel and Cape Town. My path into yoga began not from discipline or ambition, but from a sense of longing. For years, I lived as if my body was separate from me – something to control, push or ignore.

When I discovered yoga, everything changed. Through the breath, the movement and the stillness, I slowly reconnected with my body and, in doing so, with myself. Yoga became a homecoming – a way to find inner stillness, self-acceptance, and healing.

A turning point in my journey came at the age of 19, when I lost my father. Faced with grief at such a young age, I had to navigate waves of powerful emotions and find a way to keep moving forward. That loss opened me to life in a deeper way – teaching me resilience, compassion and a new perspective on what truly matters. In many ways, it was the catalyst that kick-started my spiritual path.

This journey inspired me to study deeply. I have completed over 500 hours of yoga teacher training, along with training in sound healing and Reiki. These tools have not only shaped my own healing but also given me the ability to support others on their paths.

My Dharma – my life purpose – is to guide people back to themselves. Whether it’s through the grounding of yoga, the gentle energy of Reiki, the vibrations of sound, or the stillness of meditation, I am here to hold space for your transformation.

When I am not guiding sessions, you’ll find me in nature, singing while playing my guitar, reading books or recharging in silence.

I believe deeply that every person has the capacity for healing, balance and joy – sometimes we just need a little guidance to remember the way back home.

My goal is to hold a supportive, adaptable space where yoga meets you exactly as you are.