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Welcome to Desa Yogi

Life can be hectic with numerous responsibilities and endless distractions. It could be detrimental to your health, your peacefulness, and your connection with your inner self.

For over 30 years, I’ve helped hundreds of students (including myself) create a quiet space for themselves, discover Iyengar Yoga’s benefits for health and well-being, and transform their mind and body day by day.

Kathy

ALIGNMENT · MEDITATION IN ACTION · PRECISION

Kathy Cook
Senior Iyengar Yoga Teacher & Assessor  
Lead Instructor Of Desa Yogi

Kathy began practicing and studying yoga in the mid-90s in California with Iyengar teacher Tony Briggs. After moving to HK, she started her teaching training under numerous senior Iyengar teachers and began her Iyengar certification journey.

While teaching there, she also co-founded the Hong Kong Yoga Association, bringing yoga to the community, and introducing Iyengar Yoga to Hong Kong by bringing senior Iyengar instructors from overseas to teach in HK.

Benefits of a Regular Practice

Love From Students

I had tried many different types of yoga prior to meeting Kathy. And I always got injured and disillusioned! And then she introduced me to Iyengar and my life changed. My body changed. It became more agile, more strong, more flexible. I loved the feeling. I still do. Kathy is incredibly articulate, knows the body inside out, and can guide you to perfection. And she's patient!

Kathy’s teaching is grounded on astute observation, clear instruction and demonstrations, positive encouragement and meaningful adjustments. Kathy’s years of experience and mastery of her craft are evident in the ease in which she communicates, with classes forever evolving. Kathy teaches with joy, humour and passion.

After suffering debilitating and chronic back pain, 6 years ago I was introduced to Kathy in her teaching. Through her meticulous and precise approach to form, alignment, and breathe, I found a teacher for not only my yoga practice but for everyday life. Kathy has inspired me to integrate yoga to work and bring my practice home. I can’t recommend Kathy highly enough. Her generosity and compassion are infectious within the classroom. Thank you so much, Kathy.

Kathy has been our teacher in Bali for about eight years. She’s one of the best teachers I’ve ever had.. She keeps us all challenged and encouraged. When I had a neck hernia, and I had severe pain, Kathy was the only one I trusted to take yoga with, to correct me. She increased my awareness of my posture, and how to increase the flow of energy in the neck area. I’m very grateful for Kathy. Whenever I am in Bali, I will always go back to her and take her classes

I’ve been doing yoga with Kathy for about five years now. I love the class. One of the things I especially enjoy is that Kathy gives very precise and clear instructions so that I know if I’m doing the asanas or the poses correctly. By the end of the class, I’m feeling amazing.

I’ve been doing yoga with Kathy for seven years. She’s a fantastic yoga teacher, and I would say the best Iyengar teacher I’ve ever had

Foundational Iyengar Yoga

Foundational Iyengar Yoga is an all online, pre-recorded, step-by-step guided practice program of 18 sessions that breaks down the basic asanas, strengthens your body & mind, and boosts your confidence in modifying asanas for safe practice.

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Heart Health Workshop

This is an all online, pre-recorded workshop with six hours of recording, where you can practice at your own pace. The four sessions are Circulation, Muscle Fatigue & Cramping, Tension-Free, and Stress-Free.