The practice that changed everything

Yoga found me when I needed it most.

As a young woman I was quietly losing a battle with depression, searching for something that could hold the weight of emotions I didn't yet have the language for. I came to the mat looking for relief. What I found was something far more lasting: a relationship with myself.

The shift didn't happen overnight. It happened in increments, in the moment I first noticed I could observe a feeling without being consumed by it. Yoga didn't take my struggles away. It taught me “I” was bigger than them.

Over 15 years of deepening practice and teaching, what began as a survival tool became a philosophy. To remain conscious, curious, and grounded when things get hard.

This understanding is the thread running through everything I do as a coach.

The nervous system regulation I teach in sessions, the somatic awareness I bring into coaching, the way I hold space for women moving through hormonal transitions, all of it is rooted in what the practice first taught me: that the body knows things the mind hasn't caught up with yet, and that true change lives not in thinking differently, but in being differently.

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“Yoga does not just change the way we see things; it transforms the person who sees.”

- BKS Iyengar

  • “Cristina is a great teacher with very technical grounding in all aspects of the body and movement. She is very clear in communicating how she approaches the class, and precisely tailors the practice to the needs and abilities of the student. She is also a lot of fun, and while you will be pushed physically it's also a great time with mistakes and laughter encouraged. A true professional, and you will be lucky to have her working with you!”

    — PRIVATE STUDENT

  • “I attended the Solidarity in Foundations yoga workshop with Cristina and loved learning about the different tenets of yoga - from philosophy to pranayama to the practise of asanas. The class was small and intimate which allowed Cristina to really give us individual attention - would highly recommend and I look forward to future workshops!”

    — Student

  • I really appreciated the way Cristina held space in our community, despite being new to it as a visitor, and how her style integrated well with the values of our studio community. Christina is clearly well-studied and has a strong practice across the eight limbs of yoga. It would be my pleasure to be able to work with her again when she returns to New Zealand.

    SHIRLEY MCLEOD Founder, Yoga With MeLindsey Beumer

  • “Having practiced various yoga types for 20 years and having had the opportunity to do so with many acclaimed yoga practitioners around the world, I feel very grateful to have met and worked with Cristina. She is one of my all time favorite teachers. She has wonderful knowledge, passion and compassion. Her practices are balanced with strong energy and soft spirituality that leaves you feeling accomoplished and happy at the end of the practice. I have reached out to Cristina for meditation, holistic coaching, use of essential oil and of course yoga. It has been a wonderful expierience and I highly recommend her. You can tell when someone deeply cares and has your back. That is Cristina!”

    Inna Highfield

  • ”When I started my yoga journey 3 years ago I had no idea what I was getting myself into. I found myself in a pool of bodies trying to keep up with the flow, not always understanding how to properly find the pose, or exactly why. It wasn’t until I started going to Kita Yoga, where I found Cristina & began looking at my yoga practice in a whole new light. I really enjoyed how Cristina structured her class, making it more alignment based & explaining the why behind everything. She puts things into terms anyone, no matter where they are in their yoga practice, can understand and feel the benefits of the pose & sequence she delivers. She takes things back to the traditions explaining the history behind yoga & meditation, which I absorb & always walk away learning something new.”

    — BRUNO ANDRES MORENO

  • “Cristina always make sure she pushes her students to the next level. It’s like she can see right through you when you want to slack off and pushes you even harder. Her classes revolve around different themes to incorporate exercises for both body and mind. She understands the insanity of urban lifestyle and transforms you through each yoga practice to a peaceful state. I’m grateful for her guidance each time especially when our early morning practices.”

    - Student

  • “ Cristina has a vibrant and warm energy that naturally transcends into her class. Her creative flow gives you a sense of joy in the practice and the space she creates for you to go deep leaves you feeling nourished and cared for. Thank you Christina! I look forward to many more classes with you.”

    — JULIAN

  • “ The moment I saw the mats & you began to sage saying “I’m a hippie at heart”, I knew I was in a good place. This has been my favourite yoga class in Hong Kong hands down, I felt like I was back home. Thank you for spreading your positivity, reminding me to “walk my talk” and be my best self.”

    — OLIVIA

  • “I have really enjoyed deepening my yoga practice with Cristina. She has not only enabled me to develop and strengthen my understanding of the physical aspects of yoga, but also the philosophical emotional and mental aspects. Although I have only known Cristina for a short time, I can sense that she is passionate, knowledgeable, open-hearted and one of those rare people with a gentle soul that carries immense strength - this is shown through her approach to teaching and to life. This year has been a challenging one for me as I have been going through several major life changes, but my yoga practice has really played a significant part in carrying me through. I look forward to continuing my journey to grow in peace, strength and gratitude with Cristina!”

    — Student

  • Cristina really knows the detail, the small hints and tips that help you build awareness of your body in each posture and get to that ‘eureka’ moment! I’ve never thought so much about how I stand, how I flow prana through the body but when you do it brings your experience to a whole new level. Cristina creates a simplicity in her teaching that helps you understand the core principles of each topic.

    Student

  • Besides being a strong and clear teacher Cristina really cares about her students, she makes sure you are balancing the effort of asana with good mindful practices, meditation, pranayama, study. I now actively see how her guidance has improved my practice; I can’t wait to keep developing my skills and re-focusing where I haven’t always embedded concept fully. There is always more to explore so I highly recommend getting Cristina to take you on that journey.

    Student