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Welcome to
Joy · Luck & Happiness
Your space for mindfulness, yoga & positivity.
Welcome! I'm Alexandra – yoga teacher, mindfulness trainer, and a person with a big heart.
I accompany you with lovingly designed yoga offerings, small impulses for everyday life and plenty of space for your inner voice.
🌸 My current offers:
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Yoga classes on site in Dänikon (between Zurich and Baden)
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Online yoga live via Zoom – simply join in from home
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Mini yoga videos + inspiring brochure – for your everyday practice
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Meditation seminar – time for you & your breath
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Book "Empower your mind with Positivity Always" – which I was envolved in editing.
Everything I share comes from experience, heart, and the desire to connect you with your own rhythm.
✨ Find your center – find yourself.
👉 Discover yoga now
👉 Request videos & brochure
👉 Learn more about the book
My Path to Yoga
For me, yoga is more than a practice—it's a journey that began quite unspectacularly. My husband gave me a yoga class for Christmas because I'd been curious for a long time. From the very first class, I felt how yoga enriched my life and gave me new strength.
I was particularly touched by the fact that I was able to inspire my 78-year-old mother-in-law to take up yoga. Since then, she feels more flexible, more relaxed, and her blood pressure has improved. This experience has shown me:
Yoga knows no age – it is suitable for everyone.
Inspired by these positive changes, I began training as a yoga therapist. I wanted to learn more about how yoga can strengthen body, mind, and soul in a holistic way. What I learned: It's not about perfection or flexibility, but about mindfulness and connecting with yourself.
I'm grateful for my mother-in-law, who showed me that it's never too late to start something new. My thanks also go to my husband, who supports me on this journey, and my yoga teacher Gisela Stauber, who has guided me with so much passion.
Today I would like to accompany you on your journey – with yoga, mindfulness and positive impulses that will help you find your own rhythm and inner peace.
About me
Alexandra Köhnlein
My Background & Training
I combine educational experience with therapeutic yoga knowledge:
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Certified yoga teacher with medical foundations (Institute for Complementary Therapy, IKT GmbH, Zurich)
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Special education teacher
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Primary school teacher
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Montessori teacher
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Therapy dog handler
Yoga in Different Areas of Life
I’ve had the opportunity to share yoga in many different settings and with people of all ages and backgrounds:
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In kindergarten
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In schools with teenage girls
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For teachers during lunch breaks
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In retirement homes
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In open group classes
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Online yoga sessions
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In one-on-one sessions
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In meditation and stress management seminars (with Gisela Stauber, Erika Schnetzer, Stefan Geisse)
My Heartfelt Mission
To me, yoga means:
🌸 arriving within yourself
🌸 feeling your breath
🌸 finding stillness
I gently guide people on their path toward greater inner balance, clarity, and well-being – regardless of age or physical ability.
“Everyone starts where they are, and what happens, happens.”
– T.K.V. Desikachar
I look forward to supporting you on your personal yoga journey.
Viniyoga
What is Viniyoga?
Viniyoga is an individual and therapeutic yoga method developed by T.K.V. Desikachar, the son of the renowned yoga master Krishnamacharya. The term “Viniyoga” comes from Sanskrit and means “appropriate application” or “adapted use.” The focus is on adapting yoga to the individual’s needs, abilities, and goals, rather than expecting the person to conform to a fixed yoga style.
The main principles of Viniyoga:
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Individualization: Each yoga practice is tailored to the physical and mental capacities of the individual. The goal is to make yoga accessible to everyone, regardless of age, fitness level, or health condition.
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Integration of breath and movement: The breath (Pranayama) plays a central role. Movements are always synchronized with the breath, which enhances awareness and inner calm.
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Step-by-step approach: The practice is built gradually to allow the body and mind to adapt gently and to develop correct technique. Safety and health are prioritized throughout the process.
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Therapeutic orientation: Viniyoga is often used in a therapeutic context to address specific physical, mental, or emotional challenges.
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Holistic perspective: In addition to Asana (postures) and Pranayama, meditation and philosophical aspects of yoga are included to bring body, mind, and soul into harmony.
Who is Viniyoga for?
Viniyoga follows the philosophy that yoga should be accessible to every person and is adapted to the individual’s unique needs – in the spirit of “Yoga for the person, not the person for yoga.”
“Yoga truly unfolds its full potential and depth when the practice is tailored to the individual, connecting closely with their wishes and circumstances.”
— Viveka 16, p. 5
The roots of Berlin Yoga
Center
The Berlin Yoga Center (BYZ) was founded by Imogen Dalmann and Martin Soder – two people who live and teach yoga with great mindfulness and depth. Both received intensive training over many years from TKV Desikachar, one of the most important yoga teachers of our time and the son of the legendary Sri Krishnamacharya, considered the father of modern yoga.
Desikachar imparted an understanding of yoga that is always oriented towards the individual—personal, therapeutic, and relevant to life. This philosophy lies at the heart of BYZ. Imogen and Martin passed on this knowledge with great care and dedication, transforming the center into a place where yoga can not only be practiced, but truly understood and experienced.
Today, the BYZ is known for its in-depth training in Viniyoga, for its combination of yoga and Western medicine, and for its mindful, respectful approach to each individual.
My course offerings
I look forward to hearing from you
Yoga in Dänikon Zurich
Anna Stuessi House
Oberdorfstrasse 3
8114 Dänikon
Monday: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm
Wednesday: 08.45 - 09.45 am
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
10-subscription: 220 CHF
Individual lesson: 30CHF
Yoga and meditation
Mindfulness seminar
Give yourself a break over the weekend.
Be completely with yourself, relax, and gain new strength for your everyday life.
Next appointment
November 22 and 23, 2025
Register quickly,
places are limited.
Yoga 60+
Regensdorf/
Bz Sonnhalde
Yoga for older adults – no prior experience necessary! Gentle physical and breathing exercises promote flexibility, well-being, and inner peace. Mindfulness is the focus – for greater balance in everyday life and a positive body image.
Thursday: 11:00 - 11:30 am
Yoga Online
Yoga whenever and wherever you want: With my online classes, you can practice with complete flexibility – live or via video on demand. Suitable for all levels, gentle movements and mindful breathing will bring you more peace and strength in your daily life.
10-subscription: 200 CHF
Individual lesson: 25 CHF
Individual yoga practice – tailored to you
I will create a personalized yoga practice for you that is precisely tailored to your wishes, needs, and life situation. Whether you're looking for more relaxation, increased flexibility, or stress relief – together we'll find the right exercises for your well-being.
Our topic in January - March
"Arriving, gathering and blossoming"
The first months of the year invite us to slow down, listen to our inner selves, and gather new strength.
Winter gives us peace and stability, spring gently awakens new energy and joy of life.
During this period from January to March, we consciously follow this natural path:
From arriving and grounding, through the mindful gathering of energy, to blossoming and realignment.
Conscious breathing and moments of silence create space –
for regeneration, inner balance and renewed lightness.
Not from the outside, but from within yourself.
This practice will help you to avoid feeling overwhelmed at the beginning of the year, but rather to see it as an invitation:
Listening to yourself, trusting your body, and letting joy grow step by step.
Next appointment
Saturday and Sunday 22 and 23 November 2025
Yoga and meditation seminar on the beautiful Lake Lucerne
Time for you. Rest for your soul.
Immerse yourself with us in a powerful retreat right on the beautiful Lake Lucerne – surrounded by nature, tranquility, and the healing energy of the moment.
In a mindful atmosphere you can expect:
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guided meditations
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gentle yoga for every level
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Impulses for inner alignment
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Time for retreat, encounters and new inspiration
Whether you want to find peace, new clarity, or simply reconnect with yourself – this seminar gives you space for exactly what you need right now.
💫 Be there – we look forward to seeing you!
Places are limited – register early.
With warm anticipation,
Gisela Stauber & Alexandra Köhnlein
Sometimes one thought is enough to change everything.
With the book “God did it.! Empower your mind with Positivity Always,” I want to encourage you to follow the path of trust and positive thoughts.
📖 God did it.! – Empower your mind with positivity always by P.A. King
This book is an invitation to transform your thinking and approach life with trust. It shares personal experiences, spiritual insights, and reminds you:
When you stay in faith and feed your thoughts with positivity, everything can change.
A book for everyone seeking hope, wanting to strengthen their inner faith, and consciously shape their lives – step by step, with heart and confidence.
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My vision
You can't describe the value of yoga, you have to experience it.
TKV Desikachar
My yoga vision is that you:
experience a time full of mindfulness
Have time and peace just for you
do something for your health
Find relaxation
learn to accept your limits
experience a time without effort
Feel exactly the way you are
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I look forward to hearing from You
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