Daniela Kosmalski Yoga
Welcome and Namaste!
Meet Daniela Kosmalski
Daniela Kosmalski is an experienced yoga teacher based in Santa Cruz, California, devoted to sharing the transformative practices of Ashtanga Yoga, meditation, and mindful movement.
Her yoga journey began in Brazil in 1996 and has evolved through decades of dedicated study, practice, and teaching.
Over the years, Daniela has traveled regularly to Mysore, India, to study with Sharath Jois, deepening her understanding of the traditional Ashtanga Yoga method while continuing her exploration of yoga philosophy and its practical application in daily life.
These experiences continue to inspire her approach, which honors both the discipline of the practice and its ability to support a balanced, meaningful life.
Bem-vindo(a)! Namastê!
Conheça Daniela Kosmalski
Daniela é professora de yoga e vive em Santa Cruz, Califórnia. Sua paixão é compartilhar o poder transformador do Ashtanga Yoga, da meditação e do movimento consciente, ajudando pessoas a encontrarem mais equilíbrio, presença e bem-estar em suas vidas.
Sua jornada começou no Brasil, em 1996, e desde então tem sido construída por décadas de estudo, prática dedicada e ensino contínuo.
Ao longo dos anos, Daniela viajou regularmente para Mysore, na Índia (berço do Ashtanga Yoga) para estudar com Sharath Jois, aprofundando sua compreensão do método tradicional e expandindo seus estudos em filosofia do yoga e sua aplicação prática no dia a dia.
Essas experiências moldam e inspiram sua forma de ensinar, que honra tanto a disciplina da prática quanto sua capacidade de promover uma vida mais equilibrada, consciente e significativa.
Para Daniela, o yoga é muito mais do que uma prática física: é um caminho de autoconhecimento, transformação e conexão consigo mesmo e com o mundo ao redor.
More info/Registration: yogasantacruz@live.com
Classes & Programs
Daniela offers a variety of classes designed to meet students at different stages of their practice. From Mysore-style and guided Ashtanga classes to beginner-friendly introductory courses, her teaching emphasizes breath awareness, healthy alignment, strength, mobility, and self-discovery.
Workshops & Special Events
Throughout the year, Daniela hosts workshops, immersions, and special events that allow students to explore yoga beyond the daily practice. These offerings often include collaborations with respected teachers and opportunities for deeper study, reflection, and connection.
Retreats & Wellness Experiences
Passionate about creating spaces for transformation and community, Daniela leads retreats that combine yoga, meditation, nature, and meaningful connection. Her retreats are designed to help participants step away from daily distractions, reconnect with themselves, and cultivate greater well-being.
In-Person & Online Practice
To support students wherever they are, Daniela offers both in-person classes at her Santa Cruz shala and online options, making it possible to maintain a consistent practice from anywhere.
NOW AVAILABLE
Guided Meditations: Download & Practice Anytime
I am happy to share a collection of gentle, easy-to-follow guided meditations now available for download.
These recordings are inspired by the teachings of Vedanta and Yoga, and are designed as a simple invitation to pause, turn inward, and rest in the quiet presence of your own heart.
You will get a M4A (5MB) file
Teaching Philosophy
Daniela believes that yoga is much more than a physical practice: it is a lifelong path of self-awareness, growth, and inner balance.
She values a teacher-student relationship rooted in trust, respect, and shared learning, encouraging students to develop confidence in their own practice rather than dependence on a teacher.
Her goal is to provide students with tools they can carry into everyday life, helping them build a sustainable personal practice that supports long-term health, resilience, and well-being.
