Daphne Koken
“My mission is to guide, inspire and support you in fulfilling your potential.”
Yogini and owner of Yoga Nature Studio Maastricht
Born and raised in Limburg, Daphne moved to Amsterdam in 2000. Although she had already practiced yoga for a while, her practice deepened here and became an essential part of her daily life. As a busy marketer and avid world traveler, she returned to her mat daily to find inner peace and let her energy flow freely. Her life in the city was energetic and adventurous, but also challenging. Yoga became her way to find balance amidst the hustle and bustle. She completed teacher training programs in Amsterdam and abroad with teachers Shiva Rea, Simon Park, and Flo Dedame. With over 1500 hours of training and years of experience, she is one of the Netherlands' leading vinyasa teachers.
Experienced Vinyasa Teacher Trainer
For over 15 years, Daphne has been sharing vinyasa yoga through her energetic and creative classes. Her extensive study and dedication to the practice have ignited her passion to share the depth and richness of this transformative, full-spectrum discipline with others. Vinyasa yoga is rooted in the ancient wisdom of the Vedas and Tantras, and Daphne shares these teachings from the heart, in an accessible and down-to-earth way. Since 2017, she has done this through her own Living Vinyasa Teacher Training, in which she trains new teachers together with a team of guest instructors. She is passionate about sharing her years of experience, inspiring teachers to discover their true nature. Daphne has now guided hundreds of people on their path to teaching, and she continues to do so with great dedication and joy.
Coach for Yoga Teachers
As an intuitive coach, Daphne's mission is to guide, inspire, and support yoga teachers in reaching their full potential. She helps people connect more deeply with their visions, goals, talents, and passions. Through personal coaching sessions, embodiment practices, goal-setting, and constructive feedback, she offers a clear and supportive path to growth.
Nature Lover – Back to the Roots
Nature has always been a central theme in Daphne's life. Growing up in a village, where she cared for dogs and horses, she developed a deep love and respect for nature. The elements of nature and the cycles of the sun and moon inspire her teachings, retreats, and training programs. As a passionate traveler, Daphne finds renewal and creativity in nature.
In 2022, Daphne returned to her roots. She now lives on a farmhouse surrounded by nature, with her border collie, Jay. She is the founder of Yoga Nature Studio Maastricht and the lead trainer of its "Living Vinyasa" training program.