About
Sofia Sherocka: Yoga Teacher and Flexibility Coach
Movement is my life's language, but my approach to coaching is built on logic, structure and real physical progress.
From ballet to arm balances
My path didn't start on a yoga mat. With a background in ballet, jazz and salsa, I spent years in stage performance and movement, and began teaching in 2013. In 2014, after my flexibility in ballet exercises hit a plateau, I turned to yoga looking for greater body control. What drew me in instantly was the challenge of arm balances, the ultimate test of strength, coordination and active flexibility.
Over the years I immersed myself in dedicated practice, from Aṣṭāṅga to Haṭha yoga, before finding complete freedom in Vinyāsa. Today my method is built on Krama Vinyāsa, an intelligent approach to sequencing where every movement has a purpose and systematically prepares the body for peak poses, without unnecessary strain or risk of injury.
The method: science meets tradition
I blend modern sports science with traditional yogic knowledge.
You won't find generic routines or vague instructions here. Whether you are working on deep flexibility, your first handstand or advanced arm balances, the focus is on precise alignment, diagnostic movement analysis and clear cues that work on the spot.
Linguist and Sanskrit student
Beyond movement, I am a linguist and translator, with a degree in Hungarian and Spanish from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences in Zagreb. My obsession with precision extends to my ongoing study of Sanskrit, alongside a lifelong fascination with Vedic culture, Jungian psychology and the process of individuation. I bring that same depth and patience to every student I coach.
Whether you are a complete beginner looking for a safe foundation or an experienced movement professional levelling up your skills, my goal is simple: to help you move better, reach your physical potential and fall in love with the process.
Education and certificates
My certificates are issued under my Croatian name, Sofija Široka. Click one to see it in full.
- 2013started teaching movement
- 2020started teaching yoga
- 300 hoursyoga teacher training
- 30 hoursarm balances and inversions
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2021 · Yoga Academy Zagreb (DharmaWay)
300-hour Yoga Teacher Training
Hatha Vinyasa and Hatha-Raja yoga, level Yoga Instructor. Yoga Alliance recognises 200 of the 300 hours (RYS 200 school).
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2023 · Yogi Flight School
Arm Balances and Inversions
30 hours of continuing education with lead trainer Nathania Stambouli, from a Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider (YACEP).
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Sanskrit Sense
Complete Sanskrit Pronunciation
An online course in Sanskrit pronunciation with Nityananda Dasa.
- Degree A degree in Hungarian and Spanish from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences in Zagreb.
- Now Studying Fundamentals of Sanskrit Grammar at the same faculty.
My values
I value your time
Every session starts exactly on the minute. If you trust me with your time, I'm fully committed to making every minute count.
Radical honesty
I don't make empty promises or sell quick fixes. Yet my students regularly go beyond what they believed was physically possible.
Leading by example
Discipline isn't a punishment. It's the way to freedom. I practice what I teach, so you can discover the joy of putting in the work and swimming against the current.
Meticulous attention to detail
I notice more than a misaligned joint. I also notice the emotional signals that surface during practice. I respect your boundaries and lead with kindness, while still nudging you out of your comfort zone so you can give your best.
Grounded in a busy reality
As an entrepreneur balancing several creative careers, I know what a packed schedule and a restless mind feel like. Bringing you fully into the present moment is where every session begins.
Train with Sofia
Start with the online community, or apply for private coaching if you'd like one-on-one guidance.