Piret Kasak
Teacher
Introduction
As an aerobics instructor, she was initially drawn more to the physical aspects of yoga—such as good flexibility and a strong physique.
Piret explored various styles of yoga as a practitioner, yet she felt a certain restlessness within; her body and soul were searching for something else. This led to a period of reflection and the study of yoga-related literature.
In 2013, she discovered AcroYoga at a yoga festival and was immediately captivated. A year later, she decided to begin teaching classes.
This marked the start of Piret Kasak’s journey as a yoga instructor. She refrained from calling herself a “teacher” (or “yoga teacher”), feeling that she had not yet earned the title—especially since she did not fully grasp the implications of committing herself to teaching yoga.
In AcroYoga, the practice of yoga postures plays a significant role, as do presence and focus.
The first step had been taken; Piret felt as though she had turned a new page in her life. She had long been searching for a form of yoga that truly resonated with her, until she discovered the Estonian Yoga Association. She also notes how wonderful it is that one can study yoga in Estonia, in the Estonian language.
Piret is a member of the Estonian Yoga Association, a yoga instructor, and a yoga teacher certified by the EUY (European Union of Yoga). Completed training:
1999 – Fitness/Group Exercise Instructor (Estonian Gymnastics Federation / later Estonian Olympic Committee) – certification not renewed
2003 – AEA Instructor (Aquatic Exercise Association – International Water Aerobics Instructor) – active and valid
2004–2007 – Various dance-related training programs at the Estonian Dance Agency (ETA) focused on working with children
2010 – Reiki Level I and II Practitioner (Instructor: Jaan Jääts)
2011 – Shiki Method Instructor (Instructor: Hiawa Kawahara); 2012 – Shindo Stretching Assistant (Instructors: Kadri Pettai and Kazuko Kuratomi)
2012–2013 – Yogafunc Instructor Training at Tallinn Ashtanga Yoga (Instructor: Jocke Salokorpi)
2015 – Short-course training for AcroYoga instructors
2016 – 60-hour Yoga Training (Instructors: Eneli Jääger and Silja Siller)
2017 – 50-hour Yin Yoga Foundation Training, Yoga Alliance (Instructor: Pille Eikner)
2018 – 50-hour Yin Yoga Advanced Training, Yoga Alliance (Instructor: Pille Eikner)
2019 – 50-hour Hatha Yoga Foundation Training (Instructor: Pille Eikner)
2020 – Thai Massage Course and Advanced Thai Massage Course (Estonian School of Massage and Therapy)
2023 – 500-hour Yoga Teacher certification (Estonian Yoga Association)
2023 – 400-hour Yoga Therapist certification (Estonian Yoga Association)
Studies are ongoing, with a completion date in 2026.
Contact
- Email: joogakool.mtu@gmail.com