Learn Yoga with Irene
Vinyasa Krama Yoga
Irene teaches Vinyasa Krama group classes at Tula Yogastudios in Amsterdam. Scroll down to see the schedule and read more about the different yoga sequences.
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Weekly Yoga Group Classes
Tuesdays
20:00 Yoga Asana Technique @ Tula Westerpark
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Saturdays
8:45 Vinyasa Krama @ Tula Westerpark​
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If you prefers a more personal touch, book a private yoga session—online or in person—for you or a group of friends or family, tailored to your goals and schedule.
What is Vinyasa Krama?
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Vinyasa Krama means flowing movement in steps or stages. In a Vinyasa Krama yoga class, you’ll be guided through set sequences of yoga poses developed carefully over several decades by the internationally renowned yoga teacher Matthew Sweeney.
Each set sequence has a unique style and energy, with the possibility of adapting parts of the sequence to best suit each individual. In Vinyasa Krama we balance consistency (practicing a relatively set sequence of yoga poses) with creativity and individual adaptation of the sequence to meet what you need and feel on a particular day.
Irene teaches the Moon Sequence, Sunshine Sequence, Pranayama, and Meditation. The Sunshine and Moon sequences from Vinyasa Krama are two complementary sequences that work well together to combine active and passive, dynamic and gentle, focused and releasing, yin and yang. By integrating the two opposites of Sun and Moon, you can find more balance in your body, breath, and mind.
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You can find out more about the Vinyasa Krama teaching principles and each yoga sequence below.
The Moon Sequence, Chandra Krama
The Moon Sequence is a slow vinyasa flow sequence that links movements and breath. The sequence includes hip openers, lateral stretches, seated and supine poses, and controlled backbends. ​
​Practical benefits
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Builds stability, flexibility and core strength.
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Calms the nervous system by focusing on slow coordinated movement linked to a steady breath.
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Restores balance and reduces tension.
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Increases range of motion in hips, spine, and shoulders.
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Improves sleep and recovery by promoting relaxation.
Teaching approach
Classes emphasise clear sequencing, posture alignment, breathing cues, and practical modifications so poses are easy to adapt for different levels. Each led class will have a slightly different focus and sometimes include different yoga poses from the sequence.
How to practice
This Moon Sequence is a great supportive yoga sequence to practice once or twice a week. It is a great practice to balance a more dynamic yoga practice like the Sunshine Sequence, or other active practices.
The Sunshine Sequence, Atapa Krama
A dynamic flowing vinyasa-based sequence linked by sun salutations that develops strength and mobility while remaining breath-focused and accessible.
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Develops strength in the core, legs, and upper body through strength-focused postures and transitions.
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Trains breath control and endurance by holding active poses for about five breaths while maintaining steady breathing.
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Improves flexibility and joint mobility via forward bends, hip and shoulder openers, and backbends.
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Improves stamina and coordination by holding active poses and linking them through continuous movement.
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Balances effort with recovery when paired with gentler practices like the Moon Sequence.
Teaching approach
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Classes follow a clear, repeatable progression adapted from Ashtanga Vinyasa but better scaled options that can be adapted to individual needs and goals.
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Cues emphasise breath pacing, practical alignment cues, and safe progressions that focus on strength and stability before flexibilty.
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Offers scalable options for you using props such as blocks, the wall, and jumps.
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How to practice
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Use your breath as your guide on how deep to go in the various yoga postures. Practice regularly to build strength, mobility and make progress in your practice. Alternate this dynamic practice 1-2 times per week with a gentler practices like the Moon Sequence. ​
Pranayama and Meditation
Structured breathing practices, and guided meditation to improve breathing, reduce stress, and support comfortable, sustained sitting.
Practical benefits
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Improves breathing capacity and mechanics for clearer, more efficient breath during yoga and daily life.
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Reduces stress and calms the nervous system through focused breathwork.
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Supports focus and mental clarity by using breathing as a direct route into meditation.
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Increases comfort in seated practice with targeted warm-ups and posture guidance.
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Enhances recovery and relaxation with restorative postures and guided relaxation techniques.
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Teaching approach
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Sequential learning: One foundational pranayama breathing technique introduced at a time and practised consistently.
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Adaptable instruction: Techniques and progressions adjusted to your capacity and needs.
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Integrated preparation: All yoga classes include gentle yoga warm-ups and posture coaching so sitting and breathing are comfortable.
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Practical cues: Emphasis on measurable, repeatable practice rather than abstract concepts.
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How to practice
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We start with short warm-ups to open hips and spine, then settle into an upright, supported seat.
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Learn a single pranayama breathing technique for a period of time to get familiar with it and be able to integrate practices into your daily routines.
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Use breathwork as a bridge into your meditation practice.
Vinyasa Krama Teaching Principles
A methodical, breath-led approach that prioritises safety, progressive sequencing, and practical skill development so you build strength, mobility, and steady attention over time.
Teaching principles
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Sequencing before intensity: Practice follows deliberate progressions with small, measurable steps that prepare the body and nervous system for each step.
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Breath as the primary guide: Movement and pace are matched to a steady, usable breath, not to extremes of range or speed.
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Accessibility and adaptation: Variations and props are offered so the same sequence can meet different bodies and goals.
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Consistency vs. creativity: Repeated, reliable patterns train skill, alignment, and resilience. While also allowing space for exploring creatively different versions and ways to adapt each sequence.
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Integration of body and mind: Physical technique supports clearer breathing and steadier attention, enabling effective meditation and recovery.​
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What students can expect
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Structured classes that repeat core sequences so progress is trackable and sustainable.
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Emphasis on breathing skills, posture preparation, and gradual increase in load or complexity.
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Practical tools—props, alternatives, and clear cues—to keep practice effective and injury-free.
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A balanced program where active sequences are paired with slower, restorative work to support recovery and longevity.​