The Flow Foundry

In this episode of The Flow Foundry, we sit down with David Somers, an Antwerp-based yoga teacher and founder of Studio Surya.

David grew up with yoga through his father, began meditating and practising asana as a teenager, and eventually committed fully to the practice after a pivotal class at 19. In 2005, he travelled to Kerala to train with the Sivananda Foundation, after which he began teaching, developing an intuitive approach that continues to shape his classes today.

We talk about the difference between knowing yoga and living it, teaching without relying on scripts, the role of men in yoga, and David’s vision for a more connected and collaborative yoga community in Antwerp.

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In this Flow Foundry podcast episode, the host interviews Rocket Yoga teacher Sep Breesch about his background, yoga journey, and Rocket Yoga's lineage. Sep shares his varied work history, including running a bouldering gym from 2005–2022, and how he got hooked on yoga in 2014, later completing a yoga-for-climbers training in 2019 and many trainings since. He traces Rocket Yoga's origins to Larry Schultz in 1980s San Francisco, an Ashtanga-based system adapted for Western bodies and greater freedom, with the name "Rocket" popularized by the Grateful Dead's Bob Weir; Sep also traces his own lineage through Rocket teacher David Kyle. The conversation covers Rocket teacher trainings (a 50-hour level one, and level two for advanced transitions), the community and intensity around the practice — including the "Rocket barbecue" — the importance of Sanskrit and honoring yoga's roots, teaching challenges and burnout, advice to teach less and prioritize financial stability, and practical tips for overcoming fear in inversions through safe exits and gradual training.

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In deze aflevering gaan we in gesprek met Charlotte Goris, stem- en presentatiecoach en auteur van het boek Zeg dat wel, over een vaak onderschatte maar essentiële tool van elke yogaleerkracht: de stem.

Charlotte vertelt hoe ze vanuit logopedie haar weg vond naar stem- en presentatiecoaching en legt uit waarom zoveel beroepssprekers — waaronder yogadocenten — stemklachten ontwikkelen.

Je ontdekt onder andere:

• waarom luid spreken niet hetzelfde is als een dragende stem
 • hoe toonhoogte, spanning en ademhaling je stem beïnvloeden
 • waarom articulatie, mondruimte en buiksteun belangrijk zijn tijdens het lesgeven
 • hoe kortere zinnen en bewust ademen helpen om je stem te sparen
 • welke alarmsignalen je beter niet negeert, zoals heesheid en stemvermoeidheid
 • én praktische tips rond stemopwarming, herstel en dagelijkse stemverzorging — van liptrils en Lax Vox tot slaap, stemrust en hydratatie.

Een praktische en verhelderende aflevering voor yogaleerkrachten, facilitators en iedereen die professioneel met zijn of haar stem werkt.

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In this episode of The Flow Foundry, I sit down with Annette Wieland, a yoga teacher whose journey into the practice wasn’t born from curiosity, but from necessity.

At 26, in the middle of a demanding life, Annette was diagnosed with cancer. What followed wasn’t just a physical healing process, but a complete transformation of how she related to her body, her mind, and her life.

Through yoga, nutrition, and deep inner work, she began to rebuild herself. Slowly, consciously, and with intention.

This conversation is an invitation to look beyond the asana practice and explore what yoga can truly become when life asks more from you.

We talk about:

•  Navigating sickness and the early signs we often ignore 
•  Yoga as a tool for healing: physically, mentally, emotionally 
•  The reality of being a full-time teacher and a mother 
•  Letting go of perfection in your practice and teaching 
•  Finding spirituality not just in the mind, but in the body 

This episode is raw, honest, and deeply human, a reminder that sometimes, our greatest challenges become our greatest teachers.

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What does it really take to stay devoted to teaching yoga for over a decade, while juggling a full-time career, creative ambitions, and life’s constant evolution?

In this episode of The Flow Foundry, we sit down with Kim De Becker, a yoga teacher whose 10-year journey is anything but linear. From stepping onto the mat at just 14 through contemporary dance, to exploring a wide range of trainings from vinyasa in Antwerp to yin in Portugal, pregnancy yoga, and Awakening Yoga, Kim has continuously shaped her own unique way of teaching.

But what makes her story truly compelling isn’t just what she’s learned, it’s how she teaches.

Rather than rigidly following sequences, Kim embraces fluidity. She leaves space in her classes to respond to the energy in the room, crafting experiences that feel alive, rhythmic, and intentional. Her approach? Keep it simple, anchor it in a clear message, and let real life be the inspiration.

We dive into:

•  How she found her voice as a teacher (and why it took time) 
•  The tension between authenticity and social media 
•  Why 'community' is at the heart of her practice 
•  And her vision for helping other teachers through future workshops 

We also get a glimpse of what’s coming next, including the Antwerp Yoga Festival celebrating ADM's fifth anniversary.

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In deze aflevering van The Flow Foundry praten we met Saskia Haudenhuyse over het belang en de verrijking van trauma-sensitief lesgeven. Vanuit haar expertise als gecertificeerd TRE® provider en trauma-informed teacher, deelt ze hoe een trauma-bewuste benadering yogadocenten kan ondersteunen in het creëren van veilige, inclusieve en gedragen lessen.

We verkennen wat trauma-sensitief lesgeven in de praktijk betekent en hoe kleine, bewuste keuzes in taal, suggesties van poses en begeleiding een groot verschil kunnen maken voor de ervaring van je studenten. Saskia deelt daarbij praktische tips en concrete inzichten die je meteen kan toepassen, en laat zien hoe deze manier van werken je lesgeven net kan verdiepen en verrijken, zonder dat het beperkend hoeft te zijn.

Deze aflevering is waardevol voor elke yogadocent die zijn of haar lessen wil verdiepen, bewuster wil omgaan met veiligheid in de groep en yoga wil aanbieden op een manier die zowel fysiek als mentaal ondersteunend is.

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In this episode of The Flow Foundry, we sit down with Lewis McNairy, international yoga teacher, fitness and life coach, and the founder of Warrior Flow. Lewis shares the human experiences that shaped his unique approach to movement, teaching, and leadership.

We explore how his background in the military, combined with yoga, dance, and music, led to the creation of a practice that goes far beyond physical strength. Lewis speaks candidly about resilience, navigating life’s challenges, and the importance of staying joyful, real, and embodied as a teacher.

Together, we dive into what it truly means to guide rather than instruct, from teaching with clear intention and mindful adjustments, to cultivating community and presence on and off the mat.

This conversation is honest, grounded, and deeply inspiring, offering valuable insights for both new and experienced yoga teachers who want to teach from lived experience, not performance.

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In this episode, I sit down with Nicolas, a 27-year-old former legal consultant who recently said goodbye to corporate life and committed to becoming a yoga teacher. Nicolas shares how it only took six months to feel something was off in his career, but four years to fully “cut the cord.” His philosophy is simple and powerful: if it doesn’t feel right, move. You're not a tree.

We talk about how yoga entered his life less than a year ago and immediately felt like a missing piece: a space without performance, comparison, or ego. Coming from intense environments like CrossFit and corporate culture, Nicolas describes yoga as the first place where softness felt allowed and where he could finally listen to what his body needed, not just what his mind wanted.

Nicolas opens up about a challenging mental and physical health journey, including depression, an ADHD diagnosis, later discovering autism, and experiencing heart issues that led to surgery. 

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In this episode we delve into the personal and professional journey of Mounira, a seasoned yoga teacher and yoga therapist. From her beginnings in finance to stumbling upon yoga, Mounira shares her path and passion for teaching, healing, and connecting with people. The discussion covers the distinctions between teaching yoga and yoga therapy, the importance of staying true to oneself, and navigating the challenges of the modern influencer-driven wellness industry. Mounira also offers valuable advice for new yoga teachers and insights into how the yoga industry has evolved over the past two decades.

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In this episode we welcome Laurenz, the owner of Atelier Du Mon (ADM), a yoga studio in Antwerp. They delve into Laurenz' journey from dancer to psychologist to yoga teacher and studio owner. Laurenz shares insights on the challenges of teaching yoga, transitioning into owning a studio, and the evolving landscape of yoga teacher training. The conversation touches on the importance of finding a mentor, maintaining a personal practice through life's ups and downs, and building a supportive community. The episode also explores the future direction of yoga practices, blending traditional and modern approaches.

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Disclaimer:
In this episode, we discuss  Simon Park. We want to emphasize that we are not taking a stance — either for or against — until all facts are known.

Laurenz and ADM have temporarily suspended our collaborations with Simon Park until more information becomes available.
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