Here are a few of the instructors we have booked for this event, with more being added in the coming weeks…
Yoga Instructors
Stine Hegre
Stine began her yoga journey in 2009 after completing her first yoga teacher training. Since 2012, she has been a full-time yoga instructor. Stine holds certificates in various yoga disciplines, including Vinyasa, Rocket, Yin, Restorative, Yoganidra, pre and postnatal yoga, Acro Yoga, and Breath Work. She has had the privilege of learning from outstanding teachers worldwide, drawing inspiration from each of them.
Stine's approach to yoga is non-dogmatic, emphasizing the importance of empowering individuals to connect with their own bodies rather than striving for perfection. Her teaching philosophy revolves around personal practice, putting the focus on the practitioner's journey rather than the instructor's.
Her classes are known for their creativity, flow, and challenges, while always offering room for personalization. Students have the freedom to modify and tailor their practice to suit their needs. Stine is enthusiastic about the prospect of sharing transformative experiences with like-minded individuals once again. She looks forward to welcoming you to the practice.
Sebastian Brosche
Sebastian Brosche, a Swedish-born Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt, gained recognition not only for his accomplishments in grappling but also for his profound journey into yoga.
Despite starting with judo at a young age, he transitioned to grappling because he found Brazilian jiu-jitsu more aligned with his preferences for technique and flexibility over brute strength.
By 2011, years of judo and jiu-jitsu had left Brosche with severe back pain. It was during this time that he met Stine Hegre, who introduced him to yoga. Embracing yoga not only improved his overall health but also enhanced his grappling skills significantly.
Throughout his journey, Brosche continued to excel in both jiu-jitsu and yoga, eventually achieving his black belt in December 2016.
Motivated by the positive impact of yoga on his life and grappling, Sebastian and Stine launched "Yoga for BJJ," an innovative online platform that combined yoga and jiu-jitsu to help grapplers improve their performance and overall well-being. This initiative marked a significant contribution to the global grappling community.
Helena Rosenthal
At 19, Helena embraced Ashtanga Vinyasa, leading her to the KPJAYI school in India in 2008. By 2014, her mentor Sharath Jois awarded her a level 2 authorization. For over a decade, she instructed in São Paulo, including at her own shala, Ashtanga Pitanga, and guest-taught across Portugal, France, and Germany. In 2016, Helena transitioned to London, directing the Mysore program at Triyoga Chelsea for three years before studying under Gregor Maehle in Bali. In 2019, she relocated to Valencia to advance her practice and soon settled in Mallorca.
Apart from her consistent Ashtanga workshops and online classes, Helena passionately intertwines her love for music, particularly in Kirtans—Sanskrit chanting sessions complemented by musical instruments. Helena views practice as pivotal in nurturing relationships with oneself, time, and others.
IG @helena_rosenthal
Jelena Lieberberg
Jelena began her yoga journey at 12 with a Croatian book from her mother. After roles as a German TV presenter and singer, she pursued her first yoga teacher training in 2009. Now based in Berlin, Jelena is a renowned Yoga instructor, Writer, Naturopath, and Speaker. She's known for her unique KICK ASS YOGA style, teaching workshops and personal sessions across Europe. Her debut book on this style was published in 2017. Trained as a Naturopath (Heilpraktikerin) in 2012, she delved into holistic therapies including the Dorn/Breuss method, Tibetan Massage, and Hypno-Therapy. Catering to Yogis, athletes, and movers alike, she emphasizes yogic 'mobility' and alignment. Her latest bilingual book, KICK ASS ASANAS, is available on Amazon.
Lillia and Peter with Our Yoga Mind
Lilla from Hódmezővásárhely Hungary and Peter from Nyíregyháza Hungary, are the founders of Our Yoga Mind. Their mission is to create transformational and mindful yoga experiences where they encourage you to cultivate a deeper connection with your true self, with others and with nature’s elements. Since completing their yoga teacher training in Rishikesh, India in 2018, yoga became their spiritual, mental and physical guidance towards a more conscious and healthier lifestyle. They integrate science and spirituality in their teachings, promoting a holistic approach for better quality of life and overall well-being. Over the past 5 years they have been passionately sharing their diverse knowledge on the island of Mallorca and online through Hatha, Partner- and Acro-, SUP Yoga, Breathwork-, Meditation and Inside Flow Classes, Moon Ceremonies, Connection and Sacred Circles, Retreats and 1:1 Mentoring Sessions. Website: www.ouryogamind.com
Some of the class descriptions to expect are Inside Flow (advanced), full moon ceremony (yes there is a full moon that week!, ecstatic breathwork and master you Asana.
Angela Selivanova
Angela Selivanova, originally from Daugavpils, Latvia, delved into the world of yoga in 2005 and embarked on her teaching journey in 2010. Currently, she shares her expertise at Bodhana Yoga Studio in Portals Nous, Mallorca.
Her transformative experience with yoga began with teacher training under Paul Dallaghan at www.samahitaretreat.com. Since then, yoga has become Angela's compass, guiding her spiritually, mentally, and physically towards a conscious and healthier lifestyle. In her teachings, Angela seamlessly blends the science and spirituality of yoga, advocating for a holistic approach to enhance overall well-being.
Annually journeying to India from 2011 to 2020, Angela studied and practiced with renowned figures such as R. Sharath Jois (https://sharathjois.com/), Ajay Kumar (http://sthalam8.com/), and Vinay Kumar (http://pranavashya.com). In 2017, she completed the Vinay Kumar yoga teacher training in India.
Since 2010, Angela has been imparting her yoga wisdom through classes in philosophy, Pranayama, meditation circles, retreats, and mentoring sessions. Her emphasis is on fostering deeper connections with oneself, others, and nature.
.Whether on the mat practicing or guiding others, Angela's commitment to yoga is unwavering. In Spring 2024, she will lead primarily advanced classes, offering Vinyasa yoga to students of all abilities.
Tao and Eve - Acro Yoga
Originally from Mallorca, Tao lives on the island and comes from the hatha and iyengar yoga, with a certification in India. From France, and now living on the island, Eve plays and explore various yoga practices since a decade, giving regular retreats in France and Mallorca.
They met acro yoga together and fall in love with the practice.
Besides the flow style, they explores all the acrobatics options such as Icarians, whips and standing acro.
After few years, they started to give regular classes to the mallorquin community and in festivals. Together, they co-founded the first Acro House residency opening in march 2024.
Their passion for acro yoga stems from its boundless potential for playfulness, a journey they find endlessly captivating.
Beyond physicality, acroyoga becomes a profound teacher a profound teacher, seamlessly blending strength and flexibility to offer lessons for both body and mind. Acro yoga is a connection to the joyful spirit of childhood
Mirjam
From childhood, Mirjam has been deeply spiritual, influenced by her parents' yoga practices and teachings from Paramahansa Yogananda. Her immersion in Bhakti Yoga Teacher Training in her 20s fused her spiritual journey with her vocal talent, having sung professionally in a German choir since age 9. Through singing and devotion, she believes one can transcend mental barriers and tap into inner wisdom. Mirjam's sessions teach attendees to harmonize with their inner voices and release emotional blockages using the power of ancient mantras.
Over the years, she's enriched her spiritual journey by attending gatherings, festivals, and Ashrams in Germany and India. Rather than adhere strictly to one lineage, Mirjam emphasizes personal guidance. Additionally, she operates a business supporting conscious events across Germany, Switzerland, and now resides in Mallorca during the European winter.
Website: www.sacredspace.es
Instagram: @sacredspace.es
BJJ Instructors
Mauricio Gomes
Mauricio began training in Jiu-Jitsu at just four years of age. His father, who was a brown belt, started his journey and took him to classes at João Alberto Barreto’s academy.
As a teenager, Mauricio began training with the legendary Rolls Gracie. Under Rolls' guidance, he became a highly successful competitor and won the absolute division of the Rio de Janeiro State Championships in 1981. Shortly after this victory Rolls would award Mauricio his black belt. Mauricio continued training with Rolls until his tragic death in 1982.
Through his close ties with the Gracie family, Mauricio met Reila Gracie, the daughter of Carlos Gracie Sr. The two married and, although their relationship didn't last, they had a son, Roger Gracie. Roger would go on to become a ten-time World Champion and is widely recognised as being the greatest Jiu-Jitsu competitor of all time.
Dan Strauss
ADCC European champion
NAGA European champion
British open champion
English open weight and absolute champion
Grapplenation heavyweight champion
Quintet 1 champion
Polaris, EBI, ADCC veteran.
Founder / Host of the Raspberry Ape Podcast
Clark Gracie
Clark Gracie was born on the 17th of July, 1984 in Solano County, California – United States of America, but grew up in-between San Francisco and Rio de Janeiro. He is the grandson of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu founder Carlos Gracie (senior) and son of another grappling legend – Carley Gracie.
From a very young age, Clark Gracie was inspired by his father and family members to train and compete in Jiu-Jitsu. Always seeking for the best training possible to improve his own game, Clark moved to San Diego where he joined the Revolution Team led by Rodrigo Medeiros. At RT Clark found some of the toughest training partners in the region which helped him develop as a martial artist. During this period Clark Gracie became well known in North America’s Grappling circuit winning several important tournaments at a national and international level, always under the guidance of his father.
After a sequence of great results by Clark Gracie, he was awarded his well deserved black belt on May 2010 from the hands of his father Carley Gracie in a ceremony held at the BJJ Revolution Team academy.
He currently runs his school Clark Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy and affiliates from San Diego California
Main Achievements: (Black Belt)
1st Place IBJJF Pans Championship (2013)
1st Place IBJJF World Championship NoGi (2018 Master 1)
1st Place UAEJJF US National Pro (2015)
1st Place UAEJJF Grand Slam, TYO (2015)
1st Place IBJJF American Nationals (2010)
2nd Place IBJJF World Championship NoGi (2012)
3rd Place IBJJF World Championship (2011)
3rd Place IBJJF Pans Championship (2011)
Ross Nicholls
Head Instructor of London Grapple BJJ school
ADCC European Trials Champion (2018)
Notable wins over the likes of Nathan Orchard and Gianni Grippo.
IBJJF British No-Gi National Champion (2017)
Welsh Invitational Champion (2017)
Grapple Nation Champion (2015)
Grapple 4 Glory Champion (2015)
IBJJF London Winter Open Champion (2017)
IBJJF British No-Gi Nationals 2nd Place (2016)
UAEJJF Grand Slam LDN 3rd Place (2016/2017)
Sebastian Brosche
Sebastian Brosche, a Swedish-born Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt, gained recognition not only for his accomplishments in grappling but also for his profound journey into yoga.
Despite starting with judo at a young age, he transitioned to grappling because he found Brazilian jiu-jitsu more aligned with his preferences for technique and flexibility over brute strength.
By 2011, years of judo and jiu-jitsu had left Brosche with severe back pain. It was during this time that he met Stine Hegre, who introduced him to yoga. Embracing yoga not only improved his overall health but also enhanced his grappling skills significantly.
Throughout his journey, Brosche continued to excel in both jiu-jitsu and yoga, eventually achieving his black belt in December 2016.
Motivated by the positive impact of yoga on his life and grappling, Sebastian and Stine launched "Yoga for BJJ," an innovative online platform that combined yoga and jiu-jitsu to help grapplers improve their performance and overall well-being. This initiative marked a significant contribution to the global grappling community.
Main Achievements:
IBJJF World Champion (2010** purple)
IBJJF European Open Champion (2011 purple, 2010 blue)
UAEJJF World Pro Trials Champion (2011 purple)
IBJJF European Open Championship Runner-up (2015 brown)
IBJJF World Championship 3rd Place (2014/2013 brown)
IBJJF European Open Championship 3rd Place (2015* brown)
UAEJJF World Pro Championship 3rd Place (2013 brown)
Natalie Day
Natalie is from Oxford, England and is the first female in the UK to independently own & solo run her own jiu jitsu academy, GROW JIU JITSU, where she has been coaching for the last 10 years.
She also runs an innovative jiu jitsu events company, GROW EVENTS.
Natalie is investing in the future of UK jiu Jitsu by offering the UK’s first official apprenticeship programme for young people who are looking to make jiu jitsu their full time career.
Natalie is the first female black belt under Mauricio Gomes & is current European champion.
-2023 Gold European Champion Brown Belt Gi
-2019 Silver world champion purple belt NOGI
-2017 Bronze world champion blue belt GI
Growjiujitsu.com
Instagram @growjiujitsu
Instagram @growevents
Jon Thomas
Jon Thomas is a renowned Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and instructor, acclaimed for his achievements in the BJJ international circuit. He trained under Romero Cavalcanti and Lucas Lepri and has a successful career as a competitor and coach, particularly at Valhalla Jiu-Jitsu in Sweden.
Thomas, nicknamed "Macarrão" for his flexible, lanky style, descends from a prestigious BJJ lineage tracing back to Carlos and Helio Gracie through his mentors Lucas Lepri and Romero Cavalcanti. Known for his Toreando Pass, he competes in the Peso Pena division (70 kg / 154.5 lbs).
IBJJF Miami Spring Open Champion (2017)
IBJJF Atlanta Open Champion (2014)
IBJJF Paris Open Champion (2016)
IBJJF Poznan Open Champion (2016)
IBJJF Munich Open Champion (2016)
IBJJF Boca Raton Open Champion (2015)
IBJJF World Champion (2009 purple, 2011 brown)
IBJJF Pan Champion (2007 blue, 2009 purple, 2011 brown)
Chris “Kit” Macken
Chris, a brown belt from the UK, is an active competitor at the pinnacle of the sport, recently securing a victory in his Polaris debut match using a leg lock. His classes will focus exclusively on leg techniques, covering setups, entries, counters, and finishes. Even for those less interested in leg locks, understanding escapes is essential. And the best way to master escapes? Reverse-engineering the system. Welcome to the Leg Lock Lab.
Joe Notebaert - Complete beginner BJJ Classes - Festival Organizer
Joe Notebaert is the founder of the Mallorca BJJ and Yoga Festival and also serves as the head instructor at Mallorca BJJ, a school located in Palma and El Toro, Mallorca. He is a black belt under Cesar Lima, an honor approved by Roger Gracie. Joe was a Masters World Champion in both Purple and Brown belts in 2013 and 2017, and the European NOGI purple champion in 2013.
Originally from Phoenix, Arizona, USA, Joe worked in the finance industry and relocated to London in 2008 following the economic crash. Beginning anew, he ventured into the realm of business travel, initially working as an agent before establishing his own business travel company. In 2016, he settled in Mallorca. Given his background in travel, combined with his passion for BJJ and Yoga, and his residence in a paradisiacal island setting, the fusion of these worlds was a natural evolution.
During the festival week, Joe ensures everything runs smoothly (as possible) . In addition to his managerial duties, he also offers an "Intro to BJJ" class designed exclusively for beginners. This class provides an overview of BJJ, sets expectations for a first class, covers objectives, and introduces a few basic positions, concluding with a Q&A session.
Other instructors and teachers - Other seminars
Simon Kenion Shears
Welcoming author, philosopher, amateur arm wrestler, and fitness coach Simon Kenion Shears to the Spring festival where he’ll be giving 3 talks with Q&A over the 5 days.
In 2022, he published ‘Working [it] Out: What actually makes us exercise?” In the book, he dismisses widely held dogmas on ‘motivation’ and ‘self-discipline’ and offers a new perspective on exercise, redefining how we think about emotions like ‘effort’ and ‘laziness’. By examining exercise through the lens of evolutionary psychology, he argues that running on a treadmill to go nowhere or lifting weights without building anything, are neither peculiar nor unnatural and that we can decode our seemingly strange exercise habits by connecting them to just a few underlying biological motives.
Whilst writing the book, Simon also wrote a health and fitness column for the Majorca Daily Bulletin newspaper. After its publication in 2022, he decided to put his research to the test and, in January 2023, founded Fresh Fitness Clubs- a rapidly growing outdoor fitness business, helping more people make exercise a habit.
Lastly, if you really want to dive in deep before the talks check out the Raspberry Ape Podcast episode 107 with its fantastic host and festival professor Daniel Strauss.
Daniel Vivas - Arm Wrestling
Daniel is an arm wrestling coach and competitor most recently winning the bronze at the Arnold Classic in Madrid. He will be giving 2 seminars during the week and also running some fun “beat the champ” games where you can have a go against him. He´ll be bringing 2 arm wrestling tables for the seminars and they´ll stay their for the duration of the festival to have a go with friends.
Daniel is from Zaragoza Spain and currently lives in Mallorca and when he is not pulling arms off he works full time as a helicopter pilot for the National Police
Instagram: @daniel_armpower
Luke Wills - Wim Hof
Wim Hof Method - Oxygen Advantage - Art of Breath
Luke, raised in Mallora with British parents, search for self improvement led him to travel the world to train with some of the best trainers in their fields and has taken him on some amazing adventures, from diving in the depths of the Andaman Sea, to training Thai Boxing for a year in Thailand and climbing Mt. Sniezka in Poland in the middle of winter wearing nothing but a pair of shorts.
All of this experience and training has taught him that we are capable of much more than we think, and that to find true health and freedom we must master both mind and body. Through breathing, movement, meditation and above all re-connecting to our natural environment we can awaken our innate potential to be happy, strong and healthy.
Fiona - Cacao Journey
Fiona is an international cacao medicine guide and energy healer.
The spaces she creates offers you the safety to connect to the deep wisdom that resides within, to rediscover your true essence.
With the use of ceremonial cacao, a gentle yet potent plant medicine, she will invite and guide you to go on a journey of self discovery and inner healing, reconnecting you back to your empathy and emotions.
Each session provides a moment of stillness for yourself, to honour and listen to your heart and bodies wisdom.
Her sessions often combine meditation, intentional breathing, intuitive movement, introspection and deep gratitude.
Fiona continues to dedicate herself to learning from the mayan spiritual leaders to respect their traditions of this ancient medicine.
She is deeply honoured to have the permission to share this medicine of the heart, to help you find balance, and harmony within so that you can align into your truest expression of self.
Originally from Australia, she has lived in different countries around Europe for the past 5.5years, currently based in Barcelona, Spain.
You can follow her journey on Instagram @thrivingessence
Gongoro - Sound Bath
Gongoro is an Italian professional gong player. He lives between Mallorca and Tulum. He comes from Adinadd Art Gong School, based with Yogi Bhajan’s Teaching. With more of 300 hours he graduated as a sound therapist of gong in Tulum (Mexico) with the gong master Har Harí.
Gong is really powerful because Gong vibration (through neutral mind) comes from the universe and transmits regenerative energy to all the cells of the body.
By means of this universal vibration, we can remove old traumas and fears starting your own healing. Moreover we can get in touch with our higher self, awakening intuition and telepathy. You are invited to join the gong bath every day at 5pm
“Gong is always like sun” Yogi Bhajan
Anne-Christin
Anne-Christin is a seasoned Embodiment Coach, leveraging body movement, intuitive dance, mindfulness, breathing, art, and Reiki to foster personal growth. Her workshops and one-on-one sessions guide individuals to reconnect with their bodies, harness intuition, and overcome entrenched beliefs and patterns hindering their fulfillment.
Having personally navigated recurring challenges in her life for eight years, Anne-Christin discovered the transformative power of integrating movement and intuitive dance for holistic well-being. Recognizing that her body held profound wisdom she'd been overlooking, she combined these insights with mindfulness. The result? A life filled with presence, intentionality, and purpose.
Witnessing a stark contrast between her enriching experience and the conventional life struggles, Anne-Christin became passionate about sharing her methods to enable others to achieve daily joy, ease, and flow. Based in Mallorca, Spain, she offers her Embodiment Coaching online and in-person, helping clients achieve a balanced life.
If you like to find out more you can check out her website and Instagram:
Vladimar - Salsa and Bachata
Vladimir Semenčić, alongside his wife Daniela Trtinjak Semenčić, stands as a pillar in the salsa entertainment realm. For this Spring Daniela cannot make it but Vladimir will be there teaching both salsa and bachata. Meeting during their university days in a dance studio, their passion led them to launch the Croatian Summer Salsa Festival in 2005 under the @SEASUNSALSA brand. This annual festival attracts over 5,000 global attendees, offering dance lessons, beach events, boat trips, live concerts, and parties.
Starting their dance adventure at a time when salsa was lesser-known, they ventured globally, absorbing knowledge and fostering a vision to popularize salsa in Croatia. In 2012, they pioneered the Summer Sensual Days, a bachata and kizomba event that magnetizes dance enthusiasts from 80+ countries. This 14-day dance holiday aligns with their renowned Croatian Summer Salsa Festival.
Also immersed in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Yoga, and holistic movement, Vladimir and Daniela emphasize personal growth. They aim to spread their dance events across Croatian coastal cities, underscoring dance education. For Vladimir, their mission isn't just dance but building a community that bridges cultures, epitomizing life as a continuous exploration of movement and self-expression.
For more information, visit their Facebook pages:
Croatian Summer Salsa Festival: https://www.facebook.com/crosalsafestival
SEASUNSALSA: https://www.facebook.com/seasunsexy
You can also find them on Instagram:
Croatian Summer Salsa Festival: @croatiansummersalsafestival
Elena Aloisio - Freediving
Originally from Italy, Elena's journey began as a competent sailor navigating the world's waters. Her transition into a dedicated full-time Freediving instructor reflects her remarkable interest and passion for the ocean in all its forms and shapes. Driven by a desire for a more stable life and the pursuit of her deepest passion, Elena made the transition three years ago from the dynamic yachting industry to a fulfilling career as a Freediving instructor for Apnea Academy, AIDA, and SSI. She now works and runs her own courses and activities in the stunning waters of Mallorca
Marine biologist by studies and a certified Yoga and Pranayama teacher, she blends her diverse expertise to provide a unique experience for those seeking to explore the underwater world in a single breath. With a deep commitment to helping others overcome fears and mental limits, Elena's confidence, friendliness, and professionalism have left a lasting impact.
Freediving has been an integral part of Elena’s life since childhood, influenced by the pioneers of the sport in Italy and France who transformed Apnea into a global phenomenon. Now, as a full-time Freediving instructor, Elena brings not only her extensive experience but also a profound connection to the roots of Apnea, contributing to its continued growth and recognition worldwide.
Her enthusiasm for life and work shines through in her dedication to sharing the wonders of freediving with others.
Instagram: @elena_apnea