The Story Behind Yogalina
It started with a nickname
The name Yogalina existed long before the first studio did.
Yoga had become such a huge part of my life that I seemed to be doing it everywhere I went — with friends, with family, on holidays, at home, wherever I could find the space. I couldn’t stop learning either. One training led to another, then another, and somewhere along the way, the people around me simply started calling me Yogalina.
The name stuck. And eventually, it became something much bigger.
From banking to the yoga mat
Before Yogalina, my world looked very different.
My background is in Banking & Finance, and I spent around ten years working in the corporate world. Yoga, movement and personal development existed alongside that career for many years, initially as something I loved, and increasingly as something I couldn’t imagine my life without.
Then the pandemic created something many of us hadn’t had for a very long time: space.
Space to think. Space to question. Space to ask myself what I actually wanted my life to look like.
I realised that if there was something I cared about this deeply, I wanted to give it my all.
And that’s where Yogalina really began.
More than yoga
Since then, I’ve completed more than 1,000 hours of yoga training across places including India, Bali, Miami, Paris and Milan. But my curiosity has never stopped at yoga.
I’m fascinated by people: how we think, how we grow, what holds us back and what allows us to become more confident versions of ourselves.
I’m also an NLP Practitioner, and coaching and mentoring have naturally become a huge part of what I love to do. Whether I’m working with a student, a teacher, a member of our team or someone building the next chapter of their life, one of the things that gives me the greatest sense of purpose is helping people recognise their own potential and supporting them as they grow into it.
That philosophy sits at the heart of Yogalina too.
We care about movement, but we also care about connection. We care about getting stronger, but also about slowing down. We care about ambitious goals, but also about creating a life that actually feels good to live.
Yogalina has never been about creating a space where everyone looks or moves the same way.
It’s about creating spaces where people can explore, learn, challenge themselves, connect with others and keep growing.
This is Yogalina
What began as a nickname has grown into studios, retreats, teacher trainings, events, collaborations and, most importantly, a community of people.
And we are still evolving.
We are still learning, experimenting, travelling, training, getting things wrong, discovering better ways of doing things and dreaming about what Yogalina could become next.
Because ultimately, Yogalina isn’t just about yoga.
It’s about creating space for people to move, connect, learn and grow — together.
Alina Boyett
Founder, Yogalina
And then came the people…
Yogalina may have started with one person’s slightly excessive obsession with yoga, but it certainly isn’t one person anymore. Behind everything we do is an incredible collection of teachers, practitioners, coaches, creatives and people who genuinely care about creating meaningful experiences for others. Each person brings something different, their own training, personality, philosophy, energy and life experience — and that diversity is a huge part of what makes Yogalina what it is today.
Meet the Yogalina Team
Behind Yogalina is a brilliant team of people who bring the studio to life every day. From our teachers and managers to the friendly faces you’ll see at the front desk, everyone plays a part in creating the warm, welcoming and feel-good experience that makes Yogalina what it is.
Sasha Constance
Head Yoga Teacher & Business Growth Manager
Sasha brings her love of Yoga, creativity and community to everything she does, creating uplifting experiences that make people feel welcome, inspired and at home.
Rhi Kitson
Talent & Ethical Manager
Rhi brings a people-first approach to Yogalina, caring deeply about our team, our values and creating a positive, supportive and inclusive community.
The People Behind Yogalina
Jennifer White
Corporate & Operations Manager
Jennifer is the organisational heart of Yogalina, bringing warmth, structure and a calm energy to everything behind the scenes and helping make sure the Yogalina experience runs smoothly.
Estelle
Brand & Marketing Manager
Estelle brings creativity, personality and a love of storytelling to Yogalina, helping shape our brand and share everything that makes our community so special.
Nanami
Operations Manager
Nanami keeps the day-to-day magic of Yogalina running smoothly, bringing warmth, organisation and a thoughtful eye for all the little details that make a big difference.
Claudia, Ellie, Kate, India, Tilly & Nancy
Front of House Team
Our Front of House team are the friendly faces that bring Yogalina to life every day. Claudia, Ellie, Kate, India, Tilly and Nancy are here to welcome you in, answer your questions, help you settle into your visit and make sure you feel looked after from the moment you walk through the door. They bring their own personalities, energy and warmth to the studio, creating the relaxed, friendly atmosphere that makes Yogalina feel like more than just a place to take a class. Whether you’re popping in for your first Reformer session, grabbing a coffee, heading to the Recovery Room or simply saying hello, our FOH team are always on hand with a smile, a helping hand and plenty of good energy. They’re a huge part of what makes Yogalina feel like the community it is.
