Fusing academic rigor with an experiential approach to learning, Átomo Yoga Academy offers students around the globe a complete education in unlocking human potential through healthy living.
In Átomo Yoga Academy, you will learn about asana, pranayama, meditation, mudras, mantras, chakras and the subtle body, yoga philosophy and Indian history with a focus on the scientific disciplines of:
- Anatomy and physiology
- Functional movement
- Neuroscience
- Biophysics and biochemistry
- Teaching methodology
Our programs are designed to provide highly-targeted training that equips students with the tools to improve quality of life from day one.
Whether you want to integrate a wellness routine into your working life, compliment professional expertise in a related field with knowledge of yoga, or become a yoga teacher, we provide high quality training for your needs and goals.
Learn live or online with Átomo Yoga Academy. We offer three learning formats for students around the globe:
Our fully online courses start whenever you’re ready and can be completed on your own schedule.
Hybrid live & online training blends live, in-person learning with virtual study, and take place on a rolling basis.
100% live offerings are scheduled periodically and can be custom-tailored to suit the needs of students.
Philosophy
Our academy was founded to build bridges between scientific advancement and contemplative tradition. We approach the science of yoga by embracing the yoga of science.
...What is yoga?
yoga (noun)
yo·ga | \ ˈyō-gə
Definition of yoga
A Hindu theistic philosophy teaching the suppression of all activity of body, mind, and will in order that the self may realize its distinction from them and attain liberation
A system of physical postures, breathing techniques, and sometimes meditation derived from Yoga but often practiced independently especially in Western cultures to promote physical and emotional well-being
We understand the role of a teacher according to the Indian tradition, as one who guides the way from darkness into light. In this sense, our teachers share not only what they have studied as fact, but what they have experienced as truth in their own practice and life.
We believe that becoming a yoga teacher is a lifelong journey and embraces:
- Your lived experience
- A daily personal practice developed over several years
- Deep study of philosophy, anatomy and biomechanics, psychology and neuroscience, ethics, religion, history and anthropology
- More practice!
- A passion for learning
In Átomo Yoga Academy, you will learn from teachers with lifelong practice experience and world-class credentials.
We approach contemplative traditions and spirituality with respect while pursuing the answers to life’s greatest questions through scientific methods.
When you light the darkness for others to see, you become a teacher.
Teachers
Our trainers are industry professionals who have dedicated their lives to holistic wellness, clinical healthcare, training yoga teachers around the world, contributing to best practices in their fields, and living the principles of yoga.
Fernando Díaz
Fernando is a holistic health practitioner based in Copenhagen, Denmark with a passion for human development. As founder of Átomo Yoga and the sister production company Save Horizon, he collaborates with global partners fusing new technology with ancestral philosophy in pursuit of human wellbeing.
Born in the Asturias region of Northern Spain in 1977, he grew up practicing Judo and contact sports with five brothers. After breaking his collar bone, Fernando discovered a new way to develop his potential through ballet. He danced professionally for 13 years on global stages with ballet, Flamenco, contemporary, and modern jazz. He continued his education with university studies in physiotherapy and osteopathy before discovering the transformative power of yoga in Rishikesh in 2012.
Yoga is a way of understanding oneself and the Universe.
Through dedicated practice and exchange with the world of research, practicing Yoga holds spectacular potential to improve your quality of life and guide all people to live in harmony with the environment.
When one teaches, two learn.
Before practicing Yoga, I could never have imagined that it would bring me such a wealth of resources – not only for improving health and mental strength, but also in terms of how to be a better human being. After initially focusing on the scientific part of the practice of yoga, I gradually discovered that Yoga went beyond a series of stretching and breathing exercises.
- Master of Public Health in Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI), EFHRE International University (2020-2022)
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Universidad Alfonso X El Sabio (1998-2002)
- Master of Osteopathy, European College of Osteopathic Medicin (2007)
Fernando has completed complementary training in pilates, kinesio-tapping, psychology applied to sports and traumatology, biomechanics of the feet, WATSU massage therapy, and thai massage.
- 200 Hour Vinyasa & Yin Yoga Teacher Training, Ananda Yoveda, Chiang Rai, Thailand (2017)
- 200 Hour Ashtanga / Hatha Yoga Teacher Training, Trimurti Yoga School, Daramshala, India (2015)
