About Daniela Meinl – Integral Fascial Yoga

Hi, I am Dani

Where Science
Meets Embodiment

I'm the founder of Integral Fascial Yoga and the author of The Comprehensive Guide on Fascial Yoga. My work lives at the intersection of fascia science, embodied movement, and the depth of traditional yoga.

For more than 15 years, I've been supporting yoga teachers and movement educators in integrating fascia into their teaching — not as a trend or technique, but as a living system.

"How can we apply this science to movement — without losing the essence of yoga?"

— The question that shaped everything

“Experience life through the body.”

Where it began

The Origin Story

I was part of the original team around Dr. Robert Schleip, who pioneered modern fascia research and the development of the first fascia training principles — at a time when modern fascia science was just beginning to gain ground.

My fascination with the tissue of connection soon led me to a deeper question: How can we apply this science to movement — without losing the essence of yoga? That question shaped everything that followed. I started adapting the research to the yoga mat — blending the mechanics of fascia with the spirit of somatic inquiry.

I also wrote the first comprehensive book on the subject — still used as the basis for many teacher trainings today.

My Background

A Modern Approach
to an Ancient Practice

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Pharmacist

Originally trained as a pharmacist, I bring a rigorous scientific foundation to everything I teach. Evidence-based supplementation for fascial health is part of the IFYO method.

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Psychotherapy

Certified Alternative Practitioner for Psychotherapy (Heilpraktikerin für Psychotherapie) with specialization in trauma therapy — integrating emotional awareness into movement.

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Yoga Teacher

Extensive yoga teacher training across multiple traditions, combined with 15+ years of teaching experience and direct collaboration with the world's leading fascia researchers.

Who I Work With

My Teaching Energy

I don't teach to perform. I teach to open space. My voice is calm, my style clear. I hold strong boundaries, but soft presence. I believe we don't need more speed or stimulation — we need more depth and real contact.

Curious yoga teachers who feel something is missing in their training
Advanced practitioners wanting to reconnect with their body from within
Professionals ready to teach from embodiment, not just information

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Daniela Meinl

Where ScienceMeets Embodiment