Soniya grew up in Mombasa, Kenya, before moving to London to complete her high school education at ArtsEd, a renowned performing arts school. She later moved to Mumbai, where she built a career as an actor and TV presenter, before eventually settling in Dubai in late 2015. With roots in multiple places, Soniya proudly considers herself a citizen of the world.

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Her journey with fitness and yoga began in her early teens, evolving into a way of life rather than just an activity. Alongside fitness, dance has always been a constant, with training in multiple styles since the age of five. In 2013, while living in India, Soniya completed her 300-hour Yoga Teacher Training, followed by a Blissology certification under Eoin Finn. Since then, she has been teaching Vinyasa Flow and Hatha Yoga, and has also pursued certifications in various healing therapies.

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When Soniya discovered Barre in 2016, it was love at first sight. A few years later, in January 2020, she earned her Barre Teacher Certification with Barre Intensity. Drawing on her diverse background in performance, movement, and holistic practices, Soniya crafts classes that feel like an experience rather than just a workout.

 

Soniya believes that movement is the best form of therapy and that living an active lifestyle is the key to leading a positive and fulfilling life.