03/12/2025
Eight years ago, I attended my first AcroYoga JAM. It profoundly changed my life.
At 36, I was a hard-working single, always ‘on the run’. I was searching for love and meaning. I traveled, visited festivals, worked out, dated, and chased deadlines. It was hard to stand still. I struggled to embrace the feelings of loneliness and unworthiness when I returned to my empty apartment.
One by one, the people I used to share life with “retreated” into their own little love and baby bubbles. Except for me. I was desperately longing for belonging. I wanted a place to call home and that special person to create a family with. But, of course, you can’t enforce love.
Looking for a way to relax and connect with like-minded people, I joined an AcroYoga JAM in Utrecht. It was the perfect event to attend alone. I met AcroYoga teacher and organizer Roald Penning, who would later become my co-teacher and business partner. But at that moment, I was just enjoying the JAM. I was amazed by how quickly I felt connected—to myself and others. The immense joy I experienced was unforgettable.
Everybody played with everybody. Strangers connected quickly, without the usual small talk. The flow of creative poses and transitions was endless. Time and worries faded away.
The physical connection fostered trust, balance, and body language. It enhanced my strength and flexibility. And then, the Thai massage exchange at the end! What a deep, joyful way to connect through loving touch and energy. It was an immensely rich and holistic practice. I fell in love with AcroYoga then and there.
From that day forward, my life began to flow. Weekly AcroYoga classes in Utrecht became the highlight of my week. They transformed stress into relief and loneliness into connection and meaning.
My AcroYoga adventure continues to evolve. My mission remains solid: sharing the healing and transformation that AcroYoga offers me with you! Through AcroYoga JAMS, classes, and courses in Utrecht, I aim to build a loving and playful community. A place where you can connect and feel at home.
Hug, Marijke
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