
UPYA ESSENCE
by Dunya Ntinizi
WOMEN RENEWAL THROUGH EMBODIMENT
ABOUT DUNYA
From Deep Challenges, Profound Wisdom
In the complex tapestry of life, I've learnt that our most profound teachings often emerge from our deepest challenges.
My journey — a dance between loss and renewal, motherhood and personal discovery — has been a testament to the resilience that resides within each of us.

The Catalyst of Transformation

The pivotal moments of my life converged in the delicate space between grief and growth. Losing my mother while simultaneously stepping into motherhood became my most powerful catalyst for transformation. This threshold taught me that healing is not a linear path, but a circular journey of continuous becoming.
My exploration began on the mat, through yoga, and expanded into a holistic approach to understanding the intricate connections between body, mind, and spirit. What started as a personal practice gradually bloomed into a mission: to help women recognise and honour their unique paths of healing and self-expression.
From Personal Practice to Sacred Mission
My exploration began on the mat, through yoga, and expanded into a holistic approach to understanding the intricate connections between body, mind, and spirit.
What started as a personal practice gradually bloomed into a mission: to help women recognise and honour their unique paths of healing and self-expression.

My connection to healing deepened through unexpected pathways. Exploring Longo, an African dance form, awakened my connection to ancestral wisdom and healing rituals.
Each movement became a conversation with my lineage, a way of anchoring myself in something larger than my individual experience.

The Art of Self-Mothering
Motherhood became my most profound teacher. In the midst of nurturing my daughter, I discovered the art of self-mothering—a practice of radical self-compassion and spiritual regeneration. This journey taught me to tend to myself physically, emotionally, and spiritually, creating a wellspring of resilience that could nourish not just my child, but my entire community.
Today, I hold space for women ready to honour their own becoming, to dance with their challenges, and to discover the profound wisdom that lives within their bodies.
Training and Interests
I am continuously expanding my knowledge by learning from the teachings inspiring teachers.
MASSAGE BODYWORK TRAINING & EDUCATION
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ITEC Level 3- Swedish massage
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Indian head massage certification
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Manual Lymphatic Drainage certification
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5 Continents Biodynamic Massage initiation - Olivier Honsperger
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Leminiscate massage with Renato Pappalardo
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Reiki Level 1&2 certification
MOVEMENT TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
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Hatha YOGA 250H teacher with Sivananda
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Egyptian yoga with Yogi Khane
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12 years experience teaching yoga in various form and communities
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Longo Healing dance accredited Teacher
FEW OF MY GO-TO BOOKS
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Elima Mputu: Mukulu
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Krishnamurti: Freedom from The Known
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Bernard de Montreal: Geneses of reality
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La voix du Toucher: Renata Pappalardo