Elif Sahin
Istanbul, Türkiye
Elif studied law in Istanbul and later completed her MBA in New York. After working in different fields — including law, fashion, and banking — she discovered yoga during the pandemic, a turning point that brought her a deeper sense of connection and purpose.
She completed her first 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training with Zeynep Aksoy’s Reset Platform, and later continued her learning with another 200-hour YTT in Bali. Her journey also led her to the Himalayas, where she took part in and helped lead yoga retreats that deepened her understanding of mindfulness and community.
In 2022, Elif founded El-Mati Yoga Studio in Istanbul, a peaceful space created with the intention of sharing what she continues to learn. At El-Mati, she offers Vinyasa and Yin Yoga classes, one-on-one mindfulness coaching sessions, and BBM 1 & 2 breathwork practices.
Elif believes that true well-being comes from honoring both the body and the mind. Through movement, breath, and mindful awareness, El-Mati invites each person to reconnect with themselves and find balance — gently, and at their own pace.