My lifelong passion has been exploring the creative potential of the human body. After studying Theatrical Studies at Sorbonne - Nouvelle University & Acting in Consevatory (FR) and Contemporary Dance in A.R.E.A. (ES), I delved into somatic movement techniques such as Whirling, Feldenkreis, Axis Syllabus, and Moveable Cinema by Shannon Cooney. I also immersed myself in Kundalini and Ashtanga Yoga for inner work.

Following a transformative Yin yoga class in Istanbul, I was invited to join their training program with a scholarship. I completed my 1000-hour yoga training at Cihangir Yoga (TR), where I had the privilege to learn from internationally renowned yoga teachers like Chris Chavez, Berivan Aslan Sungur, Dylan Werner, Meghan Currie, and Donna Farhi. Since 2014, I've been sharing my knowledge by teaching yoga classes and leading more than 15 yoga trainings and retreats in Yin Yoga and Tao Vinyasa styles across various studios and retreat centers in Turkey.

In 2022, I earned my ArtEZ (NL) Performance Practices Master's degree, focusing my academic research on the concept of "felt-sense". Through a contemporary dance piece, I explored how the use of felt-sense can challenge established systems and disciplines. Collaborating with shamans, art therapists, metaphysicians, and energy therapists, I discovered the grounded spirituality I was seeking in Somatic Experiencing sessions. With the support of ArtEZ and Radboud Universities, I founded HEALIVE. in 2023 to revolutionize the way we inhabit our bodies.

Currently residing in Amsterdam, I work as a multidisciplinary artist, movement instructor at the Academy of Theatre and Dance of Amsterdam, and holistic body specialist, dedicated to guiding others on their journey towards holistic well-being.

Personal website: www.can-bora.com