Through subtle body work we connect the intelligence of the mind with the wisdom of the heart

Iyengar Yoga, AliveFullness, Pilates, Hypopressives, Tai Chi, Meditation classes... in southern Tenerife.


Karuna

Karuna is a comprehensive work center focused on wellness and health. We use a variety of disciplines and tools to meet each individual's needs, utilizing the most beneficial techniques at all times. We utilize Iyengar Yoga, Hypopressive Gymnastics, Tai Chi, Pilates, Martial Arts and their foundations, personalized training, guided wellness routines, wellness programs, functional training, and manual treatments. We also offer a psychology consultation. Our work is done with the heart, and we give our best every day, serving as a bridge between this wide range of resources for the development and cultivation of well-being. Karuna is a Sanskrit word meaning compassion (the ability to feel others); this is the fragrance in which we bathe our attention. We are located in the south of Tenerife, in San Isidro, Los Cardones. The founders are Irmina Gutiérrez and Thierry Bouzin, who work in collaboration with other professionals.

Una mujer está sentada en una silla haciendo una pose de yoga.

Irmina Gutiérrez Algaba:

  • Graduate in Teaching. Specializing in Physical Education. University of Seville, CEU Cardenal Spínola, 2002.
  • Professor of Yoga Iyengar Level 1. Yogacharya Sri BKS Iyengar of the Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Institute (Pune India). RIMYI. 2024 (700hours)
  • Iyengar Yoga Teacher; Sadasiva Center 2013/2015 Tenerife (Essscan).
  • Hata Yoga Teacher 2012 (Essscan).
  • Pilates Instructor, at Personal Pilates Training Center, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, 2011-2012 (Essscan).
  • Aerobic exercise instructor, Bionatura National School of Trainers, Seville, 1999-2000.
  • Fitness instructor. Bionatura National Coaching School, Seville, 1999-2000.
  • Workshop on "Introduction to Curative Pedagogy and Social Therapy." San Juan Association. Tenerife South, 2011.
  • “Botmer Gymnastics” Workshop. San Juan Association, Center for Curative Pedagogy and Social Therapy. Tenerife South, 2011.
  • Leisure time instructor course. Don Bosco School. Seville, 2001/2002.
  • Structural Osteopathy. Shido Center. Tenerife (Essscan) 2011/2012.
  • Sports massage. Shido Center School. Tenerife (Essscan) 2011/2012.
  • Foot reflexology, levels I, II, III. Shido Center. Tenerife. (Essscan) 2012.
  • Relaxing Massage. Aquacanarias. (Essscan) Tenerife 2011.
  • Reijukido level I and II (Master Jose Figueroa) 2011, 2013. Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
  • Introduction to Thai Massage. Italian Association of Sport Culture. ACIS. Asia Network (Thai massage).
  • Akashic Records Reading (Level I) Master Mirenchu Riju 2016, Tenerife.
  • Radiesthesia (Level I) by Graciela Zurbiela. Coocrear. Tenerife 2013


Thierry Bouzin has the following track record:

  • Diploma in Psychology, specializing in Psychopedagogy and Psychomotricity, Leonardo Da Vinci Higher School, Belgium, 1997.
  • Monitor of Qi Gong (Chi Kung), Barcelona, 2004 to 2006.
  • Gimnasia abdominal hipopresva. Certified trainer nivel III por LPF (Low Pressure Fitness) 2017.
  • Level I Tai Chi instructor, Chen Xi Xing Yi Hun Yuan Tai Chi Chuan School, with master Pedro Valencia, 2008 to 2011.
  • Pilates Instructor at FEDA (Spanish Federation of Aerobics and Fitness), 2004 to 2006. Ars Corpore Instructor; Ortos School, 2014.
  • First Dan Black Belt, Bujinkan Budo Taijutsu School, Japan, 1999.
  • First Technical Degree, Wing Tsun Kung Fu Style by the OEWT School 2010.
  • First Degree Black Belt in Wing Fight, (TWR The Wing Revolution), 2012.
  • Shiatsu Therapist, International School of Shiatsu (recognized by APSE - Association of Shiatsu Professionals of Spain), 1998 to 2002.
  • Studies in fascia therapy using the Dani Bois method, Oceans School, 2007 to 2011.
  • Chiromassage, Rayon Bleu Association (Belgium), 1995.
  • Training in Polarity Techniques at the Rayon Blue Association (Belgium) 1995.
  • I Training Cycle in Thai Massage 2012.
  • Naturopathy. Atlanta School 2000.
  • Functional training.


Sri Yantra

Yantra in Sanskrit comes from the prefix yan, meaning "to conceive," mental conception. It is an instrument that refers to certain complex geometric representations of levels and energies of the cosmos and the human body. The yantra is internalized through the mental construction of a geometric model and its visualization. The Sri Yantra is the geometric representation of the sound of OM. By contemplating the Sri Yantra, we can rediscover its primordial sources. The circuits symbolically indicate the successive phases in the process of becoming. The Sri Yantra is composed of 9 juxtaposed triangles that give rise to 43 small triangles. 4 of the triangles are oriented with the vertex upward and represent the cosmic masculine energy Shiva (cosmic masculine energy); the other 5 with the vertex downward represent the feminine energy of Shakti (cosmic feminine energy). These triangles are surrounded by an 8-petaled lotus that symbolizes Vishnu (protection). It is surrounded by a 16-petalled lotus, representing the yogi's power over the mind and senses. Enclosing this lotus are four concentric lines that symbolically connect the two lotuses. The triple line surrounding it designates the analogy between the entire universe and the human body.

Una pintura de un mandala con un triángulo en el centro.

What do we do?

  • Classes: group and private.
  • Postural Education.
  • Consultation in Psychology.
  • Meditation.
  • Workshops.
  • Personalized training.
  • Body treatments.
  • Coaching. 
  • Courses.

Personalized training and treatments by appointment

Iyengar Yoga and Pilates in South Tenerife. Call us at:


Where we are

Felipe Mellizo Street No. 8

San Isidro (Santa Cruz de Tenerife) CP 38611 irminagut@yahoo.es

 Telephone 922 691 802

Mobile 692 638 216/ 628 633 225