Nadiya Mahmood
Sitara Nadiya Mahmood is an international yoga teacher, retreat leader, and sound healing practitioner with over a decade of experience and 2,600+ teaching hours across the Washington, D.C. area and internationally.
Originally discovering yoga while attending George Mason University, Nadiya’s practice evolved into a lifelong path of movement, mindfulness, healing, and self-discovery. In 2016, she completed her 200-hour CYT training in Costa Rica through the Marianne Wells Yoga School.
Her teaching blends Vinyasa, Hatha, and Ashtanga-inspired movement with breathwork, meditation, philosophy, and sound healing to create grounded, elevated wellness experiences. With a focus on intentional movement, alignment and nervous system restoration, Nadiya’s classes are designed to help students reconnect, reset, and move through life with greater balance and presence.
She has taught in more than 7 countries, led 5 retreats, and continues to create experiences that bring together wellness, travel, community, and spiritual connection.
In addition to yoga, Nadiya offers immersive sound healing experiences using crystal singing bowls, Tibetan bowls, chimes, various other instruments, and guided meditation to support deep rest and inner alignment.
Currently, she teaches at Epic Yoga and offers private sessions, retreats, events, and curated wellness experiences throughout Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Northern Virginia.
Whether you are beginning your yoga journey or looking to deepen an existing practice, Nadiya offers private, personalized wellness experiences tailored to your individual needs and lifestyle. Private sessions, retreats, and exclusive events are available throughout the Washington, D.C. area and by travel request for clients worldwide.
May you go with peace and love.
Education
2005-2009
B.A Global Inequalities and Responses, Minor in Business
George Mason University
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2010-2011
Master Certificate in Strategic Management: Major in Public Accountability Systems
University of Baltimore
The Master Certificate in Strategic Management: Major in Public Accountability Systems from the University of Baltimore focuses on governance, ethics, and transparency in the public sector. This program enhances strategic decision-making skills to promote accountability and effective leadership.
2016
200hr Yoga Teacher Training
Marianne Wells Yoga School
Nosara, Costa Rica
*Registered Yoga School with YA
Marianne Wells Yoga School is a renowned training program rooted in the principles of alignment-based Hatha and Vinyasa yoga. With a strong emphasis on anatomy, philosophy, and hands-on teaching, it empowers students to deepen their practice and become confident, knowledgeable instructors.
BA, MS, E-RYT 200hr
