ABOUT ME

Hello! My name is Nil, so happy you are and welcome :)

You landed on my digital studio Fine Heart Work’s page, we will do exactly that together, Fine Heart Work. Heart centered practices that are honest and true to your heart, nothing else.

I’m a certified yoga and meditation teacher and a Meridian Yoga Therapy practitioner. My teaching is rooted in compassion, breath, and presence. I offer private sessions designed to meet you where you are. Whether you’re returning to movement, seeking relief from stress or discomfort, or ready to deepen your practice.

If you’re not satisfied with the short version above and want more info, here it is in long format:

I am Mediterranean, grew up in a town called Antalya. Back in the days when there were no yoga classes in my town in the mid-90s, I found a yoga book in a store and brought it home. I had no idea about yoga, and when I tried a few postures I was fascinated by how I felt when I put my body in those shapes. I taught myself the postures and started practicing them on and off for ages. I was the shy practitioner who only practiced at home until a good friend of mine asked me to go to a yoga class with him (thank you Jacob). I met my first teacher, and from the first class, I was hooked on in-studio practice. I was getting into the deeper philosophy of yoga and started seriously searching for answers. Why was it working the way it was working?

I decided to take my first yoga teacher training, which was 200 hours, and since then I have been a student of yoga and have been actively teaching. I have been studying with my yoga teacher Dr. Rose Erin Vaughan and have completed more than 700 hours of training with Science of Self Yoga. Now the total number is over 900 hours of training and this number continues to grow. At this point, I’m very close to losing track of the hours.

My meditation journey is a whole different story. Again in the 90s, my parents got into alternative medicine when it was still considered woo woo joo joo (I don’t know how woo woo joo joo spells, I hope this is okay) and they started getting into meditation. I was maybe 9 or 10 when my aunt-in-law guided us through my first meditation session and I loved the visualization aspect of it. A whole other world opened up in my mind.

Ages later, I met my teacher Hector Marcel during a yoga intensive I was taking from Science of Self Yoga. I really liked his style. He talked about mindfulness and how meditation can help our minds concentrate on what we want instead of letting it run like a wild horse. He was teaching online classes at Three Jewels Enlightenment Studio (thanks to COVID everything became online back then). I started taking his classes and became his student.

Since meeting Hector, I also got into Tibetan Buddhism and have been formally studying it for years. My teachings are deeply infused by it. I completed my Meditation Teacher Training in 2024, and since then I’ve been teaching meditation in my yoga classes and have established my self-practice as well.

In order to teach, we need to practice and have first-hand experience with what we’d like to share with the world. Happily, I can tell you that I only share what I practice, and I’ve been seeing how these methods have been changing people’s lives, including mine.

I’m truly excited to share these practices and help you create a sustainable path that will feel like a part of your life. Something you’ll practice with joy.

If you happen to still be reading, then it’s very clear that you are here for a reason. Let’s connect. We can figure out what you need to concentrate on and how it can serve you in the long run.

PS: These photos are from our previous visit to my hometown in 2024, and I really hope you can experience my hometown’s turquoise waters sometime. It’s magic.

Okay, let’s chat soon about your dreams, okay?

Talk soon,

-Nil

I’d love to have a conversation with you to understand what you are seeking and then we can build your practice to make it suitable to your schedule and life style.

ready to dive in!

TESTIMONIALS

Nil has been my yoga teacher for many years and although I have practiced in many places with many teachers, she is by far the person who has most directly impacted my practice. She has a gentle approach with clear communication, she encourages her students to find their personal best and take pride and joy from their practice. She is an expert at the body, with special care towards pains, injuries and limitations. Nil is hands on and personable in her approach. I have brought many friends and loved ones to her class and she gets star remarks from all who attend.
— Chris W
Nil Tiberi is an excellent yoga instructor. I have been a student/participant under Nil for the last 5 years and she is by far my favorite instructor. She is an amazing communicator and has an innate ability to create a supportive and encouraging yoga environment. She has always been able to offer clear and concise instructions. She creates new, diverse classes and she will always provide modifications for different skill levels.
What makes Nil stand out is even though she is a top level Yoga instructor, shes an even better person. Her positive energy is relentless, she’s an incredible listener and she provides a calming presence in every class. I have had the pleasure of being a student of Nils for the last 5 years and I look forward to attending Nils classes for future years to come.
-Dave
Practicing with Nil has been one of the most healing and supportive experiences I’ve had. She really holds space for everyone and is so warm, intentional and deeply attentive. She takes the time to check in with students about injuries or adjustments needed and offers guidance that is so helpful.
Her yoga instruction is so clear I feel I could close my eyes, follow the sound of her voice and still know exactly what to do. She’s helped me to move through my asana practice safely and mindfully. Her hands-on assists are amazing and have really helped me to go deeper. I love that she incorporates her knowledge of acupressure as well. My body has opened in ways I never felt possible. I can tell she really cares how we are doing in the class.
Nil’s meditation classes are just as powerful. She brings such depth of understanding to the Buddhist teachings and shares them in a way that is accessible and meaningful. Her dharma talks stay with me beyond the class. They are full of heart and wisdom.
Nil is a real gift. I can feel that she genuinely wants everyone to experience a sense of bliss and connection. I’m so grateful for Nil’s teaching. It’s more than just a class, she creates a space of real care and transformation.
-Vanessa
Nil is the person who helped me genuinely understand and appreciate yoga. Her teaching style is humble, thoughtful, and very personal. She creates a space that feels approachable and meaningful. She’s also incredibly generous, she referred me to my acupuncturist, who has since become a key part of my wellness routine. We’ve even booked her to lead a yoga and meditation session during our wedding weekend. I really can’t recommend her enough.
-Didi
Nil’s positive attitude and calming presence is an undeniable part of who she is as a person. But as a yoga instructor those attributes become her superpower. During the height of the pandemic Nil started doing virtual yoga practices on Friday evenings. Every week I looked forward to those yoga “happy hours.” Not only was the practice a perfect way to end another week of working from home, but the little community those classes created gave me such comfort and connection during those very dark and isolated days. Practicing with Nil is a privilege everyone should get to experience. As a teacher she’s as encouraging as she is knowledgeable. Simply put, she’s the best.
-Amanda