About Sanapurna
Who we are
Founded in 2012, Sanapurna means complete health (sana = health, pūrṇa = complete). We’re a Yoga & Ayurveda centre in Zürich dedicated to holistic wellbeing of body, mind, and heart. Our vision: a welcoming space where people find their own voice and practice—without dogma and, with a lot of care.
Our story & vision
Sanapurna was created by Poonam & Thomas Stecher Sharma. Poonam grew up in India in a family of yogis and completed postgraduate studies in Yogic Science at the Bihar School of Yoga (Bihar Yoga Bharati). Thomas, raised in the Swiss mountains, left corporate life to serve the community and studied Yoga at the Bihar School of Yoga, where he met Poonam. He later continued with advanced Ayurveda studies in Europe. Their shared dream was to bridge East & West in a place where time-tested wisdom meets modern life — practical, compassionate, and rooted in tradition. Together, they’ve grown Sanapurna into one of Switzerland’s beloved homes for Yoga & Ayurveda in Zürich.
What you’ll feel here
Warm, professional atmosphere:
Friendly, clean, thoughtfully designed—so you can truly relax and recharge.
Conscious by design:
Recycled oak floors, clay walls, eco-friendly materials, high-quality Ayurvedic oils—details that respect people and planet.
Community at the centre:
Open Days, shared tea, genuine connection. You'll feel seen and supported.
Yoga & Ayurveda you can trust
Skilled team:
Experienced teachers and therapists who meet you where you are.
Quality you can rely on:
Safety, clarity, and meaningful progress—whether you join a class, book a massage, or consult in our Ayurveda clinic.
Real results:
Many of our clients report better sleep, less stress, more ease, and a steadier connection to themselves.
A leading yoga school in Switzerland
Teacher trainings since 2012:
Our graduates teach across Zürich, Switzerland and beyond.
Recognised & accredited:
Programs aligned with Yoga Alliance (USA) and eduQua (Switzerland).
Pathways for everyone:
From 200H Foundation to 300H Advanced modules — Yoga Nidra, Yin/Ida Yoga, Pranayama, Advanced Hatha, Therapeutic Yoga — plus short trainings you can taste before committing.
Ayurveda at Sanapurna
Our Ayurveda clinic supports you across life stages—from everyday stress and sleep, to digestion (Agni/metabolism) and women’s health. We offer consultations, nutrition & lifestyle plans, and treatments such as Abhyanga, Shirodhara, and massage by foot. Many therapists hold Swiss health-insurance recognition (e.g., EMR) — please check your coverage with your provider.
What makes the experience special
Inclusive & accessible
Student & senior discounts, KulturLegi offers, free birthday class—wellbeing for everyone.
Personal attention
Small-group learning, clear guidance, space to ask questions.
You first
We accompany you on the path to sustainable vitality, strengthened resilience, and a more conscious, balanced lifestyle.
An invitation
Whether you’re here to move, to heal, to learn—or all three—Sanapurna is a place to belong. Join a yoga class, book an Ayurvedic treatment, or explore teacher training. Meet the team, feel the space, and take your next step toward a life that feels balanced, clear, and alive.
Affiliations
Sanapurna is accredited through the Swiss Accreditation Service. All of our teacher trainings are certified by QualiCert, eduQua and Yoga Alliance, ensuring high quality education according to international and local standards.