Teaching Maithuna in Tantra
I struggle with my own intimacy issues, which is perhaps why I am drawn to Tantra. And now I work as an instructor of Tantra, the sexual art of connection.
Tantra and energy work provide deep, embodied connection from breath, synchronized movement, consent, and shared ritual. The expression of this is Maithuna in Tantra, Sanskrit for sexual union.
What first drew me to art was the transformative power of community in installations and performances. My dharma remains rooted in that—imparting wisdom by exploring the boundaries and comfort levels within community.
Influenced by performance art, I see the experience as co-created—not just shaped by the facilitator, but by participants through presence, vulnerability, and interaction.
Mission
My mission is to create a safe, empowering space for men and male-identified individuals to explore their energy, connection, and spirituality. Through workshops, retreats, and classes, I lead transformative experiences that encourage authentic connections. Driven by dharma, I help others step out of their comfort zones and embrace new possibilities. I combine physical (asana), spiritual (mantra, breath, energy), and mental (uncommon, taboo topics) elements in my teaching.
My approach draws on tantric energy practices, focusing on the Hindu system of the chakras. We explore the movement of life force energy, utilizing a combination of powerful breathwork, dynamic core exercises that both ground and energize. We also focus on activating the pelvic floor, building sexual vitality, and deepening connection to self through sexual energy practices, as explained in the Hatha Yoga Pradipika. This comprehensive approach empowers men to cultivate deeper confidence, vitality, and mastery over their own energy.
Bio
Hello, I’m Christoph—a yoga teacher, author, and lifelong student of movement and energy. I hold a Doctorate (PhD Goldsmiths, University of London) and two MFAs (UC Santa Cruz and OTIS), but it’s yoga that has given me true agency over my mind and body. After years of academic study, I found a deeper purpose through yogic philosophy, tantra, and energy healing. I recently completed my 300-hour advanced training at Center for Yoga in Los Angeles, refining my approach to strength, flow, and energetic alignment.
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