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Anita Leombruni – Italy
Anita Leombruni was one of those rare souls whose warmth could fill a room before she even spoke. When she joined Adhiyogi’s very first Teacher Training in Italy in 2014, she quickly stood out — not just for her dedication and sharp learning, but for her natural leadership. Adhiyogi himself called her Capo Gruppo, a title he proudly wrote on her first Teacher Certificate.
She loved Adhiyogi’s smart, direct, and deeply personal approach to teaching. He opened her eyes to the importance of caring for the body’s weaker points, training them with patience and precision. His way of blending the depth of India’s tradition with the sensibility of the West resonated with her deeply. Anita also admired his vast knowledge of yoga’s philosophy and history, which he shared in a way that felt alive, relevant, and usable in everyday life.
In 2015, she invited Adhiyogi to her home — what was meant to be a simple visit turned into a month-long training camp, full of lessons for the people in her town. She watched in awe as he turned every occasion, every place, into a space for teaching and sharing knowledge. This, she realized, was one of the greatest lessons: be who you are, and share what you know, everywhere and always.
On two future occasions, she brought Adhiyogi to her beloved hometown of Sulmona. There, she arranged more trainings, introducing him to her friends and the local yoga community. Sulmona became a place of shared laughter, learning, and heartfelt connection — a place where Adhiyogi met many who would remain friends for years.
To her, Adhiyogi was not only a teacher but a friend and counselor. She admired his gift for recognizing people’s potential from the very first meeting and his commitment to guiding them toward their personal and professional goals. His support didn’t end when a training did; he followed his students’ journeys, celebrated their progress, and kept encouraging them to grow.
Anita was a bright spirit with a gift for bringing people together. She is no longer with us, but the kindness she showed, the doors she opened, and the love she gave continue to live in the hearts of those who knew her — and in the legacy of the students she helped inspire.
OM Shantiḥ.
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