Were you born and raised in Boston? If not, what brought you here?
I am from Tuscany in Italy. I moved to the US in 2012, for love. When I met my now husband, he was working here already. I thought: I can find a job anywhere, but I can’t with the love of my life.
Tell us more about your job or company and what led you to your career?
Back in Italy I worked in theater as an acting teacher, actress, and director. After moving to the US, I couldn’t work for 6 years due to my spouse visa and had 2 of my 3 kids during that time. Once I got my work visa, I shifted to yoga, graduating as a yoga teacher. I integrate yoga with theater in my teaching and am part of an Italian Theater Company in Boston. I specialize in yoga for PTS, perinatal yoga, and inclusivity yoga, while my theater work focuses on social justice.
What would your clients say about you and your company?
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“Eleonora is a very engaging and patient Yoga instructor. She creates a judgement-free environment and makes everyone feel comfortable with their own physical abilities.”
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“During her classes, I was able to come out of my comfort zone in exceptional ways and I enjoyed the stage experience in a way that taught me much more than theater and improv: I learnt about my potential and about myself.”
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“The sense of calmness and relaxation I had after the lesson was unbelievable and I have slept through the night without any back or joint pain. I suffer from Hashimoto disease and my joints are usually sore and inflamed! I truly recommend Eleonora, she is a great yoga teacher, one of the best I ever met.”
What is currently your favorite book?
It is an Italian play, Novecento by Alessandro Baricco. It’s about a pianist who was born and has always lived on a cruise ship.
What is your secret weapon?
I am strong-willed and persistent. I also try to stay positive, believe there is a solution for every problem, and, of course, coffee :)
What advice would you give to your younger self?
Don’t judge other people, as you don’t know what they have been through.
How do you enjoy your free time?
Reading, gardening, walking, traveling, staying with family and friends.
What is something that not many people know about you?
I have two tattoos, one of which is a theater mask that reflects my passion for this art.