At first glance, these roles might seem scattered—but woven together, they tell the awe-inspiring story of Iris Vatrana, a woman who didn’t just chase her dreams—she became them.
Who IsIris Vatrana?
Born and raised in India, Iris followed a traditional path early on: she pursued Engineering, completed an MBA, and then added an international feather to her cap by earning a Master’s in International Business from France. At 25, she got married. By 28, she was a mother—and it was around this time that a quiet inner calling began to stir.
That calling was yoga.
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Iris Vatrana's Fitness Journey
What began as a personal journey of self-discovery slowly unfolded into a mission. In 2019, after completing her first Yoga Teacher Certification from Yog Amritam in Rishikesh, Iris stepped onto a parallel path—one that didn’t abandon her corporate career, but rather deepened it.
By day, she was leading HR functions at a global MNC. With over 15 years of corporate experience, she had become a seasoned leader. But before dawn and after dusk, she was flowing on the mat—learning, practicing, teaching. She went on to become a Certified Aerial Yoga Teacher (250 hrs), Aerial Pilates Teacher (200 hrs), and Restorative Aerial Yoga Trainer (80 hrs), blending tradition with innovation in her offerings.
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Iris Vatrana: Work Life Balance
In the digital world, her impact exploded. Today, Iris commands an online family of nearly a million followers across social media platforms, where she teaches yoga, mindfulness, and self-love—making wellness accessible and real for thousands of women juggling work, home, and identity.
Her voice soon reached national stages. Iris has been a TEDx speaker, Josh Talks speaker, and a thought leader on panels hosted by FICCI and People Matters, where she speaks passionately about the balance between ancient yogic wisdom and modern living.
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One of her proudest moments came in 2024, when she was invited to lead a session during the “Yoga with the Prime Minister” event in Srinagar—an unforgettable milestone in her yoga journey. Her show “Yoga for Self Love” on Tata Play Fitness further cemented her space as a modern-day wellness mentor for Indian women everywhere.
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Now, as she turns 40, Iris stands tall—firm in her roots and fluid in her expression. Her life is a testament that you don’t need to give up one part of yourself to embrace another. You can be ambitious and grounded. A mother and a visionary. A corporate leader and a spiritual seeker.
She didn’t choose one version of herself.
She chose to be all of her.
And in doing so, she gave countless other women permission to do the same.
The article is authored by fitness influencer Sugandha Iris Vatrana.
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