Fatima Faraj
Yoga & Polestar Pilates Instructor
Certified Yoga & Polestar Pilates Instructor
Founder of Light On Studio – Kuwait
📍 Kuwait • 📧 fatmafaraj@email.com •
💪 Professional Summary
Dedicated and certified Yoga and Polestar Pilates instructor with over 16 hours of weekly teaching experience across diverse age groups, including children, seniors, and individuals recovering from injury. With a strong academic foundation in economics and specialized training in therapeutic movement and physiotherapy, I combine science-based practices with mindful movement to enhance physical and mental well-being. Founder of Light On Studio, offering a holistic and inclusive approach to yoga, pilates, and body awareness in Kuwait.
🔹 Education
M.S. in Economics, Kuwait University – 2013–2014
B.A. in Accounting, Kuwait University – 2009–2010
Intensive English Language Program, Texas A&M University – 2014–2015
🔹 Yoga Certifications
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training – Yoga Pod, Texas (2017)
25-Hour Ashtanga Yoga – with Kino MacGregor, Bali (2020)
30-Hour Ashtanga Yoga Deconstructed – Online with Kino (2020)
25-Hour Yoga Anatomy – Online (2021)
50-Hour Yin Yoga – Online (2021)
15-Hour Yoga Philosophy – Patanjali Sutras (2022)
9-Hour Ashtanga Yoga – with Jelena, Riyadh (2023)
3-Hour Thai Yoga Bodywork – (2023)
🔹 Physiotherapy & Movement Training
Sciatica Management Practical Course – Kinesia Physiotherapy Center (2019)
Neck & Shoulders Manual Therapy – Kinesia (2021)
Biomechanics & Pain Science – Gregg Lehman, Kinesia (2023)
Upper Limb Master Class – Loan Gatt, Kinesia (2023)
Women’s Health Workshop – Kinesia (2024)
🔹 Pilates Certification
234-Hour Polestar Pilates Reformer Teacher Training – Connect Pilates, Dubai (2024)
🔹 Other Certifications
CPR Workshop – St. Joseph Hospital, Texas (2018)
🔹 Work Experience
Nafas Wellness Center – Yoga & Pilates Instructor (2022 – Present)
Cocoon Wellness Center – Yoga Teacher (2022)
Six Senses Spa – Yoga Teacher (2019 – 2020)
The Spirit Gym – Yoga Instructor (2019)🏆 Key Skills & Expertise
Teach 16+ hours/week of Yoga & Pilates
Specialized in Vinyasa, Ashtanga, and Therapeutic Yoga
Qualified to teach:
Prenatal & Postnatal Classes
Seniors and individuals with injuries
Children (ages 3–12) – Basic Gymnastics
Experienced in private and group instruction
Deep knowledge of Yoga Philosophy & Eastern traditions
Founder of Light On Studio – A Kuwait-based center for Yoga & Polestar Pilates
Studio Ownership of Light on Studio & Management
Pilates Polestar
Senior & Injury-Sensitive Training
Children’s Gymnastics Instruction
Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Instruction
Private & Group Class Teaching
Therapeutic Yoga & Pilates Instruction
Vinyasa & Ashtanga Yoga Expertise
Yoga Philosophy & Eastern Practices