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The 5 Elements Wisdom Academy

The 5 Elements Wisdom Academy brings together knowledge of 3 main ancient traditions, Chinese Medicine, Indian Yogic Philosophy and Shamanism, fused with cutting edge medical knowledge and scientific research.


We seek to bridge the ancient ́s wisdom with modern science to provide tools for you to create a life filled with purpose, joy and optimal health. We believe that by living in accordance with the rhythms and qualities of nature, we can experience harmony within ourselves and the world around us.

our courses

Upcoming Courses and Retreats

Yin Yoga & 5 Elements of Chinese Medicine

Level 1: 100 hours – March 31 – April 11, 2025
Level 2: 50 hours – April 13 – April 18, 2025
Koh Pha Ngan, Thailand

Empowered Yoga Retreat

June 22-29th, 2024
Sierra Nevada, Colombia

Soulful Safari Retreat

Sept, 12-19, 2024
Timbavati, South Africa.

200 hours Yoga Teacher Training

Dec, 1-23, 2024
Jan, 3-25, 2025
Nusa Lembongan, Bali

Rebel Yoga Retreat

March, 1-8, 2025
Koh Jum, Thailand

Wisdom of the Ancestors

Sept, 2027
Koh Pha Ngan, Thailand

The Five Elemental energies of Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water encompass all the myriad phenomena of Nature.
It is a paradigm that applies equally to Nature and humans.

The Yellow Emperor ́s Classic of Internal Medicine

Power of the Elements

In today ́s hectic world, we are becoming increasingly disconnected from ourselves, our true state of being and the natural world around us.

We believe that this separation is the root cause of most of today’s mental and physical health issues as well as the environmental challenges we face on a planetary level.

Earth

Metal

Water

Wood

Fire

Don ́t miss the Early Bird price!

100-hour & 50-hour Yoga Teacher Training:

́Traditional Chinese Medicine & Yin Yoga

Level 1 and Level 2!

Koh Phangan, Thailand

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Our mission

TRAINING PRACTITIONERS

Our mission is to train you to be an authentic, skillful and ethical practitioner of 5 Elements Wisdom Medicine. We believe that this is how we can assist in the birth of a new humanity.

GUIDING PEOPLE

By helping you discover your true nature, revealing your innate abilities, and providing you with the tools and knowledge you need to share your unique gifts with the world.

SHARING KNOWLEDGE

The knowledge you will acquire can be applied for your own growth and transformation, as well as guiding others on their healing journeys.

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Testimonials

The 5 Elements & Yin Yoga Teacher Training offered me something fresh and exciting not just as a yoga teacher, but also as an individual. I was inspired by the depth of the teachings of both Marcela and Tobias and the palpable passion for what they do. I loved the reflective aspect of yin coupled with the connection to the elements which is something quite unique. It is also a highly creative practice with the combination of poses, music and wisdom teachings. It has heightened my connection to yoga, nature and ultimately to my sense of self. Thank you guys. Quite extraordinary! More please!​
Deirdre Madden, Ireland
Deirdre Madden, IrelandYoga Teacher
The knowledge, experience, and depth that Tobias brought to the 5 Elements seminar were refreshing and inspiring. Be ready to go deep with Tobias. As vast amounts of information are dumped and compressed into your being, do not fret, as he mindfully holds space to expand. His ability to use real life experience in his delivery is done in such a manner that the information flows freely into the depths of your consciousness, rather than asking your brain to work to unpack and then reorganize it later. The charisma and playful nature that name just a couple parts of his constitution really cultivate and allow for an environment rich for growth and connection. More often then not, time seemed to be fleeting. As if once the gears got going, we were in a literal time warp and before we knew it the seminar was over, leaving us still fresh and yearning for more! Excited to learn amidst his presence again and to see the evolution of this work. I highly recommend anyone interested in Chinese medicine and the 5 elements to link up with Tobias and this inspirational seminar.
Anthony Carillo
Anthony CarilloUSADoctor
I got to take their 5 Elements Immersion a few months ago in Thailand and it was phenomenal!! These teachers are incredibly knowledgeable, funny, engaging, open and available to our many questions. It’s a challenging but really powerful area of study. We also got to explore Face Reading, which was really fun and illuminating. I’m so grateful for the experience of studying and learning with them and I really look forward to the next opportunity. So if you are considering doing a training with Tobias, Marcela and Nienke you’re in for a real treat! Enjoy, you’re gonna love it!
Francie Fisherman
Francie FishermanCanadaYoga Teacher and Founder of Pure Flow Yoga Thailand
I had been feeling stuck in my life, career and family. I hoped a Face Reading would give me a different perspective. It was amazing! Dr. Stoop was the perfect choice for this very personal insight for me. She uses the tool of Chinese Face Reading along with her deep and varied knowledge of people to help them see their “Best Face.” I came out of the session (skype) feeling lighter and more free than I had in months. Shortly after the session I was moving forward in career paths and family relationships. Oh!, and yes, my face changed! The next morning my lips were soft and filled out, not thin and pale. I was so surprised I sent a photo. I am looking forward to the next session!
Maria Coffman
Maria CoffmanUSA / Doctor
Marcela exudes light, happiness and good vibes. She teaches with so much passion and genuine love for yoga, but also teaches with great strength and clarity. She brings laughter and grace to her teaching style and makes learning interesting and fun. It was amazing to learn from her and connect with her on and off the mat. Marcela has something very special and her energy is contagious. The softness in her yin classes allows students to completely let go and open themselves up. She balances yin and yang beautifully!!
Tonya McGaulay
Tonya McGaulayCanada
I took a 1 week Chinese Medicine & Face Reading & Yin Yoga Immersion with Marcela, Tobias and Nienke in Thailand and it was a very deep journey for me. Personally, I was able not only to understand my emotions better, but also learned how to work with them in a healing way. I learned so much about the 5 Elements of Nature, how to identify imbalances and how to bring them back to a balanced state of being. On a professional level, it gave me a greater understanding of the human body and how yoga poses can affect the emotional and mental states of my students, increasing my awareness as a teacher. It was an incredible training and I loved every second of it.
Camila Reis
Camila ReisBrazil
Pursue the things you love doing, then do them so well that others can’t take their eyes off you.” As soon as I read this quote it brought Marcela to mind. Yoga is her life, her love, her passion, and her truth. She teaches from the heart. I felt safe and confident in her capable hands. She is a true inspiration with her knowledge of Yoga, her intuition and kindness with the human heart. She radiates beauty from outside and within and you can feel this just by being in her presence.
Hayley Lander
Hayley LanderEngland / Yoga Teacher
From the moment you meet Marcela you’re overcome with a sense of peace, calm and mindfulness that she radiates in everything she does – from drinking a glass of water to guiding you through a challenging asana sequence. She makes you feel as though in that moment you are sharing with her that you are only thing that matters to her. Marcela fosters confidence and knowledge in her students allowing them to glimpse their full potential, encouraging them to exist in the moment and embrace their uniqueness and style. She is a beautiful gift to the world of yoga.
Anna Martin
Anna MartinAustralia / Yoga Teacher and Founder of Union Yoga Collective
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