Meet our International Trainers

We are proud to have a wonderful team of trained and certified Pirts Spirit Trainers who are now sharing Pirts Spirit courses in their own countries. Together, they help bring authentic Latvian Pirts traditions, nature-based rituals, and meaningful human connection to more people around the world.

Below you will find the trainers representing Pirts Spirit in your region. To attend or organize a Pirts Spirit course in your country, please contact Pirts Spirit directly.

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  • Claudio Massa

    ITALY

    Languages: Italian, English, German

    Claudio is a Spa Manager and wellness trainer in Italy with a strong background in sauna culture, guest experience, and education. Passionate about herbs and natural wellness, he believes meaningful experiences are built through human connection, respect, and continuous learning.

  • Sascha Burkhart

    GERMANY

    Languages: German, English

    Sascha is a sauna master practising herbal and Aufguss experiences in Germany. A two-time German Herbal Champion, he brings a wealth of knowledge about herbs and natural wellness and has further deepened his experience through Pirts Spirit trainings in Latvia.

  • Rianne Van De Mierden

    NETHERLANDS

    Languages: Dutch, English

    Rianne is a sauna master, Reiki practitioner, and herbalist practising in the Netherlands. Drawing on her background in beauty care and relaxation massage, she shares her knowledge with care, love, and respect for nature.

  • Barbora Brozova

    CZECH REPUBLIC

    Languages: English, Czech

    Barbora is a sauna master working in the Czech Republic and wellness centres around the world. With a background in physiotherapy and time spent in Latvia connecting with its traditions, she is passionate about natural wellness and sharing her knowledge with others.

  • Hendrik Bißlich

    GERMANY

    Languages: English, German

    Hendrik is a sauna master and massage therapist practising in Germany and wellness centres around the world. Inspired by his first Pirts experience in 2022, he continues to deepen his connection to Pirts traditions, nature, and wellness.

  • Karolina Jarzabek

    POLAND

    Languages: Polish, English

    Karolina is a fitness instructor, sauna master, and trainer with a passion for movement, wellness, and sauna culture. She is passionate about creating immersive experiences and brings energy, care, and connection into everything she shares.

  • Erwin Degryse

    BELGIUM

    Languages: Dutch, English, French

    Erwin is a sauna master practising Aufguss and herbal experiences in Belgium. Holding the title of Herbal King, he brings a wealth of knowledge about plants and nature and has visited Latvia many times to deepen his connection to Pirts traditions.

  • Linn Sandbaek

    NORWAY

    Languages: English, Norwegian, Swedish, Danish

    Linn is a sauna master in Norway with a background in psychology. Guided by love, faith, and passion, she has attended Latvian treatment courses to deepen her knowledge and enjoys sharing her connection to nature with others.

  • Elizabeth Cragg

    UK

    Languages: English

    Elizabeth is a mindfulness and somatic practitioner from England with over five years of experience in Pirts. She co-hosts Pirts Spirit courses in Latvia and has developed a deep connection to Latvian Pirts culture. She is passionate about helping people reconnect with themselves and with nature.