A little bit about me.
TAMARA SMONKER
BELIEF #1Â Â
TAO OF MOVEMENT
Growth comes when one learns to align and harmonize the body, mind, and energy.
BELIEF #2
WAY OF UNIQUE PATH
I believe every person is unique, and my mission is to guide each individual in their own way.
BELIEF #3
CYCLE OF RENEWALÂ
Embracing change and adapting to life's fluctuations is key to personal evolution.
I'M TAMI. Â
I am a seeker, a soul who has dedicated her life to understanding and mastering the dance between body, mind, and energy.
I’ve always been driven by an inner fire that seeks both expression and depth. From a young age, movement became my language, a powerful force through which I could not only express myself but also experience profound growth.
The greatest lesson I’ve learned in my four decades of life is to listen deeply to my body while guiding my mind, finding the delicate balance that nurtures longevity and fulfillment.
THIS IS MY STORY
Unfolding strength through milestones, lessons, and passions that shaped my path.
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I spent early years in ballet school exploring the fluidity and grace of expressive dance, before branching out into the vibrant energy of hip-hop, Latin dances, and group aerobics in the 90s.
But it was the rhythm of martial arts that truly captured my soul.
Through the years, I found myself at the intersection of fitness and martial arts, where I envisioned and created SHAPEBOXING—a fusion that filled a gap in Slovenia’s fitness world, training both instructors and students to tap into their potential with strength, discipline, and energy.
Yet life, as it often does, brought me to a turning point.
The pandemic knocked me to my knees, leaving me physically and financially broken. It was in the silence of this time that I was reborn. I had to rebuild my life from scratch, transforming my perspective on the world and my purpose within it. This led me to discover the deep wisdom of Qigong and functional mobility, integrating these into my understanding of self and the way I guide others.
WHATÂ to expect when working with me:
*Qi, mobility & martial arts I Strength through awareness
*Nervous system–based training I Breath, regulation, presence
*Trauma-aware approach I Gentle, clear, respectful
*Structure & softness I Clarity with intuitive flow
*Long-term change I Not quick fixes
*Feminine strength I Soft, rooted, powerful
What makes me the right mentor and coach for YOU?
I Multidisciplinary expertise.
I Business acumen.
I Creative contributions.
I Global experience.
I Trailblazer qualities.
CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING
PROFESSIONAL AND BUSINESS EXPERIENCE
CREATIVE CONTRIBUTIONS
Want to go deeper?
These articles explore the ideas behind my work:
– The way of martial arts
– The Qi: Is connection real?
– How to live YinYang philosophy?
TESTIMONIAL
"I'm so happy i found Tami, she changed my life. Without her guidance and mentorship i would be stuck and lost."
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Vesna Jarc
TESTIMONIAL
"Im mom of 3, i wanted to learn kickboxing. I was waiting for 2 months to get my spot. After one year my transformation and techniques are next level."
