Dr. Maarten Immink is a renowned neurocognitive scientist with over 25 years of expertise in understanding how the brain, mind, and movement work together. His research and clinical work have led to major breakthroughs in neurorehabilitation, human movement science, and mindfulness-based therapies. With more than 100 international published studies and book chapters, his work has helped shape modern holistic approaches to promoting health and supporting recovery.
As an innovator in health science, Dr. Maarten Immink has developed evidence-based community yoga interventions to support people through treatment and management of chronic health conditions. His groundbreaking research includes leading Australia’s first clinical trial on yoga and meditation for stroke survivors, establishing evidence that these practices can significantly improve and enrich their lives.
Beyond his scientific contributions, Dr. Maarten Immink is a highly experienced yoga and meditation instructor, with over a decade (1,000+ hours) of teaching. He is also a dynamic speaker, known for making complex science easy to understand and for connecting ancient yoga wisdom with modern medicine. Through his workshops and teachings, he has inspired yoga practitioners, teachers, and healthcare professionals around the world to use yoga as a powerful, science-backed tool for enhancing well-being, aiding rehabilitation, and optimising health.