meet the humans behind

Ujeedo

Muwahib Zaki Obied — Founding Director

Muwahib is the visionary behind Ujeedo, a movement-based wellness experience rooted in intentional living, creativity, and collective healing. As someone who has navigated her own journey with mental health and personal growth, she created Ujeedo out of a deep need for accessible, honest spaces that care for the body, mind, and soul. With a background in behavioral work, somatic practice, and a passion for community, she brings a unique blend of structure and softness to every experience. Her energy is ethereal but grounded — a reflection of the kind of healing she wants others to feel. For Muwahib, Ujeedo isn’t just a brand — it’s a calling. A space to move through what you’re carrying, together.

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Emma DeStasio— Instructor

Movement has been my language for as long as I can remember. With a foundation in professional ballet and a 200-hour yoga certification, I guide practices that are equal parts strength and softness—designed to support the body, clear the mind, and sustain you for the long haul. Whether you're chasing performance goals or seeking a deeper connection to your body, my classes are a place to come home to yourself. My goal as an educator is to foster not only technical growth but also resilience, confidence, and a lifelong love of the body in motion.

My offerings are influenced by somatics, Reiki principles, and the grounding presence of the natural world. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or returning to movement after injury or burnout, I hold space for your process. Expect practices that are both grounding and expansive—an invitation to slow down, listen in, and move with purpose.

Heyam Obied— Soulful Wellness Advocate

Heyam brings depth and duality to Ujeedo, bridging clinical knowledge with soulful care. With a strong background in the medical field, she understands the systems that often fail to nurture the whole person — and she’s committed to changing that. Her passion lies in supporting people beyond the surface, offering compassion, education, and presence to those navigating their own healing journeys. Whether she’s holding space during a breathwork session or bringing insight from her clinical background, Heyam reminds us that caring for the soul is just as important as caring for the body. Her presence in Ujeedo is intentional — always thoughtful, always rooted in love.

Nadira Yassin—

Nadira is the warmth at the center of Ujeedo — a connector, a nurturer, and a grounding force in everything we do. As the founder of Dira’s Sauce, a vegan, gluten-free, all-natural hot sauce brand, she’s long believed that food is medicine and love is an ingredient. Her work honors her heritage and her heart, bringing people together through flavor, care, and culture. Nadira’s energy is deeply maternal — the kind that makes you feel seen, held, and at home. She represents the root of Ujeedo’s mission: that healing starts with connection. She is the soil we return to.