Our History
Anne-Charlotte VUCCINO - Founder and CEO
A former strategy-consulting director, HEC Paris graduate with a master's in philosophy and international management, Anne-Charlotte discovered yoga following a serious car accident while she was running an NGO in Africa during her studies.
In 2015
She trained in India, developed the Yogist-Well At Work method, and joined the startups in the HEC incubator at Station F.
In 2018
At VivaTech, Yogist showcased its digital wellness coach, which helps workers stay healthy in body and mindin the digital age.
In 2020
The Well At Work Academy was founded to train, certify, and equip wellness coordinators within organizations to transform the workplace from the inside out.
As a speaker and trainer, Anne-Charlotte has been raising awareness among business leaders about leadership and workplace well-being in France and internationally for over 10 years.
Anne-Charlotte has published her method in three books: *Comme un Yogist* (Solar, 2015), *Pauses Yogist* (Solar, 2020), and *La Méthode Yogist pour soulager les maux des écrans* (Solar, 2026).
"Helping everyone work sustainably is how we shape the future of work.”
OUR MISSION
For over 10 years, we have been helping companies to:
- Protecting employees' mental health in the age of digital work
- Combating sedentary behavior
- Promoting mental and physical well-being
- Unlocking business performance
OUR DOUBLE INNOVATION
A corporate approach that is simple and accessible
The first fully corporate approach to mental and physical health prevention and workplace well-being:
- Without equipment
- At the workplace
- In a meeting
- Using business-friendly language
- Open to everyone
A sustainable internal distribution model
A new approach to dissemination, training, and knowledge transfer that’s 100% effective:
- With internal champions trained within the company to drive change in work practices and organizational structures from within
Results
employees trained
Large corporations, mid-caps and SMEs have adopted the Well At Work method
In-house Well At Work Champions trained and certified
OUR VISION: REGENERATIVE WORK
Practices developed in collaboration with our clients and proven over the years
#Care
This means incorporating periods of physical activity and rest into daily work routines, thereby protecting everyone’s mental and physical health.
#Management Innovation
It means establishing collective rituals that foster focus, creativity, dialogue, listening, and effectiveness.
The #FutureOfWork
It means creating a healthier work environment that reduces stress and sedentary behavior — driving sustainable performance.
The #Employee Experience
It means taking care of your teams’ physical and mental well-being so they can perform at their best.
OUR BELIEF: Quality of life at work is experienced every day
- Prevention and well-being activities take place during working hours — built into the team's calendar, not pushed to breaks or personal time.
- Managers must lead the way, creating shared moments of relaxation and movement that fuel team performance.
- Breaks and recovery periods are key to building skills and improving performance: concentration, creativity, mental clarity, and team cohesion.
- These initiatives must be consistent and supported by an internal employee to foster a new work culture.
our scientific advisory board
They have endorsed our approach and are working with us to improve workplace health
Physicians
Jean Pierre Houppe, Cardiologist and
Gérald Kierzek, Emergency Physician
Osteopath
Jérome Sebban
Occupational psychologist (ergonomics)
Marlène Biotteau
Neuroscientists
Isabelle Simonetto and Erwan Deveze
Mind-body therapist (sophrology)
Mireille Barreau
PREVENTION
Combining ergonomics and wellness, Yogist bridges the gap to promote better mental and physical health in the workplace
Primary prevention
The environment comes first
- Goal: to prevent problems from arising
- Measures: ergonomic furniture, appropriate lighting, workspace design…
Secondary prevention
The Forgotten Step: The Role of Yogist
- Goal: to prevent discomfort from developing into a medical condition
- Activities: active breaks, breathing exercises, and postures to reduce stress and musculoskeletal disorders
Tertiary prevention
Managing a disorder
- Objective: to support an employee who is already struggling
- Services: medical care (occupational health, physical therapy, mental health services, etc.)
OUR TECHNIQUES
To protect mental health and combat sedentary lifestyles and musculoskeletal disorders at work: Take active breaks and recovery moments — in the office, remote, alone or as a team.
A comprehensive guide to workplace issues
150 exercises, 10 steps, tailored to each profession and environment
OUR METHOD
- Business-grade: pedagogy and language tailored for corporate environments
- Active: short micro-exercises you can do on your own to move, relieve stress and refocus…
- Scientifically validated by a panel of experts
- Simple, takes just two minutes, and easy to do
- Inspiring: A fun, engaging teaching approach that builds connections
- Inclusive: Designed for everyone, regardless of profession or work environment
- Regular: Do this every day
What Sets Us Apart
Our certifications
The quality certification was issued for the following category or categories of activities:training activities
THE BENEFITS
Well At Work Techniques That Boost Performance
Less Stress, More Productivity
- 87% of work-related illnesses are linked to musculoskeletal disorders
- 50% of sick leave is due to stress and musculoskeletal disorders (INRS)
- -30% stress: Regular breathing exercises and stretching reduce perceived stress and help prevent musculoskeletal disorders
- +30% focus: A 5-minute active break every hour reduces cognitive fatigue and improves attention and productivity (FRC Study)
- +12% productivity: A healthy employee is more productive (University of Warwick)
- -25% absenteeism: in companies that invest in workplace well-being (Harvard Business Review)
THE RESULTS
Immediate feedback after the first experience: 4.8/5
- 80% give it a score of 10 out of 10
- 100% of participants report immediate benefits: relaxation, a boost in energy, and exercises that are easy to repeat.
- 100% found the workshop interesting and useful
- 80% would recommend the workshop to a colleague
- 90% found the speaker to be excellent
- 88% want regular sessions
Rating after a 6-month program: 4.5/5
- 60% feel they are in better mental health (less fatigue, greater efficiency)
- 76% report physical improvements (less muscle tension)
- 60% have adopted new individual work methods
- 75% of users appreciate the Yogist digital coach for helping them repeat the exercises
- 32% take active breaks as a team
- 11% are willing to serve as advocates to promote these practices within their team
Our speakers...
YOGIST facilitators were trained at the Well At Work Academy. Carefully selected, these Quality of Working Life (QWL) experts have a deep understanding of the workplace, its challenges, and its norms. 40% are also certified in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA).
- Delphine: Former Events Director certified health and wellness coach, specializing in improving quality of life in the workplace
- Pauline: Former Communications Officer, Consultant, and Trainer specializing in the prevention of musculoskeletal disorders and stress management in the workplace
- Hélène: Former HR Project Manager specializing in management consulting, group facilitation, diversity and inclusion, and workplace well-being
...Everywhere
450 facilitators from the Well At Work Academy
AND ALSO
- BRAZIL
- UNITED KINGDOM
- SINGAPORE
- SPAIN
- ITALY
- HUNGARY
- GERMANY
