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  • 5/5 catherine p. 10 months ago on Google
    Olivia was an excellent yoga teacher for our practice away from home. Our group had different levels of experience and various areas we anted to focus on and Olivia took all of that in and folded that into our practice. She is very knowledgeable in many different types of practice but we focused particularly on balance, alignment and of course breath work. She came to our rental and was super kind and communicative along the way. She even brought us yoga mats since we did not travel with any. Highly recommend Pen & Thread yoga!

  • 5/5 Sara B. 1 year ago on Google
    Olivia is an amazing yoga instructor. I always get so much out of her classes and walk away feeling good. She has a gentle spirit and I love the mindful themes and affirmations woven into the class so my mind can stretch at the same time. Her strap work is brilliant - I can see the effects of the stability and strength from those exercises off the mat too. I’d highly recommend her classes for all ability levels because she gives great alignment cues and modifications of each pose. Just bring a couple towels if you don’t have a mat, she has blocks and straps you may use. I would hands down say this is the best outdoor yoga in Maui. Taught in a grassy inspiring location overlooking the sea - beach yoga without the sand!

  • 5/5 Ashley W. 1 year ago on Google
    I have participated in a couple of yoga sessions with Olivia and I can’t recommend Pen and Thread Yoga highly enough!! Olivia is kind, knowledgeable and helps me get the most out of each session. I am completely challenged in her classes, but also completely supported in a nourishing and encouraging environment. She helps me get into correct positions and incorporates stretches that are targeted specifically for me. The use of props really blew me away in terms of really getting more out of the experience. Five star experience head-to-toe and can’t wait for my next session. Thank you Olivia!!

  • 5/5 Smita P. 1 year ago on Google
    My husband and I just walked by a traditional yoga class and it reminded me of how different and ingenious Olivia's yoga is and how much I value it. We've been working with her since 2020 and consider her as essential as our doctors. In fact we see her more often to keeps us away from chiropractors, massage therapists and the doctors office. I've suffered from sciatica for decades and used to have weekly visits to the chiropractor. I would crave massages and acupuncture to release tension in my back. But now I call Olivia and she helps my body fix itself. I've done yoga with dozens of instructors and Olivia is the absolute BEST. Of course she pushes me and the entire hour is difficult to do, but the after effects are profound. After other yoga classes, I notice my mood is elevated and I'm glad I did it but it's often repetitive and a tad boring. With Olivia, amazingly she has an absolutely new routine every single time and instinctually knows where to stretch us. So much of our stress is carried in our shoulders and back - and she has a razor sharp focus on building strength and releasing tension in those areas. After a session with her, I feel like I gave myself an intensive massage. My husband also suffers from back issues - from sitting at a computer too long like a lot of us. If you've experienced this - you know how back pain zaps your energy. It only takes one session with Olivia to set him straight. So if you are like me and you've done yoga for years and looking for something new. Or if, like me, you have back issues and don't want to end up having surgery, get Olivia into your life. Be patient and trust her. It takes a few sessions to understand her magic. She's going to ask you to do things with your body you may not have done before. You might even think you can't do it but you can. Her methods are unique and challenging. I've seen people walk away from her because they wanted the usual downward dog/warrior series yoga. They didn't 'get' it. If you are looking for that kind of yoga, there are plenty of others that can provide that. Olivia and her methods are not for everyone - she's truly a healer and she has a unique gift. She's intuitive, thoughtful, full of knowledge about the body. She's also delightful and full of aloha! She's also great with older folks - she gently guides her students to greater mobility and function - and has truly improved our lives. I never post yelp reviews but I wanted to do this one because I know Olivia is capable of helping others with back issues. Give her a call!

  • 5/5 Shannon M. 1 year ago on Google
    I brought a group to a private class with Olivia and it was such a great experience! We were challenged during the class and had a relaxing close to the practice. We also got to watch the sunset with beautiful ocean views, which was amazing! Olivia was very helpful throughout the class and accommodating to beginners. Everyone in my group was very satisfied with the class. I highly recommend Pen And Thread Yoga!

  • 5/5 Kayti R. 2 years ago on Google
    Where do I begin? I have been slow to get back into yoga post-Covid and was really looking for an outdoor practice. When I found Olivia and attended my first class, I knew I’d found something special. Her class isn’t the usual flow yoga, that sometimes feel repetitive and redundant and overdone. She helps to guide you into positions that challenge your body in new ways, finding those deep muscle that true strength builds upon. Now this sounds challenging, but I am a very beginner yogi and Olivia guides you every step of the way. Her classes meet every attendee where they are at, helping each person to find their own strength through correct positioning and support. Not only is the teaching the best, but every class I’ve attended has been held at an incredible outdoor location, taking in all the beauty of nature and fresh air, while enjoying her class. I know in Hawaii they often say find your Aloha, but I’m also so grateful I’ve found Olivia. 🌈

  • 5/5 Robin S. 11 months ago on Google
    Olivia is what I believe to be the best yoga instructor I’ve ever had , and I’ve been practicing for 30 years ! I will see her again when I come back and I will tell all my family and friends about her too

  • 5/5 Alex M. 2 years ago on Google
    I was so grateful that I got to take a class with Olivia! It challenged my body and strengthened my mind. I felt so at ease in her presence, even when I felt like my body wasn’t cooperating, lol. I had never heard of alignment-based yoga, but am so happy that someone is out there doing it! Olivia’s classes take place outside with all the fresh air and some really beautiful views 🌊 🐋 Highly recommend 💕


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