WELCOME
Welcome to Iva Yyoga.
Why do you want to practice yoga with me?
Because my teaching style is educated and empowers you. Rather than just teaching you certain poses. I want you understand the learning process involved, so that you learn to understand and listen to your own body.​​​
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"Every yoga pose is bad for somebody including Savasana."
- Paul Grilley
Enhance Your Life with Iva
I was born and raised in Hong Kong. I am a Yoga Teacher and Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider (YACEP). I have been teaching yoga for more than 15 years in Hong Kong and the USA. I have completed over 2000 hours of yoga teacher training and more than 3,000 teaching hours. Additionally, I have academic qualifications in Kinesiology, therapeutic option (B.S), focusing on human movement, injury prevention, and biomechanics. My love for learning also led me to study how to apply science into yoga and I continue to remain open to being a student of life.
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As a cancer survivor, I began to look inside this wonderful container—my body—and to see it from the inside out. I found out that combined yoga practice and meditation help me by alleviating various symptoms and side effects commonly experienced after cancer treatment and they became essential tools in my healing journey. Yoga and meditation continue to bring peace, balance, and gratitude into my everyday life.
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Yoga is more than a practice-it's a way of life. For me, the real yoga begins when I step off the mat. It's about how I move through the world with awareness, compassion and presence.
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My specialized teaching training background includes:
- 600 Hours Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training
- 500 Hours Yin Yoga Teacher Training (Including: Acupressure, Myofascial Release, Chinese Medicine & Meridian)
- Chair Yoga
- Prenatal Yoga
- 150 Hours Certified Meditation Teacher
- ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist
- Certified Flexibility Coach
- Certified Sound Healer
- AASFP / BASI Pilates - Mat Work​​
Weekly Classes Schedule
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Monday
Yoga on chair: Move & Stretch 12pm - 1pm
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Tuesday
Strong-Spice Vinyasa Flow 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Meditative Yin 7pm- 8pm
Wednesday
Gentle Mindful Flow & Sound bath 12pm - 1pm
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Thursday
Yoga for Strength & Flexibility 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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Bay-O-Vista Swim & Tennis Club San Leandro
Monday
Gentle Flow 10:00am-10:50am
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Wednesday 9:30 am, Alameda
Friday 9am, Alameda
Friday 11am, Livermore
Saturday 8am San Mateo
Saturday 12pm Hayward
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Free Saturday Yoga Class at Hayward Library 2026
Event Details
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Unlock energy, strength, and joy in this wellness-focused class. This class is suitable for anyone. Please arrive dressed for stretching. Mats provided.
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Though the class is appropriate for all levels of yoga experience, many of the poses require balance and the ability to move from standing to floor-based stretches without assistance.
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Time : 10:30am - 11:30am (Registration Required)
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Location : Downtown Hayward Library
Fremont Bank Foundation Room - Large Room Whole
(Rooms A and B)
888 C Street
Hayward, CA 94541
(510) 293-8685
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Date :
January 31
February 28
March 28
April 25
May 23
June 20
July 18
August 29
September 26
October 10
November 21
December 5
For more information, please visit Hayward Library Event page.​​​​​
Private Sessions
Experience transformative yoga sessions tailored to your needs. Private session allows you to dive deeper into yoga practice. The focus is on functional alignment and breath, and a special emphasis on proper technique helps you reconnect and rejuvenate your body. Go ahead and book today.
Private Yoga Sessions
60 Minute Private:
One-on-one guidance
SINGLE SESSION: $105
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60 Minute Semi-Private:
Private sessions for couples and groups (5 or more)
SINGLE SESSION: $125
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Private Sound Bath Sessions
Rate:
30-minute: $150
45-minute: $175
60-minute: $200
Travel Fee : $30
**$50 for locations outside San Leandro / San Lorenzo / Hayward / Union City / Fremont / Alameda / Oakland / Berkeley **​​
For more information about booking a private session, please feel free to contact me directly. I look forward to practicing with you!
Cherly Y, Hayward
“Iva is absolutely phenomenal! From the outset she was excellent with correspondence and super accessible. As promised, she arrived 15 minutes priors to our session in order to conduct a thorough assessment of my experience, goals, health, and availability. The session was amazing. I had a challenging workout, but had fun too. Iva incorporated meditation which I appreciate and believe that is essential for my yoga practice! I am looking forward to working with Iva, and excited to learn more about my capabilities and my practice.
Testimonials
Kat F, San Francisco
"We hired Iva for a group yoga session during our company onsite and she was fantastic. Our group was a real mix, seasoned practitioners and complete beginners, and she handled that range effortlessly, keeping it accessible without losing the challenge for those with more experience.
Work quality:
Excellent class, well-structured and thoughtfully paced. Everyone left feeling good.
Value:
Great value for a group session of this size and variety.
Professionalish:
Warm, confident, and clearly experienced working with corporate groups.
Punctuality:
Arrived on time and ready to go, which matters when you're working around a packed onsite schedule.
Responsiveness:
Easy to communicate with in the lead-up to the session, answered questions quickly and was flexible around out needs.
Would absolutely book Iva again and would recommend her to anyone looking for a group yoga experience that genuinely works for all levels."
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Lauren H, Hayward
“I found Iva to help work with my mom who has had two knee replacements and is dealing with a cancer diagnosis. She has a gentle approach and is very easy to work with. My mom texts me after every session to tell me how great she feels. Iva has felped build her confidence in moving her body again and has brought so much peace of mind to help her heal and strengthen.”
Caroline W, San Mateo
“Iva is an exceptional yoga teacher. From the very first session, her professionalism stood out — she arrived prepared, created a calm and welcoming environment, and tailored the session to exactly what I needed that day. Her work quality is outstanding. She explains movements clearly, offers helpful adjustments, and strikes the perfect balance between challenge and mindfulness. I always leave feeling stronger, more grounded, and refreshed. She also provides tremendous value. Each session feels thoughtful, personalized, and well worth it. It’s clear she genuinely cares about her clients’ progress and overall well-being. Highly recommend Iva to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, supportive, and truly skilled yoga instructor."
Pantawan T, Hayward
"Iva is amazing!! She is very professional. It was first time for me trying yoga but Iva she's very patient. She helped me pointed out my problems and corrected my pose. After a few sessions, I can feel my body became more flexible. I am very happy to work with her and looking forward to next session :) ."
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Matt S, Pleasanton
“We worked with Iva for several weeks as beginners for private classes. She was helpful and knowledgeable. We learnt a lot and had enjoyed her classes. ”
Catherine T, Oakland
“Iva is superb helpful. I have a very wonderful first session with Iva today. she listens to my needs and understand my limitations and help me to achieve my goal. I will continue to work with Iva to get my strength back."
Kimberley S, Hayward
"It was such a great experience! I wanted to kick off my birthday feeling rejuvenated and Iva helped us feel so complete. Her studio was very welcoming with hot tea. She met us at our skill level and made changes to some of us who were pregnant. She had all the materials there and I would definitely work with her again."
Cherry Y, Livermore
"Iva is a skilled, focused instructor who leads strong, challenging classes that really help you grow and deepen your yoga practice. Her teaching style is calm, clear, and very intentional. The classes aren't choreographed with music; however, you're welcome to bring your own music, which works great for me. She is punctual, dependable, and her prices are very reasonable as well. If you're looking for a solid, no-nonsense practice that helps you build strength, balance, and agility, Iva is the instructor for you."
Jyothi N, Fremont
“Iva is an amazing yoga teacher with solid technique. She is patient and tailors' instruction content/pace based on the student and ensures amazing learning outcomes. She brings high energy to her classes and drives engagement."
Christine P, Hayward
"I was looking for private lessons to accommodate my busy schedule and was able to connect with Iva. Lessons have been great and vary depending on what I'd like to focus on. Definitely feel more confident in doing yoga - thanks Iva!"
Liah C, Berkeley
“Absolutely amazing! Conducted 3 private yoga sessions for us and they loved it. Will definitely book again : )”
Gary G, Fremont
“Iva is a overall outstanding person in her preparation and is committed in helping others to get to their next level in spirit and mind and soul. I strongly recommend her for anyone to see. I will continue our journey for along time."
Marissa M, San Mateo
"Iva was easy to communicate with, she was incredibly quick in her responses. Her passion for yoga and wellness was obvious in her practice. I hired her for a wellness yoga session. She was patient with those who were struggling with certain poses. Iva provided gentle feedback and pose adjustments when needed. She was truly a joy to have in the building and everyone who attended felt great after."
Jiayan Z, Fremont
“Iva is very professional and easy to work with. For example, during the practice, she is able to spot the imperfections in my pose and point it out for me. In addition, she is happy to work with me on my schedule. Overall, I definitely recommend her to anyone who wants to learn Yoga.”
Amina S, Fremont
“Iva has been so wonderful. She was always on time and communicates well. She has been teaching my elderly mom yoga these past few weeks and has felt improvement in her range of motion and strength and she overall enjoys her class. I hope to join her class soon."
Marc S, Pleasanton
"I look forward to each lesson and leave feeling immensely better."
Alex M, Berkeley
“Iva was a great instructor! Would definitely work with her again.”
Contact
Yoga has brought me so much joy, comfort and wellness. If you have any questions regarding my services, please feel free to contact me. I am always eager to answer your questions.
Yoga Sociale
938 B St., Hayward CA94541
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​​Bay-O-Vista Swim & Tennis Club
1881 Astor Drive, San Leandro CA94577
Email : ivayyoga@gmail.com
Phone : 510 826 6032