Yoga Centered

Took a nice relaxing basic flow class today. Loved it, it was just what I needed. Bought some stuff in their shop afterwards too… Some real beautiful clothes. Can’t wait to come back here!

I’ve always wanted to try yoga but would find every excuse in the book, to busy, no time and best of all I don’t want people to stare and laugh at me. I finally got the courage to attend a workshop that was offered by Yoga Centered. From the very first class I realized that NO ONE cared about me and what I looked like. I was just being critical of myself as I’m sure many of us are!
I LOVED it so much that I signed up for another class.
I am so IN LOVE with my new found yoga class that I want more. I’ve only taken a class with Molly Masaoka and she is AMAZING and I’m sure that the rest of the instructors are just as amazing as she is! Many thanks to Molly and Everyone at Yoga Centered for being a blessing to people like me!

Such a beautiful space, and the teachers are both talented and compassionate. The most welcoming energy, while still presenting challenges in the practice. Always something new going on!

It’s true that I am a little biased because the owner is my sister but even if she wasn’t this is the yoga studio that I would choose. The owner, Molly is committed to making a beautiful and serene space that her clients can enjoy while offering excellent yoga instruction. Molly and the staff at Yoga Centered are committed to constant growth and improvement and want their clientele to be happy and healthy. As far as the yoga, I have never taken a «bad» class. Although I might have my favorite teaches, ALL of the yoga instructors here are top-​notch, providing excellent and safe instruction and often guidance and reminders of spiritual principles. I am always so glad that I came to yoga. And of course you can’t forget the adorable, stylish clothes that are in the boutique. I also appreciate that Yoga Centered is more than a place to do yoga, it is an awesome gathering space for positive and healthy people in the community that often network together and create beautiful and inspiring results! Don’t be afraid, just try it! You won’t regret a minute spent on your mat!

I am an on-​again/​off-​again yogi who has been coming to Yoga Centered since 2008. It has changed ownership since then but no drastic changes have been made.
The practice space can fit about 30 people if packed in mat to mat, but I’ve rarely seen a class run out of space. The exception to this is Pascale Fasciano’s Buddhi yoga class. I have been mainly attending only Buddhi classes for the past year and she is AMAZING! The only way I’ve been able to describe Buddhi yoga is «Twerking with a purpose». It combines yoga, plyometrics, dance, and more. Get ready to burn some serious calories. This class is not for the faint of heart or self-​conscious. Pascale is also not an instructor who will just call out poses or moves. She does the entire class with you, and I have yet to see anyone keep up with her from start to finish. But that’s the fun of it all! The lights are turned down and the music is pumping and everybody is in there to have fun and get there Buddhi on! If you plan on attending Pascale’s class, get there early to snag a spot, especially when the University is in session.
Another little gem about this studio is their boutique. They carry Manduka mats in all colors, locally made bikinis and yoga wear that we would usually have to go off-​island or online to purchase. Some examples are Hard Tail, 3 Dot, and XCVI. Even if you’re not into yoga, they have some seriously cute selections.
If I could make one suggestion to the owner, it would be to offer a Mommy & Me class. My kids are old enough to take interest in the things I do, and many times I can’t attend class because I am with them. I would love to bond with them over something as wonderful as yoga.
Overall, this is a place with a great vibe and excellent customer service. If you’re on a budget, take a community class for only $ 5. No matter what class you attend, no one will judge you or your skill level, or in my case, they always welcome me back with a smile even after a few months of serious slacking!

I am on day 4 of my yoga journey and am loving it! I am taking advantage of the $ 20 for 10 days of yoga right now. I will most definitely be buying a class pass as soon as it’s over, because I have loved it so far. I was slightly intimidated by trying yoga; I imagined all of these slender, flexible women around me putting my novice skills to shame. It was not like that at all! There are many slender flexible women, but there are individuals of all shapes, sizes and levels, to my relief.
The classes I have been to so far range from about 10 – 15 people in a quiet room with wood floors. They have props to use if you don’t have your own, and rent yoga mats as well. Molly Masaoka, an instructor (and also the owner) is just great.

I first went to yoga centered on the suggestion of a friend to help with some back pain. My first class was the R&R class taught by the owner, Molly. It was amazing! I have since gone back a number of times and have found every instructor to be equally as good, always bringing something else to the experience. Through their instruction, my back pain went completely away! I try to go to class as often as my schedule permits. They are by far the number one yoga studio in town.

I reccomed Shae’s morning asthanga program. She is an authorized teacher, authentic practice! Excellent workout.

I was excited to happen upon this studio during my recent vacation. I attended two classes, a Jivamukti one with Soozie and a Flow class with Lei. Soozie’s class was very characteristic of Jivamukti, good although this is not the style that resonates with me most. Lei’s class was absolutely wonderful. She has a warm energy and it comes through in her instruction and wonderful adjustments. The flow was strong that I was sweating in no time and there was such a sense of sweetness to her flow. This was one of the best classes I have taken in years !
It is rare for me to practice at a studio that is not my «home» one and experience such a remarkable class but this studio has a wonderful warmth to it and the instructors (at least the two I took) were knowledgeable and created a beautiful space to practice in.

Small to medium yoga studio located in downtown Hilo. In spring 2007, I went to a few of their community classes held during the lunch hour and enjoyed getting back into the routine. The class was quite crowded probably because fees were reduced $ 5.00 (all I could afford since I was willfully unemployed). However, more recently, I went to their vinyasa flow class (probably 8 – 9 students) and really enjoyed it. The instructor was one of the best that I’ve had, well versed in all aspects of the practice and, of course, much much more flexible than me! The class was in the evening which was enjoyable since the normal downtown background noise was missing. I plan to attend more classes, would highly recommend this place for anyone looking for somewhere to call home.
The studio does have a storefront selling various yoga accessories, I haven’t purchased anything but their selection does look extensive.