Dragonfly Yoga + Wellness

I finally found a studio that I can call my own! Teachers here challenge you, but they make sure to keep you comfortable and grounded. The space is absolutely amazing– huge open layout with big windows! I’ve purchased the two week new student special, but will definitely continue to practice here with the monthly pass afterwards.

This is my home studio. All of the teachers are incredibly knowledgable. Laurie, Stacy, and Suzanna are amazing, their classes are challenging and inspiring. There is really not a teacher I would discourage taking a class with. The studio itself is beautiful, and feels like a refuge from whatever is going on in my life. I have also taken many of the special offerings, including the teacher training, and those have deepened my practice in innumerable ways. I can’t recommend Dragonfly enough, whether you are a beginner or experienced.

I have done yoga off and on for a few years now, but I have been coming to Dragonfly Yoga pretty consistently since January. Yoga has greatly enhanced my life and I feel so much better from it. All of the instructors are amazing and are very knowledgeable. I really love taking classes from Stacy and Natalie, but also love the different instruction you receive from each teacher. The atmosphere is very friendly and welcoming and I always look forward to coming to class!

This place is awesome. I love it and I love Natelie. Instructors are super awesome and people are very warm. I am a beginner. I probably end up doing wrong poses and stances at times but I am never intimidated by the perfect people around me, if at all I am only encouraged.

I am a beginner, never tried yoga before. I am recovering from spine surgery and having a hard time getting my back muscles stretched back to normal. Everyone suggested yoga. I found this studio by recommendation, they have a great Groupon offering, they also offer a 2 week free I believe. I opted for the Groupon, 1 month unlimited. I go to the Yin and Restore classes and they are amazing! I truly feel refreshed when I leave. The instructors are very knowledgeable, the studio is huge and inviting. You never feel like you need to bring a friend because everyone there is so nice and their mind set is in a good place, to find peace, relax, get rid of the daily stress. Highly recommend Dragonfly!!!

I can’t compliment enough of this yoga studio!!! It’s one of the best studios I’ve been to in the east bay. The yoga studio on its own is a beautiful and serene place to hang out. It’s big enough to host popular workshops and small enough to feel cozy. On top of that, you have Stacy teaching classes there! I am always amazed how she can blend the detailed instructions with the calmness and tranquility qualities perfectly together. And she always makes you feel right at home no matter how new you are to yoga. Highly recommend the place!

This is my new favorite place for yoga. You walk in and feel the love! They have something for everyone. Restore or explore at this wonderful studio.

I am writing this review to give insight into the teacher training program at Dragonfly Yoga + Wellness. I went through the program and I cannot say enough fantastic things about it.
I signed up for the teacher training program under Laurie and Suzanna couple years ago for several reasons. I never anticipated the program to go over and above my expectations. The entire program was well planned, clear, interesting, and insightful. Laurie and Suzanna did an excellent job of taking an incredible mass of information and making it accessible. The program was divided into sections, alternating between asana and philosophy, allowing the students to make clear connections between the physical body and the related philosophical material. Even though Laurie and Suzanna are incredibly knowledgeable (especially with the Upanishads, the Sutras, and other texts), experts were still brought in for lectures on Sanskrit, Anatomy, Ayurveda, Prenatal yoga, and other topics.
We were given a huge notebook with a sheet on every single pose and all of its relevant information. These sheets were created by Laurie and Suzanna, and even use students and local teachers as models. Also included in this notebook are sections on sequencing, yoga history, Yamas and Niyamas, Chakras, 8-​fold Path, anatomy, and much more. As a teacher who creates collections of articles for my students, I know the vast amount of work that goes into creating a book like this one. I still refer to this book regularly in my practice and when I am teaching. This notebook was given to us in conjunction with a reading list. Some of the titles were mandatory, and we also had to choose one book from each section of a great list of books. Needless to say, I have reading recommendations for the rest of my life!
Homework and assignments were fun, interesting, and varied. Yes, we took standard tests that required memorization, but we also had to do a research assignment, an art project, prepare sequences, work in teams, and visit other yoga studios.
One of my favorite parts of the training was learning to chant. Included in our notebook were many of the most historic chants with written meanings. As a bonus, Laurie included a CD of her singing the chants (perfect for learning while driving in the car); and because we had special lectures on Sanskrit, I felt confident in my pronunciation and incorporate chanting into all of my classes.
While Laurie and Suzanna did an excellent job preparing my body and mind for leading students through asana safely, they also taught us about student/​teacher relationships. We had really interesting classes on the psychological wellbeing of the students; for example, we discussed scenarios on how to deal with certain classroom situations (like an overly emotional student) and how to handle them compassionately and professionally. We had several hands-​on assist classes where we learned how and when it is appropriate to assist a student, and how to keep students safe when they don’t want to be touched. We learned modifications and how to teach to any body-​type, including disability.
They also taught us a lot about the «business» of yoga. We had classes specifically on how to craft a playlist and how to make it compliment the particular class we were teaching. We learned practical things like insurance, first aid, what to do in an emergency, and basic studio operations. Before we were given our certificates, we were required to observe, assist, and lead several classes.
When I first signed up for teacher training, I only wanted to deepen my practice. When I graduated I couldn’t wait to teach! I felt so prepared and armed with so much information. I immediately got hired at several yoga studios and developed a significant following. My success as a yoga teacher is a direct result of Laurie and Suzanna’s tutelage.
I give Dragonfly Teacher Training my HIGHEST recommendation.

Great place for yoga. The studio is really nice, open, and has a very inviting feel to it. They’ve done a great job of putting a solid, consistent schedule together, too. My wife have been looking for a good yoga studio in our around Livermore, and this is definitely it! Excited to continue practicing there.

Dragonfly Yoga and Wellness is the best yoga studio I have had the pleasure to practice in. The teachers are incredibly welcoming, kind, intelligent, helpful, and very experienced. The community here has a positive vibe. There is a place here for anyone at all levels with props and assistance provided. The studio is a lovely light filled space over looking the tops of beautiful trees and a great view of the hills. Livermore is so lucky to have this place where I call my second home.

Dragonfly is a calm, beautiful studio for learning and practicing yoga. All of the teachers are talented and caring and they bring different strengths to their classes. I have advanced my practice and learned a lot at this studio.
The space is light-​filled, clean and spacious (no being squished in mat-​to-​mat; you can spread out and claim your space here). Clientele are friendly and welcoming.

My new yoga home! After my 6 month yoga hiatus, my wonderful husband surprised me with a membership after weeks of hinting. I’m so glad I have a daily yoga practice again. It’s amazing the calm and happiness that is felt after a 90 minute practice.
The studio is upstairs in Forrester’s Hall above a pilates studio. It’s surrounded by large windows that stream sunlight in the morning. I like that the cubbies are inside the room so you aren’t worried about your stuff. Props are all provided and plentiful. There isn’t a designated parking lot. Street parking is usually easy in the mornings. I haven’t been for an evening class yet.
I love all of the teachers and each bring their own unique talents to your practice. They are encouraging and quick to provide modifications when needed. Starting up again while being pregnant has been a challange for me. I cannot push myself as much as I used to and usually modify a few poses. Pregnancy changes your body to the point that you aren’t sure whose body this is anymore. But, every teacher has been accomodating and helpful in my journey.
I’m happy that yoga is back in my life and I encourage everyone to think about adding it to theirs!

Dragonfly is the most wonderful place to do Yoga in the TriValley. Their instructors, especially Stacy is very detailed oriented and gives you ways to get the most out of any position. Very interested in the health of her clients, and goes the extra yard to make it a very personal experience. The Flow class is wonderful. Try it you will like it.

Dragonfly is the culmination of years of Livermore yoga, finally perfected in this one studio. These are the best of the best of teachers, making your experience wonderful every time. I know I will consistently get just the class I’m looking for. And as always, the Livermore yoga community consists of a wonderful group of yogis who will greet newcomers, make them feel comfortable and incorporate them into community in no time. If you have always done yoga, you’ll love it — and if you have never tried, now is the time.