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JIVA The practice of Yoga is firmly rooted in the belief that real transformation comes from a consistent practice over time. There are so many "quick fixes" out there and we all have at least one or many times run towards them in hopes to (you fill in the blank). Show up each day with the intention to be your best self and put this into action on your yoga mat.

Watch the results unfold right before your eyes. Our commitment is to help you develop a lifelong yoga practice and to experience the transformational and wellness shifts that the yoga lifestyle offers.
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I founded Jiva Yoga in 2001. It was my passion and I wanted to just share with as many people as possible. I started by supporting my yoga passion thru my massage therapy business, it was literally the caboose pushing and encouraging the growth of the yoga program. Over the years it has organically grown into this amazing community of teachers and students beyond anything I could have imagined.
There are many different styles of yoga. Some styles are fast paced and vigorous while others are very gentle and slow-moving. All of the styles of yoga have benefits, so evaluating your individual needs and personality type will help point you in the right direction. Read the descriptions of the styles of yoga offered at Jiva Yoga Center.
Over the years, we've learned a lot from our thousands of first-time students! We're committed to your enjoyment and satisfaction of your yoga experience at Jiva Yoga Center. One of the first questions we are asked is "what classes should I sign up for?" These classes' are designed to expose you to a variety of classes and benefits of practicing at Jiva Yoga Center. From here, we'll help you grow your practice with intermediate and advanced classes and workshops. Our classes are designed for all levels.
Whether you have taken a thousand classes or you are considering taking your first class, we want you to come to yoga prepared to practice, ready to learn and willing to explore. What should you expect at Jiva Yoga? Great people. Great energy. Great yoga. The first time you come to the studio, arrive 15 minutes early.
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Lisa B.
Feb 27, 2022
I absolutely loved this yoga studio during our visit to Hilton Head in February 2022. The classes were so varied and always the right amount of effort, ease, and quiet. The class times were perfect for this vacationer. This was my first time back in a studio since Covid started and my soul is now well nourished. I will be back when we visit HHI again.
Angela F.
Dec 01, 2021
Omg where to start I went for a Lymphatic Drainage massage with Greg Schenkel. I came home from Jacksonville Florida and found him. This brother knows what he's doing. His setting is relaxing he listens to his client. I felt amazing! You won't be disappointed. I will be booking my next appointment. Your amazing
Andrea Ley Coombs
Oct 06, 2021
What a fantastic morning spent with Connie! Her sequencing was creative and thoughtful. A completely enjoyable experience!
Breezy P.
Jun 07, 2021
They acted nice to rope me in to spend money on classes I didn't have when I was broke. when I did go in, most of the clients were like the stepford wives if they were all from Cincinnati. they were leering, sneering and appeared to have prescription drug / alcohol related day user problems. I went to a gathering and it felt like the owners were swingers / sexually inappropriate given that I'd paid to be a student from them. they praised my 00 figure, but when the bad energy there and personal problems lead me to gain weight, they all body shamed me.

The owner, Jean, seemed like she has a disorder as she would be so nice but then talk shit when she thought you had left. she treated me like I was a second class person and was really two faced. It Was so harrowing I didn't do yoga for years afterwsrds.
Kim Nimmo
May 24, 2021
Love this place! Thank you, Jean and Connie for making my trip to Hilton Head memorable!
Tori Morger
Mar 28, 2021
Yoga with Jean on the beach is the best way to start your morning
Ruth Hauck
Jul 24, 2020
Jiva is open, clean and following the town ordinance to keep us all safe. Reservation only policy gives everyone plenty of room to social distance and still enjoy their great teachers! Please contact Jean with any questions or concerns and join your favorite class soon.
Lauren Nines
Jan 29, 2020
I just love how friendly and welcoming everyone has been to a newbie
Barbara Heil-Sonneck
Nov 28, 2019
My go to place when visiting Hilton Head. Amazing teachers and always leaving with such a positive vibe.
Patty Snoke
Nov 06, 2019
Clean, good atmosphere in lobby and studio, easy to follow with options to challenge.
Bernadette Montali
Oct 08, 2019
Beautiful studio with great knowledgeable instructors.last night I took a Kundalini Class with Candance Blair and she was excellent.the gong during savasana was fantastic and I will definitely take this class again
Nicholas W.
Sep 14, 2019
Me and my wife took a spur of the moment trip to Hilton head. Couldn't wait to get to some ocean. I had been repairing my skimboard at a garage up the road. Trying to let it cure as long as possible before final sanding. I had given my keys to the house sitter the night before and could not get to my skimboard from the garage. Profesional skimboard are 350-600$ We get there and i decide to call all the "surf shops" i could find online.

Most had recordings saying " its past laborday we closed early now". My wife suggested that i call the place we had done SUP dolphin tour a few years. Long shot i thought but always take wifes advice. BAM! Some guy answers and is like yeah well wait on you how far are you away. I verify im old man weighing in at 170 he has that kinda board. He tells me the brand and its got grip we got wax come and get it.

I tell him were there in 5 minutes. We get there sure enough this place has a full line of quality rentals. Like a hidden surf rental location. Jack pot! This board was better than the one i have and rental price was very fair. If we could of stayed longer I would of tryed out the boogie board they had. We rented the board right at closing and didn't get it back till the next day.

The first yoga class started at 830 that morning. They had quite the following. All ages and types looked like it would of been a really good class. We will be attending when we come back and stay longer. This is hilton heads surf shop IMO.
Ashley Lynn Caputo
Jul 15, 2019
Amazing instructors, beautiful studio, and everyone is incredibly friendly.
Craig D.
Jun 27, 2019
After playing tennis each day in Hilton Head, my family was looking for a Yoga Studio nearby. Jiva Yoga Center was a great find on the island. The entire family wanted to go back the next day after tennis. Staff was friendly, studio was clean. We will go back next time we are in Hilton Head.
Jill L.
May 20, 2019
Based on the reviews I was so excited to try this studio and unfortunately was incredibly disappointed. The teacher did not arrive to open the studio until 5 min before class. The teacher did not make me feel very welcome once I said I was on vacation. However I never said how long nor was I asked or encouraged to come back while visiting. The instructor did not provide a lot of modifications or cue to better alignment - knee in line with your ankle etc. perhaps I am used to a different form of yoga teacher and/or studio.
Sara S.
Apr 06, 2019
Such a great yoga studio! Jean's classes are wonderful. Was here on vacation and came almost every day to Jiva. Will be back!
Beverly S.
Dec 21, 2018
It is so rare to find a strong yoga class that is satisfying for someone who is more advanced. Paula Lynn Eagle took great care to let me play the harder edge that makes me happy while still taking care of her regular students. She's fun and knowledgable and doesn't do the breathy, airy-fairy stuff that seems to be pervasive in yoga. She gets right to work with yoga play. You will love her and her class. :-
Marla Kleinman K.
Jan 05, 2018
I just joined Jiva Yoga Center and have attended one class. Staff is professional and friendly. I'll be taking an introduction to yoga class on Sunday that I'm really looking forward to.
Off Island Dental Care
Dec 16, 2017
We LOVE JIVA Yoga! Super nice folks and are great with class visitors!
Sandra P.
Aug 31, 2017
Great place wonderful atmosphere the instructors are very kind and very understanding and make you feel very welcome great locations excellent teachers just be sure before you sign up on the contract that you're absolutely sure you're going to be able to go for a year because if you have any kind of injury they are very unsympathetic to that.
Amanda K.
Jul 01, 2017
I was super impressed with this yoga studio. I recently took a family vacation to Hilton Head and wanted to schedule a group yoga session on the beach. I reached out and got an immediate response from Jean who was awesome! She lead our class for a variety of levels and it was wonderful! I also went to a group beach yoga class offered by the studio and it was an awesome and peaceful class on the beach. Would highly recommend this studio!
Sam M.
Sep 08, 2016
I took a yoga class when I was in Hilton Head on vacation from Wendy Methvin. She was a great teacher explained all the posses very well. I did have a negative experience when I went to sign up at the hotel I was staying at. The recreational staff member at the hotel told me I was too fat and retarded to do yoga. I was upset when the girl said this to me but I didn't let that stop me from doing yoga.

It was my first time doing it. I also enjoyed how it was on the beach! I am actually going to sign up for yoga in my hometown! I have depression issues and I think it will help me relax as well as Iam a runner it will be a good stretch! I thank Wendy Methvin! Next time, I go to Hilton Head, I would take it again from Wendy but would stay at a different hotel so I won't have to face the staff member who said that yo
Cheryl H.
Sep 07, 2016
Beautiful beach yoga this morning! Awesome weather and awesome yoga instructor who was excellent in giving instruction for a nice yet challenging flow of postures with good pointers when needed to improve practice. The amazing extra touch was when we were in our final pose for relaxation (corpse pose) and she placed wet, cool lavender cloths on our eyes /face. Incredible feeling and the aromatherapy aspect was so relaxing. You cannot go wrong at this yoga studio or the beach! Treat yourself and savor the experience.
K. K.
Jul 09, 2016
What a special and centering treat during my vacation! The staff were so helpful getting us set up for our class. They are consistent with their timing and offering. Very professional. The space is peaceful, serene and beautiful.
Sheila Smith
May 11, 2016
This is an awesome studio with fantastic teachers, a variety of classes and a gorgeous space. I love to practice in a group setting and feel lucky that I have a beautiful new studio to attend. I would highly recommend Jiva Bluffton to anyone who practices yoga or wants to start.
Andrew Smith
Jan 18, 2016
Great studio and friendly, professional staff. Highly recommend.
Kirsten R.
Nov 09, 2014
Had a great class, instructor was welcoming, knowledgeable, and offered non-intrusive adjustments that helped me find ease, especially in the shoulders. Schedule offers many options, 2 studios and beach classes. You can also find more info on Instagram to see the teachers and abilities. Good price point too - fair, sticking to asteya.
Joy A.
Jul 17, 2014
Went paddle boarding this morning with Ken and was totally sold on the BOGA yoga board. Wide base and excellent stability! Ken was so accommodating to all my concerns. My major concern was transporting it, using my Fort Mustang Convertible, he took the time with me to carefully plan options and came up with 2 ways to safely transport my board. Ken Thank you for everything! I love Jiva yoga studio for my yoga practice and SUP! Now that I have a board of my own I can enjoy my practice on my board on the beautiful water!
Wendy S.
May 22, 2014
Had a blast paddle boarding/yoga at sunset. Such a laid back fun vibe. Thank you so much. Recommend it to new and experienced. Fun for everyone!