“Stacy is way beyond a yoga teacher. She brings a deep knowledge of the connection between the mind, the body, and nature’s healing principles. She has added so many powerful tools to my life toolbox - from physical poses to yogic breathing to how to pick the right oil for healing. Yoga with essential oils was my Friday night treat because I knew that I would unwind the week in a positive way. Stacy always brought the best energy and somehow picked the oils that I really needed that day. ” - Jamie Nack, President at Three Squares, Inc.

"Stacy TenHouten is a woman of great wisdom. Through years of training, teaching, and her own experiences, Stacy has developed a profound ability to connect with others, understand their pain, and gently offer healing. Stacy’s dedication to her own practices of yoga, art, dreamwork, and essential oils provides her students with a collection of accessible modalities to lean into. I have been grateful to receive much support from Stacy over the past decade. Undoubtably, her friendship and caring is what shines through in her ability to help others transform their trauma." - Amy Bankoff, Wellness Advocate

“Stacy possesses an aura that radiates positivity, and encouragement and creates a welcoming and encouraging environment without judgment. She has an innate ability to connect with everyone - young and old, those with struggles and those who just want to gain a deeper sense of being - and to create a lasting positive effect on those with whom she works. In the sessions with my daughter, she was able to guide her through mindfulness, calmness, and positivity. My daughter would leave the sessions happier and with a deeper sense of peace." Amy Wootton, Esq.

"Stacy TenHouten isn’t just a great yoga teacher. She teaches from the heart and the head, offering poses, breath work and practical tips, -all infused with hard-earned wisdom that helps one’s mental, emotional and physical well-being. Stacy is the real deal and the first yoga teacher I've ever had who taught me about the importance of dealing with trauma in our lives. Stacy also leads by example through her willingness to walk through fear and to be authentic. I highly recommend working with her." - Chris Joseph, Cancer Patient Advocate

I've been taking yoga classes consistently with Stacy Tenhouten (through Santa Monica Yoga) for over 7 years now. I have personally benefited from her guidance and expertise in so many ways, and have felt grateful since day one, for the welcoming, supportive, and expansive yoga environment she creates. With her breadth of knowledge, detailed instruction, and full life experience, Stacy offers her students important opportunities for learning, growth, and self-care in every class!

Stacy is clearly a highly trained yogi, who manages to playfully interweave the physical and spiritual practice of yoga in a way that is accessible and relatable to all folks.  Her guidance and instructions are extremely clear, specific, and helpful-but not overly serious. She gently and knowingly leads her students of varied levels and ages through the physical poses and breath work of yoga while making sure to offer adaptations along the way. Her thorough subject knowledge and gentle teaching style creates a sweet balance of traditional yoga poses and breathing with individualized physical challenges, making each class feel safe, beneficial, inspirational, informative, and fun! 

Stacy has generously shared so much wisdom, goodness, and expertise with all who are fortunate enough to have found her classes. I highly -and appreciatively -recommend her. - Kate Pomatti, Retired Teacher and Artist