Somatic Yoga & Inner Connection
in the Alberni Valley

A peaceful, appointment-based yoga studio for embodied movement, self-inquiry, and healing, guided by the rhythms of your inner nature.

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Meet Livi De Rooy-Peters

Somatic Yoga Therapist • Yoga Mentor • Bodyworker • Author • Doula • Mother

Livi created Twisted Willow Studio as a way to share the healing practices that supported her own well-being. With over a decade of experience, she brings deep presence, skill, and intuition to every offering.

Her work is grounded in the belief that embodiment is a lifelong relationship—with our nervous system, our breath, and our true inner nature. Livi lovingly curates personalized somatic yoga therapy sessions and embodiment yoga group classes to help each student reconnect with themselves on every level: mind, body, and soul.

“My Thai massage experience recently with Livi was nothing short of divine! From start to finish it was very comfortable and relaxing, and the depth of stretch was just perfect for what my body needed at that moment. Livi's studio is one of my favourite places to be because she's creates such a beautiful and welcoming space for everyone. Highly recommend!”

-Meloney E

How we can support you

We offer somatic-embodiment yoga and bodywork to support and guide you home to yourself.

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    Group Embodiment Yoga

    A welcoming space for daily movement, inner reflection, and nervous system regulation.

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    One-on-One Somatic Yoga Therapy

    Personalized sessions to support your body-mind experience utilizing somatic yoga therapy to promote mobility, personal healing and deeper connection to your inner self.

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    Bodywork & Hands-On Support

    Grounded, therapeutic touch for integration, relaxation, and whole-body awareness.

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About the Studio

Twisted Willow Studio was created to carry you out of the busyness of town and into a devoted space for reconnecting with your body and your breath.

Once a commercial care home, this building has been lovingly transformed into a peaceful yoga studio, complete with two private practitioner rooms, a boutique reception area, and a light-filled movement space.

We offer yoga and somatic experiences rooted in compassion, care, and intentional presence. Every session is held in a quiet, appointment-based environment to support your unique path inward.

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“I highly recommend both Livi’s yoga classes and bodywork sessions. I’ve had several sessions with her and my favourites are the Thai massage and the Head massage. Every session with her I am able to access deep relaxation, and my body feels amazing after- pure bliss. She is a highly skilled yoga teacher, it’s extremely obvious the dedication that she puts into her craft. Livi is a true gift to the community and we are so lucky to have her!”

-Krystal K

“Knowledgeable, professional instructors with small personalized classes. Relaxing atmosphere in a quiet location.”

-Christina M