About Elisabetta
I’m Elisabetta Maccari, a yoga teacher on Bonaire. My journey into teaching didn’t begin with a single method.
It has been shaped by years of teaching, working with people from different backgrounds, and understanding that no two bodies move in the same way.
How my journey began
I grew up in Italy, but my professional journey has taken me far beyond where it began.
Living and working in different countries gave me the opportunity to meet people with different cultures, lifestyles and ways of moving.
Every experience added a new perspective, shaping the way I observe, teach and support each person today.
What diving taught me about teaching
Before teaching yoga, I spent many years working as a scuba diving instructor in different parts of the world.
Teaching divers showed me that every person learns differently. It taught me to observe carefully, communicate clearly and earn people’s trust before asking them to do something new.
Those lessons continue to shape the way I teach yoga today. Breath, movement and attention are not separate elements—they work together to help people move with greater confidence and ease.
Teaching with clarity, not complexity
My goal is not to make yoga look complicated.
It’s to make it accessible, understandable and useful in everyday life.
I believe people learn best when they understand why they are doing something, not simply how to do it.
That’s the kind of teacher I strive to be.
Every class begins with a simple question: “How are you feeling today?”
It isn’t just a greeting. It’s the beginning of the class. The answer often tells me far more than I could see at first glance. Someone mentions a stiff neck, another a sore back or simply feeling tired. Those conversations help me understand where to begin and how to adapt the practice before we even step onto the mat.
Always learning
I have always believed that a good teacher never stops being a student.
My journey with Yoga Sensibile began with Carla Baruchello, founder of the method, with whom I completed my teacher training.
Since then, I have continued to deepen my understanding of movement through workshops, continuing education and collaborations with professionals from different fields, including Martina Cova, yoga teacher, physiotherapist and founder of PhysioYoga Project.
Every new experience adds another layer to my teaching, helping me refine my work while staying curious, open and grounded in practice.
Workshop with Carla Baruchello
Workshop with Martina Cova
Practice with me
Whether you’re visiting Bonaire or you live here year-round, I’d be happy to welcome you to a group class or work with you in a private session.
Together, we’ll find a practice that fits your body, your goals and your experience.