A life shaped by
movement,
music and healing.
Hola, I'm Carol, I was born in 1991 in Ibagué, Tolima, Colombia.
I’ve been living in the BVI since 2008 and I am the owner of Pura Vida Yoga BVI, as well as Carol’s Spanish Lessons and Music Services.
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I launched Pura Vida Yoga BVI in 2022 after completing my 200H YTT at Nexus Yoga Institute in Nosara, Costa Rica. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of teaching yoga across the British Virgin Islands, from private villas and yachts to luxury resorts and private islands. My approach combines mindful movement, breath-work, meditation, and wellness to create meaningful experiences that meet people where they are.
In October 2025, I also had the incredible experience of completing my 300H YTT in Rishikesh, India—an immersive and deeply transformative journey that expanded my knowledge, strengthened my practice, and renewed my passion for sharing yoga with others.
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I am also a professional violinist and a graduate of the Music Conservatory of Ibagué. Since 2012 I’ve been teaching music - Violin, Guitar, Ukulele, Viola, and Piano—here in the British Virgin Islands. I also teach Spanish and I am a certified Early Childhood Education Montessori Teacher.
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I enjoy developing my meditation practice, traveling, exploring different cultures, philosophies, and religions, practicing yoga daily, reading, watching episodes of Friends, and spending time outdoors - especially watching the sunrise or sunset.
I’m also learning to surf and love sharing positive vibes on social media.
One of my favorite things to do is taking long walks on the beach with my dogs - while listening to a podcast - Chiwi and Charlie, who bring so much joy into my life.
Hope to see you on the mat! xx
Yoga Experience in the BVI
Since founding Pura Vida Yoga BVI in 2022, I’ve had the privilege of teaching yoga in some of the
British Virgin Islands’ most beautiful and sought-after settings, including Necker Island, Sir Richard Branson’s private island, Long Bay Beach Resort, and The Aerial - Buck Island.
I work with resort guests, private groups, villa and yacht guests, and local communities,
creating welcoming and thoughtfully designed practices for all levels.
Training & Certifications
Yoga & Wellness
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• 500-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher
• 200H Yoga Teacher Training — Nexus Yoga Institute, Costa Rica · 2022
• 300H Yoga Teacher Training — Rishikesh, India · 2025
• Usui Reiki Master — 2026
Education & Music
• Professional Violinist — Conservatory of Tolima, Colombia · 2009
• Certified Early Childhood Montessori Teacher — North America Montessori Center
Be sure to check out my interview in Virgin Islands Magazine, where I open up about my life in the beautiful British Virgin Islands and share insights from my personal journey with mental health.
My Journey
I moved to the British Virgin Islands with my family when I was 18 and fell in love with this magical place,
making it my home ever since.
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After seven years of marriage, I went through a very painful divorce in 2023. Navigating the grief and emotional weight of that chapter wasn’t easy, but therapy, yoga, and meditation became lifelines for me. They helped me reconnect with myself, rediscover joy, and cultivate
self-love, self-worth, and inner peace.
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As someone who openly shares my experience with depression, anxiety, and borderline personality disorder, I know how important it is to have tools that support both the mind and body. These practices became an essential part of my own transformation and helped me feel truly at home within myself again.
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Today, I’m passionate about sharing the tools that helped bring me back to myself—creating space for others to slow down, reconnect, and find greater balance, awareness, and peace within.
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Evolve into the next greatest version of yourself.
- Dr Joe Dispenza.