company bio

yoli-poli was born out of necessity when after a long, frustrating, and fruitless search for the perfect yoga mat bag, founder Yolanda designed a creative solution that allowed her to fulfill her functional needs while staying true to her fashionable heart. 

Growing up on the Kona side of the Big Island in Hawaii, Yolanda developed a deep appreciation for yoga and its natural approach to fitness. In her early years her family lived on the coffee land in a house with no indoor plumbing - that is where her mother introduced her to the benefits of yoga and natural living. Yolanda has been practicing yoga regularly for the past ten years, with Hatha and Jivamukti being her favorite. 

Yolanda is an alumnus of the Fashion Institute of Technology in NYC and a member of The Fashion Group International. She has worked for such iconic companies as Burberry, Coach, and Longchamp where she learned how important it was for a woman to have just the right bag for every occasion – including working out. Working for the The Disney Stores/The Children's Place rounded out her experience in the fashion industry and would prove especially helpful in developing her children's line. 

As a mother of two, Yolanda began to bring yoga into her home. Her daughters enthusiastically joined her as she worked through her routines. How great, she thought, would it be to help other parents encourage their children to develop an early appreciation for the benefits and enjoyment of yoga. Her own daughters' youthful energy and innocence inspired her Lil’ Yogi characters. 

yoli-poli is dedicated to promoting physical activity and good health. With the current epidemic of childhood obesity, yoli-poli is determined to show kids that physical fitness can be both beneficial and fun. The company believes in giving back to the community and supports non-profit organizations that focus on bringing physical education to our youth.