About - Mahalo Moves - Yoga, Pilates & Personal Training.

Hi, I’m Yessica

I help high-performing professionals build sustainable strength, navigate life transitions, and feel genuinely good in their bodies—without sacrificing their careers, relationships, or sanity.

My Story: From Burnout to Balance

I didn’t start in fitness. My background is in communication science—I have a Master’s from the University of Amsterdam and spent years working in corporate environments and international development, including projects with UNICEF. I understand demanding careers, international relocations, and the pressure to perform while juggling everything else life throws at you.

But somewhere along the way, I realized something: all the professional success in the world means nothing if you’re exhausted, disconnected from your body, and running on fumes.

That’s what led me to fitness—not as an escape from my career, but as the foundation that makes everything else sustainable. I became a certified personal trainer, yoga and Pilates instructor, and specialized in women’s health because I saw a massive gap: smart, ambitious people deserve evidence-based guidance that respects their complexity, not cookie-cutter programs or quick fixes.

My Approach: Science Meets Real Life

At Mahalo Moves, I combine:

Evidence-based programming rooted in exercise science and research from experts

Holistic coaching that integrates strength training, mobility, nutrition, stress management, and lifestyle habits

Personalized attention because your body, goals, and life circumstances are unique—and your training should reflect that

Sustainable methods built for the long term, not dramatic transformations that disappear in three months

I specialize in supporting people through major life transitions: perimenopause, pregnancy and postpartum recovery, career changes, relocations, and the general chaos of building a life that actually works. My clients are typically between 35-50, juggling careers and families, and refuse to choose between their ambitions and their wellbeing.

Credentials & Expertise

Master’s Degree in Communication Science, University of Amsterdam
Certified Personal Trainer – ACE American Council on Exercise
Certified Yoga & Pilates Instructor – Vinyasa, Yin, Pilates Mat
Women’s Health Specialist – Pre/Postnatal Fitness Certified & (Peri)menopause Training
Evidence-based methodology
8+ years coaching clients across Europe and online

I work with individuals in Madrid and Amsterdam, as well as clients worldwide through online training.

For private and corporate training, I also work with luxury brands like Four Seasons Hotel Madrid and digital nomad focused The Social Hub, to bring movement experiences to corporate events, boost the energy of conferences, and leadership retreats.

Beyond the Gym

When I’m not training clients, you’ll find me researching the latest in exercise science, creating content for my newsletter “Healthy Hacks Mahalo Moves,” or working on communication consulting projects that bridge my two professional worlds.

I believe movement should add energy to your life, not deplete it. Training should make you stronger for everything else you want to do—not become another source of stress or guilt.

If you’re tired of fitness programs that ignore your reality, I’d love to work with you.

Ready to Start?

Book a free 15-minute discovery call to discuss your goals and see if we’re a good fit.

What My Clients Say

I met Jessica around four months ago, and the change I’ve had in my body and mind is just surreal! The workouts are super fun …I train for about one hour, three times a week , and I love it so much. My body got much more defined, I lost a lot of fat, and now I’m in my next phase: focusing on nutrition to gain more muscle and balance my weight with the exercises.

I can’t say enough good things about this Yessica. She is truly exceptional—the perfect mix of challenging, motivating, and deeply supportive. Every session is dynamic and thoughtfully tailored to your individual goals and needs. Whether you’re aiming to build strength, improve mobility, or just feel better in your body, she knows exactly when to push you and when to adapt things based on how you’re feeling.

Not only is Yessica incredibly knowledgable about fitness, strength training and mobility but she also knows how to make the process enjoyable. Every session is tailored, challenging and fun while she keeps you motivated and focused. I am not the type of person who likes exercising. Usually, I am the one who constantly keeps checking the clock waiting for it to be over. But with Yessica time actually flies.

Ready to Get Started?

Let’s have a conversation about your goals, where you’re starting from, and how personal training at Mahalo Moves can help you build the strength, energy, and confidence you’re looking for.

📧 yessica@mahalomoves.com
📱 +31 6 38 42 59 17