Yoga with Jillian: A Journey to Strength, Balance, and Inner Peace
Yoga is more than a workout—it’s a path to self-discovery, healing, and transformation. With over a decade of teaching experience, I offer yoga that goes beyond the physical, creating a sanctuary where you can connect deeply with yourself, cultivate strength and balance, and find peace in your body and mind. My teaching weaves together asana (postures), pranayama (breathwork), meditation, and chanting to offer a holistic practice that nourishes both body and soul.
Whether you’re new to yoga or have been practicing for years, my classes are designed to meet you where you are. With a focus on alignment, mindfulness, and the nervous system, my approach invites you to go beyond movement and explore the deeper layers of yoga.
Why Practice Yoga with Me?
I’ve spent years refining my teaching to create classes that are accessible, empowering, and deeply nurturing. My goal is to help you feel supported, safe, and inspired on your mat—whether you’re looking to build strength, release tension, or simply breathe and be.
Here’s what sets my classes apart:
Holistic Approach: My teaching integrates asana (physical postures), pranayama (breathwork), meditation, and chanting, offering a well-rounded practice that supports your body, mind, and spirit.
Informed by Experience: With years of practice and study—including training in India and teaching in transformational settings like the Amazon Jungle—I bring a rich tapestry of wisdom to my classes.
Nervous System Support: My classes are designed with your nervous system in mind, helping you release stress, find balance, and cultivate inner calm.
Inclusive and Compassionate: Whether you’re 5 or 90, a beginner or an experienced yogi, my classes are tailored to meet your unique needs and abilities.
Custom Additions: For those seeking a deeper practice, breathwork and meditation can be incorporated into your session to enhance your connection, clarity, and inner peace.
The Transformative Elements of My Yoga Practice
Pranayama (Breathwork): Learn to harness the power of your breath to calm your mind, energize your body, and connect with your inner self.
Meditation: Develop clarity, focus, and inner peace through accessible and grounding meditation techniques.
Chanting: Experience the vibrational power of sound to release stagnant energy, awaken joy, and deepen your spiritual connection.
Asana (Postures): Build strength, flexibility, and alignment through mindful movement tailored to your body’s needs.
Yoga for Every Body
I believe yoga is for everyone, and I design my classes to reflect that. Each practice is an invitation to listen to your body, honor its needs, and move in a way that feels good to you.
My Offerings Include:
Vinyasa Flow: Dynamic, flowing sequences to build strength, flexibility, and mindfulness.
Restorative Yoga: Gentle, supportive poses to relax your body and calm your mind.
Private Sessions: One-on-one yoga tailored to your specific goals and needs, whether you’re recovering from an injury, seeking stress relief, or looking to deepen your practice. Private sessions can also include breathwork and meditation upon request for a fully customized experience.
What Students Are Saying
"Jillian’s classes are like coming home to myself. Her teaching is grounded, compassionate, and so deeply knowledgeable. I always leave feeling strong, balanced, and at peace."
"Jillian has a way of making yoga feel both accessible and profound. Her cues are so clear, and her presence is so calming. I’ve learned more from her in a few classes than I have in years of practice elsewhere."
Ready to Begin?
Yoga is more than poses—it’s a practice of connection, transformation, and self-love. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your body, calm your mind, or simply take time for yourself, yoga with me can help you get there. For a truly holistic experience, ask about adding breathwork and meditation to your practice.
Let’s roll out the mat and begin this journey together.
Interested in booking a private yoga session or a package of private sessions? Let’s start a dialogue to see if we are a good fit!
Here are some tips to help you stay safe while practicing yoga:
Listen to your body: Pay attention to any sensations or discomfort you feel during yoga poses and adjust your movements accordingly. If you feel pain or discomfort, stop the pose and rest.
Warm up: Before starting any yoga practice, be sure to warm up your muscles with a few gentle stretches. This will help prevent injury and improve your performance.
Use props: Yoga props, such as blocks, straps, and blankets, can help you safely modify poses and support your body as you practice.
Practice with proper alignment: Make sure to align your body correctly during each pose, as proper alignment will help you avoid injury and get the most benefits from your practice.
Focus on your breath: Your breath is an important aspect of yoga, and it's important to breathe deeply and steadily during each pose.
Don't push yourself too hard: It's important to work within your limits and not push yourself too far, too fast. Progress gradually and listen to your body.
Seek guidance: If you have any pre-existing medical conditions, or are new to yoga, it's a good idea to seek guidance from a qualified yoga teacher who can help you practice safely and effectively.
Don’t eat or drink too much before practice. Not only can it impact your digestive and respiratory capacity and comfort, it can always quite literally weigh you down, especially in inversions.
By following these tips, you can help ensure a safe and enjoyable yoga practice. If you experience any pain or discomfort during your practice, stop and consult with a healthcare professional.
Frequently Asked Questions:
I am not flexible, can I still practice yoga?
YES! This is especially for you if you are wanting to increase your flexibility. All poses will be offered with modifications so that we will meet your body where it is at today. Over time and regular practice yoga can greatly increase your flexibility, strength, and mental focus as well as your overall sense of inner peace and well being.
What Type of Yoga is Best for me?
The best type of yoga for you will depend on your personal goals, physical abilities, and interests. Here are a few popular styles of yoga to consider:
Hatha Yoga: Hatha yoga is a slow-paced style that is ideal for beginners or those looking for a gentle and relaxing practice.
Vinyasa Yoga: Vinyasa yoga is a more dynamic style that focuses on flowing movements synchronized with the breath. It's a good choice for those looking for a workout and a cardiovascular challenge.
Iyengar Yoga: Iyengar yoga places a strong emphasis on proper alignment and the use of props, making it a great choice for those with injuries or limitations.
Ashtanga Yoga: Ashtanga yoga is a physically demanding style that follows a set sequence of postures and is ideal for those looking for a more challenging practice.
Bikram Yoga: Bikram yoga is a hot yoga style performed in a heated room, making it a good choice for those looking for a sweat-inducing workout.
Restorative Yoga: Restorative yoga is a gentle and relaxing style that uses props to support the body in passive poses, promoting deep relaxation and stress relief.
Kundalini Yoga: Kundalini Yoga is known for its fast-paced, dynamic movements, powerful breathwork, and chanting of mantras. It's also known for its use of specific postures, called "kriyas," and hand gestures, called "mudras," that are designed to stimulate the kundalini energy and activate the chakras (energy centers) in the body.
Yin Yoga: Yin Yoga is a type of yoga that emphasizes stillness and relaxation in grounded deeply opening poses. Unlike more active styles of yoga, such as Vinyasa or Ashtanga, which focus on flowing movements and strength building, Yin Yoga is practiced in long-held, passive poses that target the connective tissues and deep muscles in the body.
What should I wear?
Wear something comfortable that you can move in without needing to frequently adjust it which can be an unnecessary distraction from the practice. It is helpful for alignment purposes that I can see your knees so something that is fitted around the knee or falls above the knee would be optimal. Anything too short like running shorts can lead to self consciousness during certain poses.
How often should I practice yoga?
The frequency with which you practice yoga will depend on several factors, including your personal goals, physical abilities, and schedule. Generally speaking, practicing yoga two to three times per week is a good starting point for most people. This frequency allows you to establish a consistent practice and see improvement in your physical strength and flexibility over time.
If you have more specific goals in mind, such as rehabilitation from an injury, or are preparing for a specific event, you may need to practice more often. In these cases, it's best to consult with a qualified yoga teacher who can help you create a practice that meets your specific needs.
It's also important to listen to your body and not push yourself too hard. If you're feeling fatigued or experiencing pain, it's a good idea to take a break or reduce the frequency of your practice. With regular practice, you'll get a better sense of what works for you and how often you should practice yoga to achieve your goals.
Yoga is boring to me but I keep hearing about its many benefits - Is there a practice for me that I can tolerate?
First, know your goals! Why do you feel like you want to/need to practice yoga? There are so many styles of yoga! To name a few, Vinyasa, Hatha, Kundalini, Ashtanga, Yin, Restorative, Bikram, Forrest, Bhakti yoga…Have you tried them all? Finding the right style for your constitution is key, and not identifying as one who does not like yoga until you have exhausted all of your choices! They are all very different and offer so much value in their own unique way. Some people find it helpful to vary their styles of practice so that they are getting the most wide variety of benefits possible. Others like to commit to one style so that they can deepen their connection to the style and witness the evolution of their body/mind/spirit through practicing commitment to that type of practice. Another key point here is that it helps a lot to find a teacher that you resonate with and that inspires you. Someone that you enjoy being around and receiving guidance from. Being in a class with a teacher whose energy doesn’t sit well with you or that perhaps even annoys you, while on one hand can be an amazing advanced experience of witnessing your own ego, can also turn you off to yoga and all that yoga offers.
