Health & Wellness
I coach people to help them implement behaviors that help them thrive in their human body - and thus my workshops, corporate chats, and all other variety of events on health and wellness cover a vast array of topics. Each workshop is catered to the space, team, or participants attending... for instance my favorite thus far was at a Brazilian Zouk dance retreat to a group of international traveling dancers which I called "How to have a Healthy Lifestyle as a Dancer, from the functional medicine perspective." :)
To me, health is life. Running events that help inspire people to get to experience more of LIFE and living and joy and love are what brings ME life!
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Some topics I consistently cover:
- how to have good energy throughout the day & a pristine digestive system, as chronic disease prevention
- strength, mobility, and rest
- basic human postures to keep you healthy and living long
- how stress = inflammation = all dis-ease in the body
- actually sleeping amazingly, regularly
- prioritizing yourself, because your best health care is your self care
- addictions of all kinds (at their root, it's mental/within yourself)
- burn out
Yoga, Breath, & Mindful Living
Yoga unites the mind, body, and soul in a way that eases tension and promotes health, well-being, and vitality. Regular practice improves your breathing, flexibility, and outlook on life. Prioritize it in your daily routine or workplace setting, and you'll increase your quality of life.
For more thoughts on mindful living, check out the Resources tab.
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I teach a variety of "styles" of yoga. Lately I am most enthusiastic about teaching yoga for self-discovery, taught through Kriya yoga and intentional movement. The goal is to inspire you to better connect with your body and breath.
For more information on each of these practices, click here.
Mantra Yoga
Kriya Yoga/Kundalini Yoga
Hatha Yoga
Children's Yoga
Workplace Yoga
Thai Bodywork
In these workshops, we develop skills for conscious relating through touch and listening. We work with a partner as both giver and receiver as we practice the yoga-like postures of a mini Thai Massage sequence. Each workshop is different and in some settings, a series will involve several sessions to build up to a full sequence.
Events can be for any size group, at any length, and anywhere. I commonly teach a couple/partnership directly, or in yoga studios, wellness centers, and at larger festivals.
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I also am an instructor teaching Thai Bodywork as part of the Boulder Massage Therapy Institute's 600 hr licensure program. It is an incredible honor to be selected to teach my course there.
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"Jess is a rare gem of teacher. I've been in the bodywork field for over 20 years and have sat in hundreds of classes and can say Jess is a superb teacher. Her clarity, kindness, skills, and a touch of playfulness made the class fun, engaging, and practical. Definitely take classes from Jess."
- Dr. Samuel Shay, DC, IFMCP. June 2022
“Being in the workshop with Jess I did in February 2022 brought to my attention how much people don't know how to breathe, communicate, and truly be with their partner. The work she’s doing though is like the window into improved communication, where you can be seen and heard and understood by your partner, and vice versa. Jess helps us use our bodies to foster deeper connection - and a lot of people don't even know this is available to them!
You don’t know what you’re missing. I highly suggest learning with Jess!”
- S.W., Boulder CO. Feb 2022
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"What a great way to connect with my wife on a deeper level. Using physical touch to not only help bring my partner pleasure—releasing stress and easing tension—but to create a deeper connection between us was an amazing experience. Jess’ instruction is clear and easy to follow. But with plenty of room for fun and play. The bonus move was giving us a handout so we could easily recreate the experience at home."
- M.K. Denver, CO. Oct 2021
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