Hi I’m jEss 🧚

I've been teaching yoga + movement for 10 years! I am 100% a practitioner first. I love to move and I believe movement has not only saved my life on multiple occasions but given me more life than I could have ever imagined! My teaching style is strong + playful with a focus on connecting to our intuitive bodies. The name J Rock Yoga comes from my first and last name being squished together; it actually was one of my high school nicknames!

I feel the best teachers share the necessary tools + lead you back to yourself until you no longer need them anymore. This is my aim as your guide! I am an E-RYT 200 with the yoga alliance, lead retreats and have a passion for sharing the magic of movement. I love helping others discover physical strength + mental clarity.

I love teaching students (aren’t we all students) AND I LOVE teaching teachers. Helping teachers find their unique voice, refine their skills + access genuine confidence in themselves is one of my favorite things.

I believe once the practice of yoga is in your heart, you have it for life. The more awareness + intention we give to our physical practice the bigger benefit to our heart, mind + soul…

certifications + continuing education

HANDSTAND TEACHER TRAINING
with IRENE PAPPAS

30 HR YOGA PHILOSOPHY
with JULIE PASQUAL, NYC

RESTORATIVE YOGA LEVEL 1
with JILLIAN PRANSKY @ KAIA YOGA; WESTPORT, CT

FORREST YOGA: TALK TO THE BONES | HANDS ON ASSISTS
with ERICA MATHER @ PURE YOGA; NYC

6 HOUR CADAVER LAB
with Dr. Joe Muscolino @ Bridgeport University, CT

ART OF ASSISTING
with the BAPTISTE INSTITUTE @ WICKED GOOD YOGA, ME