TESTIMONIALS

“The past year has been challenging for just about everyone I know. The common theme I think we have all felt throughout the past 15 months is “Groundhog Day” - Every day feels the same and the end of the pandemic, while in sight, still can seem so far away. A few months ago I found myself lacking motivation, falling into bad habits and negative thinking overpowered the positive thoughts in my head. That’s when I first tried one of Jenn’s online classes and instantly I was hooked. The classes are just the right amount of challenging without being too advanced to get discouraged. With Jenn guiding us through the movements and continuously reminding us to focus on our breath I find the class flies by - sometimes too fast! The end of the class Savasana and reading always seems to be exactly what I need to hear. Best of all - if I can’t attend a class live on Zoom I can access all of the classes on the members portal. Thank you Jenn for helping bring a bit of brightness to these pandemic days!”

— Natalie

Jenn’s zoom classes have picked me up when I am feeling down, helped me celebrate myself, live in an inclusive community, and most importantly, they have been a source of consistency in the crazy world that we are living in. Just like in person, Jenn’s online classes are magical - somehow she always knows exactly what her students need each class. Jenn makes yoga at home fun with her big smile shinning through the screen, energizing playlists, and unique flows that she does right with us. At the end of class, I always feel refreshed and connected to myself and community. If you have been thinking about joining the zoom community - do it.

— Abbey

Every summer I look forward to starting my Saturday’s in the boathouse with Jenn. When the pandemic hit, I like many others, found my anxiety skyrocketing and had difficulty finding happiness in my day to day life because of the sudden change. When Jenn announced she would be doing her yoga sessions online, it felt like such a blessing. What’s great about her classes being online is that if I can’t make a live session, all the videos are recorded for access at any time convenient for me. I’m so grateful to her for bringing her practice online so that every Saturday I once again have something to look forward to!

— Jess

This past year has not been easy on anyone. Yoga has always been my source of peace but I was finding it hard to get on my mat regularly when my routine went out the door with lockdown. Without my yoga community and a room full of breath I wasn’t feeling connected or motivated to push myself in my practise. Enter Jenn! I have practiced with Jenn for years at the Boathouse and joined her virtual classes in January after months of just going through the motions with my at home yoga. For those that know her, the online classes are the same energy and vibe you would expect from any of Jenn‘s classes (and if you close your eyes you might think you’re back in the Boathouse). The music, the movement, the messages and seeing Jenn’s smiling face at the beginning of class for a hello have kept me engaged and accountable to my new routine. I love having the option for a shorter class before work to break up my week and the flexibility to retake the recordings at any time. While I wait patiently for the day we can be back together again in person, I am so grateful for Jenn keeping us connected to each other and our practice.

— Allie

Up until 18 months ago I had never had the desire to practise yoga in any other environment than a beautiful peaceful yoga studio. But when studios were forced to close, online yoga made me create a home space and a live stream practice and I must say that I have found real connection is possible through these online sessions. It also makes practicing far more accessible and convenient ....it’s such a time saver not having to leave home and drive to the studio! I am so grateful to be able to take Jenn’s on line classes twice a week ....the whole experience has really ‘upped’ the enjoyment level of my yoga practice. My little home space has now become my very own personal sanctuary and I hope her live Zoom classes become a permanent fixture when this Covid life is a thing of the past, because of the numerous advantages they offer.

— Pauline

“The boathouse yoga classes have become my weekly oasis - taking care of my mind and body through Jenn’s classes have helped me be the person I strive to be. I look forward to my morning yoga sessions and feel so grateful to be able to connect with a group of people during such an isolating time. Thank you Jenn for leading such a motivational and fierce practice.”

— Amanda

“There was one consistently great thing in my life this past year - twice a week I unplugged and recharged thanks to zoom yoga with Jenn. It is always fun, challenging and great for mind, body and spirit. It is easier than you might think to forget you aren't in the boathouse (although I can't wait to be). Due to the recorded library I can also access it when it works for me. I am so so grateful to have had this available.”

— Theresa

“I have been doing yoga with Jenn for many years in Oakville, Muskoka and this year on line. I wish I could describe the sense of peace she brings me. My yoga practice continues to change and improve under her instruction (on and off the mat), not to mention the great workout I get with her! She’s the gold standard”⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

— Margo

“I haven't actually yet had the pleasure to meet Jenn in person, but I've fallen in love with her online classes over the past year. During a time when there has been so much information and thoughts taking up space in my brain, not to mention a constant bombardment of messages and pressure to still be productive and do and achieve all of the things during the pandemic, Jenn has offered a chance to step out of my head and connect with my breath and my body through movement. She has saved me from burnout so many times. Jenn's positive energy radiates through the screen and I've found the recordings to be just as effective as the live classes, which is super beneficial on Wednesdays when 8AM is just not happening. She's taught me so much not only about yoga, but also about myself over the past few months. Having done one form of yoga or another for half my life now, Jenn's words and meditations have finally led me to understand that yoga isn't about what it looks like, but how it makes you feel. With her guidance I've broken the cycle of feeling like I have to "perform" during class, pushing my limbs into poses that just don't work me and then feeling frustrated and "less than" when they don't look like they're "supposed to" (which honestly is perhaps easier from the comfort of my own home, when I am alone with my body and there isn't anyone else in my immediate vicinity to compare myself to) and I've moved instead into focusing on being fully present for that one-hour timeframe and growing a deeper appreciation about simply being able to move, being able to breathe, being able to feel connection while being alone. For the first time in my life I feel like I've truly come home to my body, moving with comfort and ease both on and off the mat, and I'm so thankful to her for that.”

— Chiara

“Every summer I look forward to being able to practice with Jenn in the boathouse with a lily pad as my drishti. Being able to practice with Jenn online twice a week has been a silver lining to all the lockdowns. I am so grateful for all the times Jenn has reminded me to shift my frame of mind and focus on all the positives. Through these online classes I have been able to grow my yoga practice on and off the mat this past year.”

— Emory

“Practicing virtually with Jenn over the past few months has truly helped me stay grounded and connected to my yoga practice. Jenn brings the energy from the Boathouse to each class and I often feel like I am right there instead of in my living room! Each playlist matches the class perfectly, Jenn's instruction is always so clear and easy to follow, and she weaves such beautiful messages and lessons within each class. I finish her classes feeling completely refreshed, grounded and honestly, just feeling so good! Whether I join live or watch the recording I know it's going to be a super intentional, thoughtful class. And it's a huge bonus that I am able to watch any recording at any time. Thanks so much, Jenn for continuing to teach virtually!”

— Sydney

“I have participated in Jenn’s on line yoga with great appreciation during Covid. I have always wanted to practice yoga, but have been a cardio junkie my whole life. I am so grateful that I found yoga during Covid. I had been to a few yoga classes (a few at the boathouse and this is where I met Jenn) and watched my daughter dive into her yoga practice and this inspired me. Between Abbey and Jenn I discovered a love for yoga and can say that I have been practising through most of Covid and really like the zoom sessions. I feel connected, calm, grateful, strong and part of a community, even though it is on a screen in my house. I really think that is because of Jenn’s energy and her commitment, love and passion or yoga. When I hear the word “Shavasana” I can actually feel myself become rooted into my matt and sink into the floor and that is an amazing feeling. Jenn’s soothing voice, while she reads a quote, that somehow always seems to be exactly what I needed to hear that day, is something I look forward too at the end of each class. Yoga is a tough workout, but it also allows you to calm your mind and be present, which is hard for a busy mind like mine. I am hooked and yoga has become part of my life and I am so grateful for this in so many ways.”

— Karen

“I have loved the online classes. Not only the flexibility of having the class from in my home or cottage or wherever I may be but I love the routine especially the 8:00am Wednesday class. It is the perfect length and terrific way to start my day. Jenn’s classes are wonderful and give me a combination of calmness and strength and positivity in a somewhat unknown negative time.”

— Deb

“The penultimate is guided LIVE yoga..with schedule, commitments, searching for self care time LIVE is not always easy...."just in time" guided by Jenn from her digital yoga library...helps during these times fulfill the need for daily connection with Jenn and the Boathouse Yoga Co. community. Personally helping me find, appreciate and nourish my resiliency........anytime!”

— Marilynne