Profile - Jennifer DeJarlais

Jennifer DeJarlais

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Meet Jennifer DeJarlais
Instructor of Wellness

Yoga Alliance Certified (200 hours), St. Paul College

Question and Answer

  • Question

    What is your approach to teaching?

    Answer

    "Yoga, an ancient but perfect science, deals with the evolution of humanity. This evolution includes all aspects of one's being, from bodily health to self-realization. Yoga means union -- the union of body with consciousness and consciousness with the soul. Yoga cultivates the ways of maintaining a balanced attitude in day-to-day life and endows skill in the performance of one's actions" (B.K.S. Iyengar).

  • Question

    What inspires you as a teacher?

    Answer

    My training is Iyengar based. His teachings and books have inspired my practice.

  • Question

    How would you describe what happens during one of your most successful classes?

    Answer

    No matter how you came to class feeling, hopefully, you leave my class feeling even more alive and connected!

  • Question

    What makes your curriculum interesting or valuable to students?

    Answer

    "Yoga is 99% practice and 1% theory" (K. Pattabhi Jois).

    We will physically practice and be present with the breath while doing so. By creating a self-awareness through yoga, it will affect all other areas of your life. You will be able to take this awareness off that mat and into your life.

  • Question

    How do you think students describe your teaching methods and classes?

    Answer

    Fun but challenging!

  • Question

    What are some ways that you help students succeed when they need extra help?

    Answer

    If students are ever having any challenges, they can talk to me before or after class, and I always have options to help them succeed.

  • Question

    How do you help your students get the most out of your class?

    Answer

    The hardest part is showing up. That is half the battle. Once you get here, we keep core components to each class, but I offer new challenging poses each week as an option to expand your practice.

Fun Facts

  • Fun Fact #1

    My favorite pose is the headstand! I like to flip things upside down. Headstand is a great energy booster!

  • Fun Fact #2

    I have three boys and three dogs! And I love road trips with all of them!

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