About Us

Jennifer Baetz, RYT

My yoga journey began over 20 years ago when I started practicing to support the physical demands of being a professional musician. I discovered that yoga also offered many other benefits that supported me through various challenges & difficult decisions.

 

I’ve enjoyed being a teacher in different capacities throughout my adult life, first as a Kindermusik facilitator & private music teacher, then as a supervisor & manager in the public library, and now as an instruction librarian at a post-secondary educational institution. I completed my 200 hour yoga teacher training with YogaRenew in August 2025 & am excited to share the practice of yoga with my community to support others in experiencing the gifts this ancient practice has to offer. I also completed a 20 hour Mindfulness Certification course in October 2025, after over a decade of practicing mindfulness meditation.

 

Class Descriptions

Beginner Yoga

This class includes an introduction to basic yoga poses that form the foundation of different styles. With a focus on alignment & coordinating breath with movement, you’ll become familiar with the essentials for moving forward in your practice. 

 

Hatha 

Hatha yoga combines poses (asanas) with breathing techniques (pranayama) to achieve physical & mental balance while increasing strength & flexibility. Asanas are held for longer to allow for focus on alignment & stability while building heat in the body.

 

Yin

Yin is a relatively new style of yoga with its roots in Taoist yoga & martial arts. Poses are held for several minutes to allow deep connective tissues to release. The focus on stillness & quiet is a welcome resting place in a busy world.

 

Vinyasa

Vinyasa coordinates breath with movement, resulting in a flowing practice that balances cardio, flexibility, & strength. Our vinyasa classes fall on the “gentle” side, blending faster paced elements with active rest.

 

Mindfulness Meditation

Mindfulness meditation is about purposefully paying attention in the present moment in a non-judgmental manner. Through simple techniques like body scanning & breath awareness, practitioners can improve focus & emotional regulation, reduce stress, & develop deeper empathy.

 

Preparing to Practice

Here are some things to keep in mind to prepare for class & make the most of your practice:

 

  • Consider speaking to your doctor if you haven’t exercised for a while or have health concerns that may impact your practice.
  • Inform your instructor of any illness or injuries that may impact your practice.
  • Avoid heavy meals 2 hours before class.
  • Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely but isn’t too loose. Dressing in layers will ensure you stay comfortable during all parts of your practice.
  • Socks can be worn at the beginning of class & during savasana, but prepare to practice barefoot for the majority of class.
  • Plan to arrive to class 5-10 minutes before it starts & stay for the entire class.
  • Leave cell phones at home or in your vehicle. If you need to have your phone on hand in class inform your instructor before class begins.