About Us
Jennifer Baetz, RYT (200 hour)
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.
In addition to yoga teacher training, I’m a certified mindfulness meditation facilitator & recently received my Level II Holy Fire III ® Reiki certification. I’m currently enrolled in Prison Yoga Project’s foundational trauma-informed training with a goal of partnering with local correctional facilities in presenting yoga classes for incarcerated individuals.
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.