Jen Ernst
http://powerloveyoga.com
Years Teaching: 5
Expertise: Baptiste Power Vinyasa Yoga, Dynamic Flow Yoga, Yogasculpt
Jen fell in love with Baptiste Power Vinyasa Yoga when she moved to Seattle in 2006. As a natural athlete, she first began to practice this style for the physical challenge but what hooked her was the intense feeling vitality, encouraging her to explore into new possibilities on the mat and beyond. The vigorous yet accessible practice of Baptiste Power Vinyasa Yoga has allowed her to transform herself from the inside out- igniting strength, radiance and authenticity. In her classes, Jen brings lightness and playfulness to create a supportive space for each student to expand to their fullest potential physically and mentally!
She has completed Level 1 and 2 teacher trainings with Baron Baptiste and is actively pursuing Baptiste Power Vinyasa certification. Locally, Jen receives ongoing training with Master Baptiste Teacher Lisa Black; completing the SHAKTI Teacher Training, Teacher Assistant Program (TAP), Advanced Teacher Assisting and Mentorship Programs.
As an Associate Yoga Life Coach, Jen finds much gratitude empowering clients to heal, feel and ultimately wake up from debilitating or limiting lifestyles. She believes that people already have everything they need, it’s her job to shine light on that and together co-create actions steps to discovering joy, vitality & overall greatness!
In addition to teaching yoga, Jen works part-time at Valley Medical Center as a Cardiac Rehab Exercise Physiologist. She enjoys teaching patients heart healthy lifestyle modifications to enhance their quality of life and empower them to make lasting changes!
Off the mat, Jen spends her time actively enjoying the Pacific Northwest—hiking, biking, paddle boarding, triathlons and skiing. And into the world, Jen volunteers time supporting the Children’s of the Nations Organization (www.cotn.org) in the Dominican Republic and The Diamond Project in Cambodia. She believes that positive leadership training and support will create momentum for people to create positive, healthy, and sustainable change in their communities.