The Foundations

A 6-week step by step course in the practice of yoga

Maybe you have tried yoga before?

And....

You were frustrated or bored.

But you weren't sure you were doing it right

You were afraid you might get hurt.

You couldn't keep up with others

And now you want

To not just do but learn in a progressive program with step-by-step instruction.

To feel stronger, more resilient, and have more energy.

To practice yoga regularly.

The guidance and expertise of a trained teacher.

I Want to Start!

Like an athlete, you need to train and recover your body.

Without your body, how could you be an interpreter? I bet you invest hours into improving your skills.

How much time do you spend taking care of your body and mind?

The body eventually wears down. And then it starts to talk to you. Its language is sensation, pain, and discomfort.

These days we are less mobile than ever before!

Interpreters need daily practice to counteract the wear and tear on their bodies and bring it back into alignment.

Taught correctly, and learned progressively, yoga can help you relieve current pain, avoid future discomfort, and secure a long, healthy career. progressively, yoga can help you relieve current pain, avoid future discomfort, and secure a long, healthy career.

The Foundations is a 6-week one-of-a-kind, guided video course that takes you step by step through a dynamic program to help you understand your own body, relieve pain, build strength, and release tension.

I'm Ready to Start

You know yoga could be good for you but...

Last time you tried it, your wrists and shoulders felt worse

Following along with free videos just doesn't cut it.

There are postures you just can't do and you don't know how to keep up.

You wonder if you are doing something right or wrong

Not all yoga is the same.

If you want to learn something, like a language you need to learn the foundational elements and progressively build-up. In this way, you learn about your own body and become empowered and more confident.

In The Foundations, you learn step-by-step in a systematic way with a teacher who is who has years of training and years working as an interpreter.

You learn how to create more balance in your body both your strength and flexibility, and remove the accumulated stress on your nervous system. All this empowers you with tools to feel better in your body and establish a long, sustainable career.

And if you are an experienced yoga practitioner, this foundational course will deepen your understanding and catapult your practice.

Testimonials

I really enjoyed it, particularly the Revolved Triangle sequence. I feel like I had completely forgotten about that pose somehow, so it was really nice to have a focus on it. I also really like the little jumps between transitions that you incorporate--really great for bone density. And it was nice to get some good use out of my bolster throughout the program!

Britt Best

Sign Langauge Interpreter ASL/BSL

I got to know my body again and slow down the aging process.

I’m never bored in class because the specific focus on the body takes you on a journey and there is just so much voyaging to do!!! The mind is fully connected with the body and the body is working and activated because of it. I have met few teachers with this talent and Jen has it.

Amy Torello

Jeweler

I am thoroughly enjoying Foundations After 25 years of practice, I feel I need to keep my basic knowledge and practice active. I feel we can never have too much of the Yoga foundation reminders and practice for our Yoga practice be it Iyengar or any Yoga practice.

Jean Garwood

87 year old yogi

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE FOUNDATIONS

Precise, Informative Instruction

Jen is an interpreter and has used the tools of yoga to help her out of pain and into freedom and knows that many classes today are not appropriate for interpreters have on their bodies.There is a strong emphasis on demonstration, proper alignment and empowering the student with knowledge.

Progressive Learning

If you are in a class and you are just trying to keep up, this is not learning. When you learn step by step like you would a language, you build on your skills, gain confidence, and get to know and embrace yourself as you are. You learn the foundational actions and build up progressively instead of just trying to keep up.

Holistic program

Iyengar yoga is a holistic practice that includes the whole meal of yoga. The student progressively learns it all: inversions, forward bends, backward bends, twists, and restorative and pranayama in both active, dynamic, static and passive poses. This way of learning means that yoga can support you through all phases of your life and ability.

How will you feel after 6 weeks?

Strong and Flexible

Relaxed and Calm

Light and Spacious

Empowered

A consistent practice of yoga will halt the cycle of pain and stress interpreters experience on a daily basis

The extension and expansion of your body release the burden of stress on your nervous system. You will discover and learn how to increase your range of motion and how to relax.

I want to feel like that!

This is for you if

You can practice 2-3 times a week for the next 8 weeks.

You are an active, fit person and do not have any acute injuries or conditions.

You have a mat, chair, wall and pillows

The course offers some general adaptations for general conditions but is not therapeutic. (please contact Jen if you have any questions)

Weekly Curriculum

01: The Shape of the pose

Learn the essential action of the legs in standing poses

Strengthen your base

Tutorial on how to use props.

02: Extension and Expansion

Increase awareness of alignment. The principle actions of the legs and arms to extend the spine. Tutorials on how to use a wall for support and alignment.

03: Spreading your Awareness

Once you learn the foundational poses you are ready to move forward in your practice. Short practice to strengthen the legs and knees.

Week 04: Stability and Mobility

Standing twists and balances to create more mobility and stability in your poses and mind. Tutorials to challenge balance and strength.

05: From the Known to the Unknown

Back extensions cultivate confidence and resilience. Health is measured by a healthy spine. Short tutorial on a backbending vinyasa.

06: Union - Integration of breath

Practice a graceful sequence connecting breath to movement. Learn the key to restoring your nervous system and completely relaxation.

What is included?

6 instructional videos ($250)

7 short practice videos ($150)

3 Tutorial videos ($25)

4 PDF download practice sequence ($25)

Done for you schedule ($15)

Done for your reflection practice worksheets ($20)

Lifetime Access

BONUS Pain Prevention Guide ($40)

BONUS 30-minute Private Session with Jen ($100)

Private Session (value 150) - optional upgrade available at check out

ONE OF A KIND YOGA FOUNDATIONAL COURSE

~~$400~~

$297

.9 CEU GS Available.

I'm Ready For The Foundations

MEET JEN

Hi! I can't wait to share this practice with you that has allowed me to work as an interpreter for 30 years without one surgery!

I understand the strains and pains your body undergoes. I also know how much you give and give to others and not so much to yourself. And this isn't good for you or anyone. It's so important to have a practice that nourishes your body, mind, and heart and I want to share it with you!

Even if you aren't a sign language interpreter, this course will help anyone get started on a yoga practice and ease the aches and pains of sitting or working at computers all da.

I have an advanced certificate in Iyengar Yoga, a certified Yoga Therapist, Ayurvedic Health coach and a more than 25 year devoted student of the subject of yoga.

Lifetime Access

Normally ~~$400 USD~~

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I do this?

This is great for beginners and advanced students who want to deepen their practice. The course progresses and if you are unable to do something repeat the previous action or form of the pose and before you know it you will progress as well

How is this different than free videos

I am available to ask questions or get feedback! This course is curated from A-Z to learn the correct alignment and progress of learning the poses. It includes tutorials that will challenge your practice and or help you adapt to your needs.

Do I need a lot of props?

In this course, I use some props but always suggest household items you can use. At minimum, a yoga mat and wall will suffice. At the end of the program, I use a bolster but you can use a sofa pillow or rolled up blankets.