Jessie, a yoga enthusiast from childhood, discovered her true passion for yoga in adulthood. She earned her Yoga Teacher Certificate in January 2023 from Big Bliss Studio's Yoga Alliance-accredited 200 Hour Registered Yoga School training. With a background in Psychology and Human Resources, Jessie brings an inclusive and accessible approach to her yoga teaching, emphasizing breathwork, safety, and individuality for each practitioner. She is well-versed in different yoga styles, including Ashtanga, Hatha, and Vinyasa yoga. Combining her love for yoga with her newfound passion for dance, Jessie joined Underdog as a beginner Salsa and Bachata student in 2022. Her yoga practice provided a strong foundation for her journey into Latin dance, showcasing her skills in body isolations, strength, flexibility, and endurance. Jessie represented the studio in various performance teams during the summer 2023 season and competed in the 2023 Toronto Salsa Congress with the Underdog Bachateras, demonstrating her dedication and progress in the Open Ladies Team Shines and Amateur Team Bachata Shines categories. In her yoga classes, Jessie focuses on deepening awareness and understanding of the body through meditative movement, introducing new breathing techniques and unique flow sequences. Jessie is excited to guide you on your yoga journey and help you feel confident on the mat.