Responses from a recent survey! (2025)

"Great classes, geared toward all abilities. So much fun. So inspiring!"

"Great classes. Jess is very competent and kind."

"Yoga is my favorite, Jess is an excellent instructor!"

"Jess is wonderful, love her classes!"

"I love Jess and her way of teaching fitness classes."

"Class is always fun and I feel great after!"

"Jess is a gem; creative, gentle, funny , fun and she knows her stuff. She is always assessing how to improve class."

"Jess is so talented, capable and knowledgeable. I love all of her classes."

"jess is great! She makes exercise fun! Great music!"

"We are so blessed to have a wonderful instructor who addresses our needs."

I really enjoy Jess's classes, her energy is great! She makes it all so doable."

"I have been using deep breathing before bed and it really helps me sleep."

"I love that Jess walks around to say hello to people before class."

"Thank you for changing things up and keeping it fresh!"

"I just love the music Jess plays, it takes me back in time to dancing with my husband."

“Jess, I just love your classes. Before I started them I thought I was going to have my knee replaced and now I feel just great.” -Rosie

“I want to say how much I enjoy your classes. It's really good for me to get out of the house and interact with people, in addition to moving my body. You have such a relaxed, calm and accepting manner that everyone feels comfortable no matter their situation, thanks for that!”-Kathleen

Hi Jessica.  I just wanted to thank you for teaching the yoga class this month.  You helped me to learn more about the purpose of yoga.  I always thought of yoga from the physical standpoint, but never thought about the meditation aspect.  Two weeks ago when you gave us the phrase, "I am enough.  What I do is enough.  Who I am is enough.", I actually cried when you said it.  I am always pushing myself to be better- a better mother, a better wife, a better teacher.  And I never realized that in pushing myself like that, I don't give myself enough credit.  So, not to get too personal here, but I wanted to thank you for helping me to realize that.  Thanks again!  Have a great summer.  

-Julie L. (West Seneca, NY) 

"Jessie has been super supportive of fellow yoga instructors during the pandemic. It was such as treat to take an online Restorative Yoga with her! To be guided by Jessie during this calm, quiet practice was absolutely lovely! Her cueing was perfect, allowing grace and modifications in each pose. She offered a variety of alternatives to use if we did not have studio props at home. Her voice was gentle and soothing, really allowing me to settle into the space, relax the body, and invite calm in the mind. Her teaching and presence gave me confidence and encouragement throughout the practice."
Lisa W. (Tallahassee, FL)

I met Jess in late 2019 and felt an immediate connection. I was looking to start a yoga practice to help me deal with increasing body pain. She introduced me to a Restorative practice which was unlike any other yoga practice I had ever done. Encouraging me to trust the props I found myself relaxing into the slow stretch little by little. Over time I have been able to use several of the poses to relax and relieve pain as I need it.
Jess is very dedicated to the practice of yoga and tailoring it to each individual’s need. I enjoyed the outdoor classes she offered under the big tree in her yard this summer. She has also come to my house for a private session. She has a calming presence that instills each session whether it is a gentle class, chair class or a restorative session. I am very happy to have met Jess and look forward to future work with her. Karen R. (Buffalo, NY)

I absolutely love Jessie's yoga classes. She is a great teacher and is very inspirational. I always leave class feeling better mentally and physically. I highly recommend her classes and would encourage everyone to try it out, you won't regret it! Kristie A. (West Seneca, NY)

I can’t say enough about how Jessie’s yoga classes have helped me this past year during the pandemic. I met Jess in January 2020 through West Seneca Continuing Education I was enrolled in her yoga class. After in person yoga classes ended she continued to teach yoga online sometimes five or more times during the week. In the summer she taught yoga outside in her yard!

Jess is a very knowledgeable, motivating, inspiring teacher. I use my iPad to access her classes. I try to start my day with her 930am courses; they start my day right! I highly recommend any of the many types of classes Jess teaches. I especially like chair yoga on Monday mornings and restorative yoga but all are excellent!!! Nancy M. (Buffalo, NY)

I do chair yoga with Jessie Monday morning at 9:30 through ZOOM. It is a great way to start your week! You’ll love it!

My first experience with chair yoga was through West Seneca continuing education. I fell in love with it and Jessie is a great instructor. Due to the COVID shutdown Jessie offered classes through ZOOM and it’s been great!! Donna M. (West Seneca, NY)

I started taking yoga a few months ago through school. Jessie was our instructor. When we went into quarantine she reached out and asked if we would be interested in continuing. I was so thrilled that she was offering this! As I try to navigate teaching from home, I am finding that I am becoming very overwhelmed. So I am using Jessie's yoga class as the one thing I do for me during all of this craziness. Her class is absolutely wonderful! She is very specific with instructions and encourages all of us to do what we can! I am so thankful for Jessie and the classes she is offering online! If you are a newbie (like I was) Jessie will not disappoint you! Thank you Jessie---you have been a life saver! Anne D. (Buffalo, NY)

I met Jess at The Himalayan Yoga Institute where we took our yoga teacher training. Her compassion towards others is what I admire most. Jess's classes bring calmness and ease to the mind and body. I'm so happy yoga brought us together in this journey. Stacey S. (Niagara Falls, NY)

I love being able to attend yoga classes with Jessie. The time goes by so fast and I feel so wonderful when the class ends. Sue H. (West Falls, NY)

Thanks so much for guiding me! It has been a wonderful & fun journey! Donna (Buffalo, NY)

Thank you for all you do for everyone. I have enjoyed class time, I call it my "happy hour". Martin (Lackawanna, NY)

You are a ray of sunshine that brightens up the day of so many people. Terri (West Seneca, NY)

Thank you so much for your kindness and thoughts. I love your yoga classes, it has helped me with my illness. Carmen (Buffalo, NY)