Jasmine Childs

Yoga Teacher RYT-500

I first began yoga after I graduated college and moved back to Whatcom County. I barely knew what yoga was and from the first vinyasa class I tried, I was hooked. I have been practicing yoga ever since and loved it enough to become a Certified Yoga Instructor.

When I first began yoga, I loved the way it made my body feel and the strength I gained through a dedicated practice. However, after an injury to my shoulder in 2014 and subsequent surgery, I gained a different perspective of the transformative healing power of yoga. It completely changed the way I viewed my practice and my body. Honoring your body and where you are in your yoga journey has become my mantra now. Every time I step on the mat, it’s a new experience and a chance to learn more about my body.

In my classes, I like to challenge my students to work hard and focus on breathing, but also to find gratitude and balance in their practice. Yoga is not about being perfect, it’s about showing up and accepting yourself in that moment.