about jennifer

Jennifer Karabinus is a Certified Yoga Instructor, a member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists and the Iyengar National Association of the United States (IYNAUS). Jennifer has spent the past 15 years studying under internationally acclaimed Senior Iyengar Yoga Instructor, Manouso Manos. She continues her studies with Mr. Manos several times thoughout the year. While she has selected not to proceed with Iyengar certification, she is dedicated to Mr. Iyengar's methodologies and his teachings. Holding several certifications in other traditions while studying under Mr. Manos, "the Iyengar tradition has always felt like home to me."

In Fall 2009, Jennifer was blessed with the opportunity to study in Pune, India with Mr. B.K.S Iyengar. "The precision in Guruji's adjustments is unlike anything I have ever experienced. My body, my practice, my very essence has been challenged and changed. I am truly honoured to have had the good fortune to learn from such an amazing man."

Meticulous style and sense of humour creates an atmosphere of comprehensive learning and light hearted fun. “You will learn the poses….and we’ll have a great time getting there.”  Says Jennifer. Opportunities range from public classes, corporate programs, private sessions to community service kids programs. In each case, Jennifer’s passion for Yoga and sensitivity for people shines through.

Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Jennifer recently returned home after several years in Toronto, Ontario. She is involved is several yoga projects. Jennifer is teaching corporate, private sessions and volounteer programs. Public classes will be offered again in the future.

NAMASKARA

The regular practice of yoga aims at training the mind and body to work together to create a balanced healing environment. Asana (poses) and Pranayama (breath control) encourages awareness in the movement of the body elements involved and the quiet of those not. This awareness naturally spills into daily life. You become more mindful of your posture, your breath, your reaction to stress and the feeling of peace in the body's natural state. The first step to savoring this sensation, is learning how to practice Yoga.

WEBSITE CREDITS

Website Design - Joel Karabinus LLC. - www.karabinus.com
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Portrait Photo - Ken Mengay Photographic Inc.
Make-Up - Grace Czarny