“Jess has a phenomenal ability to deviate from the stock standard yoga class and guide you into a far more explorative practice regardless of what level you are at. Because so much thought and feeling goes into each class and every sequence you get to explore a deeper and far more genuine style of yoga than others can offer.”

“Jess teaches from her whole being, her body, heart and mind - to provide the most fulfilling yoga practices I have ever experienced. Jess integrates her knowledge and personal experiences seamlessly into her teachings. Her practices are enjoyable and fun, playful and satisfying.”

“I hired Jessica Smith for a private session at the end of my pregnancy to prepare for a natural homebirth. After our time together, I felt rejuvenated by her energy, pure spirit and helpful tips. Her ability to ease the mind, body & spirit through yoga are unmatched. As a 20 year yoga devotee, I've practiced all over the world, and Jess is at the top of my list. Her strength and wider knowledge of yoga is inspiring. Christchurch is lucky to have her vast experience and instruction available to our community. I look forward to working with Jess again soon!”

"Jess made yoga accessible to me with her relaxed and inspiring manner. She believed in me and encouraged me to teacher train myself. She has watched me grow as a yoga practitioner and has lovingly stretched my ability to be more of who I am. Her years of practice and training are reliably solid which compliments her open heart and listening ears. Jess has taken me places as my teacher that I may have never traveled on my own. I trust her implicitly and am eternally grateful for her guidance and instruction."

I have been a student of Jess's for 7 years; where I first discovered yoga. As Jess's yoga journey ventures, so does her teaching, as she shares her new knowledge and experience with her students. This makes every one of her classes individually unique, allowing for new boundaries to be continuously explored: physically, mentally and spiritually. She has a good authentic energy, which clearly comes from the obvious passion she has herself for yoga. I have practiced yoga in Canada, Europe, South America and Nepal and the classes Jess takes are my favorites.