About Jen Peterson

C-IAYT, 500HR E-RYT, Ayurvedic Health Counselor,
YACEP, Reiki Practitioner

I am passionate about Yoga and Ayurveda and my heart calls me to share them with others! It is my svadharma, my calling.

My Approach: I am committed to offering Yoga Therapy and Ayurveda in a way that is fully accessible to every body and that respects the full intention of these ancient philosophies and practices gifted to us from the East. Both my personal practice and my teaching are grounded in awakening to the transformational and healing power that regular practice of Yoga and Ayurveda offers.

Through my practice, studies, and my own personal healing journey through a back injury and disordered eating, I developed a gentle and accessible teaching style. I also incorporate Reiki into my classes to enhance energetic healing and balance for students in their practice. With, my new skills and training in Ayurveda, I can support you with practices within your whole life and being that will heal you and keep you well.

I love working with people with all levels of experience. Whether you’ve never practiced yoga or are a seasoned practitioner, there is so much to explore and evolve into! Students and clients who work with me appreciate my gentle and supportive presence and have experienced deep growth and healing. Please see the testimonials that some of my students and clients have offered.

My Training and Studies: I have been studying and practicing yoga and meditation for more than 15 years and I have over 4000 hours of teaching experience. I received my first 200hr RYT certification from Asheville Yoga Center in 2015. In October 2024, after 6 years and 1000 hours of dedicated study and practice, I received certification as a Yoga Therapist from the American Viniyoga Institute and the International Assocation of Yoga Therapists. In September 2022, I completed an Ayurvedic Health Counselor certification from the Boston Ayurveda School. I am also registered with Yoga Alliance as an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher and Continuing Education Provider.

I am a Reiki Master and have over 1500 additional training hours related to study of Ayurveda, Trauma Informed Yoga, Yin Yoga, Somatic Movement, Physiology and Anatomy, Fascial Systems, Yoga Therapeutics, Thai Massage, Ashtanga Vinyasa, and Yoga Philosophy. I am forever grateful to my teachers including Gary Kraftsow, Sarah Powers, Bernie Clark, Tom Myers, Elissa Cobb, Hala Khouri, Liz Koch, Kristin Borquist, Christine Hoar, Shala Worsley, Gil Hedley, Michael Johnson, Brook Thomas, and Joe Taft. My Vermont Yoga studio is in Bristol and I also have online classes and private yoga therapy sessions.

Please feel free to schedule a time to meet with me to discuss any questions that you might have.