Jules is effective and relatable at communicating ideas. Her cues land on emotional and physical layers of being in ways that facilitate embodiment through breath. She's trauma-informed, body positive, and uses non-violent communication (NVC).
Jules understands the practice and excels at applying holistic principles and modern scientific studies. Individuals with pre-existing health conditions benefit from this because contraindications and modifications receive consideration and acknowledgment.
When it comes to learning core concepts and integrating them into practical application, Jules is disciplined. This means her practice is "firmly grounded when well attended to for a long period of time, without break, in all earnestness." (Yoga Sutra 1.14)
Jules has been a devoted practitioner of yoga and holistic plant based living since 2007. Her introduction to mindfulness began with reading Eastern philosophy and expanded into deeper awareness of the mind-body connection as her physical practice blossomed. Jules is humbled by the transformative powers of yoga on and off the mat. Her offerings draw from Tibetan Buddhism, Taoism, Ayurvedic principles, and modern bio-psycho-social studies. Jules aims to empower students to feel safe and connected to their authentic ground of being.
"I was nervous to try yoga and decided to do a private session with Jules. It was transforming! Her instruction is perfectly timed and just right for my pace. I was able to go further in my poses than I ever thought I could do. I highly recommend Jules! She sets a relaxing tone to her sessions and is empathic and warm. I felt totally at ease and felt so amazing inside and out!"
“I love doing yoga with Jules! She is warm and welcoming. She is able to instruct and support people of varying levels in the same class. I feel so calm and grounded in her presence and the ways she leads each class with a rich background in meditation, yoga, and Eastern philosophies. She offers and interesting flow of postures that keep it fun and allow me to learn something new every week.”
"It is evident that Jules is self motivated in her studies and enthusiastically shares the fruits fo her labor with her students. Warm, open, and inviting, you will often find her making time to connect with the new faces as well as the long standing attendees of her class. These efforts strengthen the sense of community and well being to all those in her periphery. She is creative, diligent and a master of her craft."
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Austin, Texas and Surrounding Area
Jules Forrister
+1 (512)560-9561
mindful.yoga.with.jules@gmail.com
