Jessica McKneally B.A, RYT 500
Education
2006
Seven Centers School of Yogic Arts
200 hour yoga teacher training with Ruth Hartung, Kathleen Bryant and Gary Majchrzak
2007
International Yoga College
The first phase (10 days) of a 500 hour yoga teacher training program with Rama Jyoti Vernon, Hansa Knox, Natasha Korshak, Kristi Hook, Ruth Hartung and Kathleen Bryant.
2009
University of Southern Maine
BA in Social and Behavioral Sciences
Much of my research and writing in this program was focused on reducing stress through mindfulness, yoga and ayurveda.
2009
Integrative Yoga Therapy
A month long intensive at Kripalu with Joseph and Lillian LePage, Beth Gibbs and Maria Kali Ma.
I completed my RYT 500 through this program. I am also currently enrolled in the Integrative Yoga Therapy 1000 hour internship program - which I hope to complete within the next two years.
2010
Relax and Renew Restorative Yoga
A week long intensive with Judith Hanson Lasater in NYC.
Following this training, I completed the at-home work required to officially become a “relax and renew” trainer.
2011 & 2012
Thai Yoga Bodywork
Level one completed at Kripalu with Jonas Westring.
Level two completed a year later with Jonas Westring in NYC.
2011 – 2012
The Jaguar Path
A nine month long training on the relationship between yoga and shamanism with Ray Crist.
2011-Present
Hridaya Hermitage
Ongoing teachings with the gurus and members of the Vashi yoga lineage.
Teaching Experience
2006 – 2011
Holistic Pathways
Gorham, ME
1-2 classes a week
2006 – present
Private Clients / Neighborhood Group Classes
Windham & South Portland ME
multiple clients / classes a week
2006 – 2007
Project for Supported Living
Portland, ME
Classes for staff and residents
2 classes a week
2008
The Landing
Portland, ME
1 class a week
2010 – present
The Cedars (retirement and rehabilitation community)
Portland, ME
Classes for residents and employees
3 classes a week
2010 – 2011
Sadhana Meditation Center
South Portland, ME
1 class a week
2011 – present
The Woods (retirement and rehabilitation community)
Portland, ME
2 classes a week
2012 - present
Ocean View Rehabilitation
Falmouth, ME
1 class a month
2011 – present
Yoga Nidra Intensives
Dance and Dream Workshops
Laughter Yoga Workshops
Restorative Yoga Workshops
Chair Yoga Workshops
Seasonal Retreats
Offered in Maine and New Hampshire
Memberships and Organizations
Yoga Alliance
International Association of Yoga Therapists
Portland Hour Exchange
Other Current Certifications
Mental Health Rehabilitation Technician
First Aid and CPR