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Yoga with Jenny Smith in Grand Lake, Colorado She encourages you to live your yoga on and off the mat.

Voted Best Yoga/Pilates/Barre Studio in BEST OF GRAND 2022 & 2023 and a finalest in 2024. Jenny is passionate about supporting you as you work toward your goals. Jenny has practiced yoga and Pilates for over 25 years and has been a registered, certified yoga teacher since 2016 and Pilates instructor since 2018. Jenny has been trained in, mentored in, and has had the opportunity to teach many diffe

rent styles of yoga and Pilates: Vinyasa (all levels), Slow Flow, Gentle, Power, Family, Yin, Restorative, Yogalates (a fusion of Yoga and Pilates), Trauma Informed, Meditation, Pranayama, Yoga Nidra, Prenatal, Holy Yoga, Children’s Yoga, Yoga with Weights, Myofascial Release, and both Classical and Contemporary Mat Pilates. She often blends several styles into sessions and classes making each a unique experience for you. Her training is through: Colorado School of Yoga, Kari Kwinn Yin Yoga, Julia Clark Restorative Yoga, Tracey Garcia Yoga, Holy Yoga, Francesca Cervero, My Vinyasa Practice, and Sun Pilates. ERYT500, C-HYI-500

08/03/2026

Are you energized by summer, or completely exhausted by it?

Summer brings so much fiery energy. Longer days, more activities, more plans, more time outside.

But all fires need tending.

This week at Grand Lake yoga, we’re exploring what it means to cool the fire. Cooling the fire is about finding balance between doing and being.

It doesn't mean losing your motivation or slowing down completely. It means noticing when your body and mind need a little more care.

On your mat, this might look like:
Moving a little slower
Letting your breath guide your movement
Choosing grounding poses instead of pushing for more

Off your mat, it might look like:
Pausing before responding
Taking a quiet moment before moving to the next task
Giving yourself permission to rest

Try this today: Take three slow breaths and notice where you are holding tension.

Instead of trying to fix it, simply soften around it.

What helps you cool your own inner fire?

Come practice with us in Grand Lake! Find more information and sign up for classes at GrandLakeYoga.com

08/01/2026

What if softness is actually a form of strength?

We live in a world that often celebrates pushing harder, doing more, and holding it all together.

But what if we gave ourselves permission to soften?

Softening doesn't mean giving up or shrinking away. It means creating a little more space to pause, listen, and respond with awareness instead of always pushing forward.

In yoga, we practice both strength and softness. We build strength so we can move through life with more stability, but we also learn when to release effort, slow down, and pay attention to what our body is telling us.

Sometimes softness looks like:
Taking a deeper breath before reacting
Letting go of tension you didn't realize you were carrying
Resting without feeling like you need to earn it
Setting a boundary that supports your well-being

This month at Grand Lake Yoga, we are exploring the theme Soften.
A reminder that strength doesn't always have to look like effort. Sometimes strength looks like kindness, patience, and giving yourself room to simply be.

Take a moment today to notice:
Where am I holding on a little too tightly?
What might it feel like to soften there?

I'd love to hear your thoughts. Share below, or take a quiet moment to reflect for yourself.

And if you’re in Grand Lake in August, I’d love to practice with you! Find class information and register at GrandLakeYoga.com

07/27/2026

Joy in Movement

When was the last time you moved your body simply because it felt good?

Not to burn calories, or to check a box, or to get stronger. But just because you enjoyed it.

Somewhere along the way, many of us forget that movement can be fun. We get so focused on doing things the "right" way or measuring our progress that we lose sight of the simple joy of moving our bodies.

That's what we're exploring this week at Grand Lake Yoga.

On the mat, that might mean trying something new, letting your breath guide your movement, or simply noticing how good it feels to be present in your body. There doesn't have to be a goal beyond showing up and enjoying the experience.

Off the mat, joy can be found in the little things - a walk by the lake, dancing in your kitchen, laughing with a friend, or spending time outside in the beautiful mountains of Grand Lake, CO.

This week's invitation: Choose one activity this week simply because it brings you joy with no goal or checklist. Just the simple pleasure of doing something that makes you smile.

I'd love to hear from you! What's one way you love to move that has nothing to do with “exercise”?

Join us of a class this week to explore joy in movement. Find the schedule and register for classes at GrandLakeYoga.com

07/25/2026

Grand Lake Yoga has once again been nominated for Best Yoga/Pilates/Barre Studio in Sky-Hi News' Best of Grand competition! Since this category was introduced in 2022, you've helped Grand Lake Yoga be recognized every year, either as a finalist or the winner, and I'm so grateful.

As a one-teacher studio in our little mountain town, your support means the world to me and helps shine a light on the wonderful yoga community we've built together.

If Grand Lake Yoga has made a positive difference in your life, I'd be honored to have your vote. Voting is open now through July 31.

Vote here www.skyhinews.com/bestofgrand2026/ #/group/2610/nom/45655/255336

Thank you so much for your continued support!

07/22/2026

One of my favorite parts of teaching yoga is getting to meet wonderful people in incredible places like this.

This private group class was held beside the water with mountain views in every direction. It’s hard to ask for a better yoga studio than that.

Private group classes are one of my favorite things to teach because every class is designed for the people in front of me. Friends on vacation, bachelorette or wedding weekends, family reunions, wellness retreats, corporate groups, or just a group looking for a fun and relaxing way to spend time together, I’ll bring everything needed and come to your location in Grand Lake, Colorado and surrounding areas.

If you’ve been thinking about adding something unique to your next gathering, I’d love to help! Visit grandlakeyoga.com or send me a message to get more information!

07/20/2026

Adaptability & Trust

Have you ever come to your yoga mat expecting one kind of practice, and your body had other plans?

Some days you feel strong and energized. Other days your balance is off, your muscles are tight, or your mind is racing. The practice doesn't change, but you do.

That's what we're exploring this week at Grand Lake Yoga.

Yoga reminds us that adapting isn't a sign of weakness. It's a sign that you're paying attention. Meeting yourself where you are today takes far more wisdom than trying to force yesterday's practice onto today's body.

The same is true off the mat.

Life rarely goes exactly as planned. Being adaptable doesn't mean having all the answers. It means trusting yourself enough to adjust, shift your perspective, and keep moving forward.

This week's invitation: Notice one area of your life where you're holding on to the idea that there's only one right way. Can you make one small adjustment without judging yourself?

If you're in Grand Lake, CO, come practice with us this week. I'd love to help you discover what your body, and your life, is asking for today. Check out GrandLakeYoga.com for the class schedule and to sign up.

Share in the comments: When was the last time changing your plans turned out to be a good thing?

07/13/2026

Letting Go of Control

What if freedom isn't about having complete control.

What if it's about knowing when to let go?

We spend so much time trying to plan every detail, solve every problem, and make everything turn out exactly the way we hope. But some of the greatest peace comes when we stop fighting for control and put our energy into what we can influence.

That's what we're exploring this week at Grand Lake Yoga.

On the mat, notice where you're holding unnecessary tension. Can you let your breath guide your movement instead of forcing your body into a pose? Sometimes we discover more strength when we stop trying so hard.

Off the mat, think about one situation you've been trying to control. What would it feel like to take a deep breath, do what you can, and allow the rest to unfold?

This week's invitation: Choose one area of your life where you're holding on a little too tightly. See what happens when you soften your grip, even just a little.

Tell me in the comments - what’s one thing you're learning to let go of?

And If you're in Grand Lake, CO, I'd love to have you join us for class this week. You can see the schedule and sign up for classes at GrandLakeYoga.com

07/06/2026

Moving with Change

Change is one of the few things we can count on, yet it's something many of us naturally resist.

This week at Grand Lake Yoga, we're exploring what it feels like to move with change instead of fighting against it.

On the mat, that might mean slowing down enough to notice the transitions between poses. Instead of rushing to the next shape, can you stay present as your balance shifts, your weight changes, and your breath guides the movement?

Off the mat, the practice continues. Is there a place in your life where you're holding tightly to a routine, expectation, or the way you think things should be? What if, instead of pushing harder, you softened just a little?

Sometimes the smallest shift in perspective is enough to help us move forward.

This week's invitation: Notice one area of your life where you're feeling stuck. What's one small step you could take toward change?

I'd love to hear from you. Share your thoughts in the comments below, and if you're in Grand Lake, CO, come practice with us this week! Find the full schedule and register for classes at GrandLakeYoga.com

07/01/2026

What if this month, instead of pushing harder, you practiced going with the flow?

Life is always changing. Some changes we welcome, and others catch us by surprise. Our July yoga classes at Grand Lake Yoga are all about learning to move with those changes instead of resisting them.

Flow isn't just about linking yoga poses together. It's about moving with your breath, trusting the transitions, letting go of the need to control every outcome, and finding a balance between effort and ease.

My hope is that this month's practice helps you soften your grip, embrace change, and discover a little more ease.

Where in your life could you use a little more flow right now? I'd love for you to join us this month in Grand Lake, CO. Find more information and register for classes at GrandLakeYoga.com

06/29/2026

Radiate From Within

“Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it.” Rumi

Our theme for the month of June is Radiate. True radiance does not come from performance or perfection. It comes from being connected to yourself.

This week, notice what naturally shines through when you stop trying to prove or perform. Spend time with the people, practices, and spaces that help you feel grounded, open, and real.

Radiate from who you are.

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