Jennifer Smith, RYT, YACEP, owner of Nisswa Yoga, has more than a decade and a half of experience teaching yoga, mindfulness, meditation, and workplace wellness throughout the Brainerd Lakes area. She has completed over 1,200 hours of yoga training and taught more than 2,700 classes. Jennifer’s first teacher training was with Neva Ingalls in Chevy Chase, MD, and she has since studied extensively with yoga luminaries Alex Crow, John Schumacher, and Judith Hanson Lasater.

Jennifer makes mindfulness and yoga practices approachable for people at any level. Her immersive experiences invite participants to explore their practice more deeply, often in inspiring natural settings. Grounded in yogic philosophy, her teaching emphasizes developing the ability to connect with yourself and the world around you with greater awareness and compassion. Whether leading a class or workshop, Jennifer offers a range of mindful, sustainable practices that empower individuals to make choices that best serve their well-being. She is a certified Relax and Renew® Restorative Yoga Teacher through internationally acclaimed teacher Judith Hanson Lasater and offers intentional Restorative Yoga workshops to share the benefits of this evidence-based practice.

In addition to her regular classes, Jennifer facilitates sessions at retreats, conferences, and corporate events. Her offerings range from energizing movement breaks at gatherings like TEDxGullLake, to present-moment mindfulness practices in outdoor spaces like a local berry farm, to team-building and workplace wellness experiences for organizations across the region. A highly experienced public speaker, Jennifer also offers signature talks and presentations, available as keynotes or breakout sessions to complement retreat and event programs. In addition to her wellness offerings, Jennifer is a licensed wedding officiant, available for custom ceremonies.