Jennifer Parmelee

Jennifer Parmelee is a nationally recognized senior, ISHTA-Yoga Teacher who has spent the last 25 years teaching and practicing the Art of Yoga. From the very basics of yoga and meditation, to becoming one of New York City's most influential teacher's teacher, Jennifer has educated thousands of people in learning how to integrate a yogic lifestyle into our modern time. She is a former co-owner of Dil Yoga Studio in Middlebury, VT. and she has taught as a Senior Teacher and Teacher Trainer for Yoga Zone, Be Yoga, ISHTA, New York Yoga, Haelth, and Moonheart Healing Arts Center in New York City. Her classes and workshops are masterful; filled with grand inspiration and deep exploration, governed by a calm presence, mellifluous voice, and humor. She shares yoga ritual, philosophy, meditations, and clear attention to alignment to help one cultivate radiant health and a sound soul.

She produced the meditation CD Sit Within Yourself and is the author of the forthcoming book Petal by Petal: The Flowering Self. Jennifer is also certified in many other healing arts modalities including chakra balancing, gemstone healing, Polarity Healing Arts, and Aromatherapy. In addition to teaching yoga, Jennifer is also a dedicated birth professional who is certified as a DONA Doula, Lamaze Childbirth Educator, NY State Lactation Consultant, and Farm Midwifery Assistant. She holds a BA in English from Hunter College and a Masters Degree in Education from Goddard College. Throughout the years and in her free time, Jennifer has also managed to become an accomplished artist and performer.

Upcoming Programs by Jennifer Parmelee

“Menla is a truly inspiring place to live and work. I can’t imagine a better environment in the US for me to be of service, help a very meaningful cause, and learn about Tibet, Buddhism, yoga, and the world of health & wellness. I have a tremendous amount of gratitude for Robert & Nena Thurman’s vision, not to mention for everyone else who helps make Menla a place I can feel genuinely proud to work for.”

David B.

“This was hands down the best spiritual retreat experience I’ve had since I left my teacher’s ashram. Omega, Kripalu, Esalen don’t compare to the lovely energy happening at Menla. The small, intimate facilities allow them to make delicious food, very sattvic & each meal feels restoring to vitality. The staff is very kind and helpful. Everyone we met seemed to have a fullness of heart and a strong dedication to be of service to the place & the guests. The environs are gorgeous! The hiking trails are well marked. I could spend 100 days here & never wish for the outside world. I cannot recommend this place more.”

Aimee S.

“The property is amazing. The creek running through it is one of the most amazing places to sit and listen that I have ever been to. I work in the forest industry and am constantly exposed to the wonders of the natural world, and I feel like this is one of the most profound natural spaces I have been to in my life.”

Mark D.

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