Yoga with Jess - Richmond/Nelson/Tasman

Join me this Monday! 7pm at Formé

🪷 INTERNATIONAL YOGA DAY AT FORMÉ FITNESS 🪷

In celebration of International Yoga Day, we're opening up our Monday Evening Yoga class to everyone!

📅 Monday 22 June 🕖 7:00pm

Whether you're completely new to yoga, returning after some time away, or simply craving an hour to slow down and recharge, this class is the perfect opportunity to move, breathe, stretch, and unwind.

Led by Jess, you'll be guided through a gentle and welcoming practice designed to help you reconnect with your body and calm your mind.

✨ Bring a blanket for a beautifully warm and relaxing savasana at the end of class.

🤎 Formé Fitness Members: FREE 🤎 24/7 Members: FREE for this special event 🤎 Non-Members/Public: Just $5

No experience necessary - everyone is welcome.

- Spaces are limited and bookings are essential. First in, first served.

We currently have 14 spaces available.

Book now through the Glofox app before spots fill!

See you on the mat,

Jess 🧘‍♀️ xx

Hi! I'm Jess and YogaTasman is my yoga baby. I also love dancing, dressing up, my family, reading, and all the craft hobbies.

I attended my first yoga class at the ripe young age of 22. When instructors would walk around the room and force you into impossible shapes. While I didn't love that, yoga kept pulling me back and when I became a mum, my yoga mat became a place where I could find space, breath and myself again. Thankfully I found a wonderful teacher who always knew where I was at, and gave me the space I craved.

I start every one of my classes with the opportunity for students to quieten their minds. To let go of the noise and the buzz, and to be still. That's hard some days, and that's also ok.

If you are interested in attending one of my classes, drop me a message. You'll find me at .fitness.studio in Richmond on Monday evenings and Wednesday mornings.

💖 🙏Jess

Not every yoga class goes to plan…

This morning, during the 6am class, just as we started to slow down and find our breath, a very enthusiastic drill decided to join us.

It was loud. Really loud.

I found myself almost shouting over it. I couldn’t hear the music. It wasn’t the class I planned. And for a moment, I felt that little wave of frustration rise.

But here’s the thing — yoga isn’t about perfect conditions. It’s not about silence, soft lighting, and everything aligning just so.

It’s about how we respond when it doesn’t.

Life is a bit like that unexpected drill at 6am.
We don’t always get the calm, quiet version we imagined. Sometimes it’s messy. Sometimes it’s noisy.

And in those moments, we breathe.
We adapt.
We soften.
We keep going.

To the women who were in the class today — thank you for rolling with it.

This is practice. Not perfection.
On and off the mat 🤍

As we step into 2026, I’ve been reflecting on what this year is all about for me — and the words that keep coming up are strength, wellness, and community.

Last year I met Krissy from FitMiss while I was on my journey to rebuild myself and take my fitness in a new direction. We clicked and when she offered me the opportunity to be part of the Formé team, I had to say yes!

Formé opens in Richmond this Saturday 17 January (opening day details below - see you there from 10am).

Hot Yoga classes start Wednesday 21 January with the lovely Rachel (), and I’ll be taking classes from Wednesday 28 January. I honestly can’t wait to move, sweat, and breathe with you in this new environment - I've had a sneak peak and its gorgeous!

You can find out more about the gym here:
https://www.formefitness.co.nz or Formé

Here’s to 2026 — the year we choose strength, wellness, and ourselves.

With warmth,
Jess

The day has arrived!!! 🥳 Have you signed up yet?

Put yourself first in 2026 and sign up for Formé 💖

The time has finally come!! 🤸🏻‍♀️🎉

We are SO excited to announce our opening day.....SATURDAY JANUARY 17TH!!

Pencil this in your diaries ladies as we would love to share the start of this exciting and special chapter with you all!

All information is included in the post and please stay tuned for our upcoming membership announcement.

See you all on Saturday the 17th xx

✨ Bring the retreat feeling home ✨

The beautiful scent you’ve noticed in class is my Retreat Essential Oil Blend, something I originally created just for my yoga sessions. It’s been so loved that I’ve decided to bottle it up and make it available for you to enjoy at home too 🌿

This blend reflects the same peaceful, centred energy I love to create in class. It’s soothing, grounding, and helps you slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with that sense of calm we all crave.

💛 Use it in your diffuser during your yoga or meditation practice
💧 Add a few drops while you unwind at the end of the day
🌙 Or simply enjoy the scent as a gentle reminder to pause and breathe

Let the aroma fill your space and bring you back to that retreat-like calm, wherever you are.

You can find it on my Felt store here: https://felt.co.nz/shop/je_ceramics or send me a message to order for $20 directly 🌸

🌿 Exciting news! 🌿

I’m thrilled to share that I’ll be teaching Hot Yoga classes at Forme Fitness — Richmond’s brand new, women’s-only gym! 💪🧘‍♀️

Hot Yoga is such a beautiful way to release tension, build strength, and reconnect with your body. The gentle heat supports deep stretching, encourages detoxification, and leaves you feeling grounded, calm, and empowered.

If you’re looking to move mindfully, build confidence, and create space for yourself — this is for you. 💫

You can find out more about Forme Fitness here 👉 www.formefitness.co.nz

And as always, you can learn more about me, my yoga classes and upcoming events at www.yogatasman.nz.

I can’t wait to roll out the mats and share this new offering with you in the beautiful Richmond community. ❤️

Something exciting is coming….. watch this space 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️🧘

Thanks to all those who came this afternoon! Hope you made it home dry 🥰 Until next time! 🙏💛🧘‍♀️