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Elise Jones, Founder of Utah Yoga & Wellness

It's not just business, it's personal.

Welcome, friends!

"The logo of the Phoenix is a symbol of transformation; emerging a stronger version of yourself by embracing physical, mental & emotional trials in a positive, healthy way. Stripes represent earth's healing elements, earth, fire, wind, water. Learning to be 'comfortably uncomfortable' is what yoga (& rollerskating) is all about, as a moving meditation. Manifesting this transformation through support and results is what UY&W is all about."

I created Utah Yoga & Wellness in 2013, as an information website.

Creating 'Unity in CommUnity,' what began as promoting local wellness events & products, grew into our family operated Studio/Wellness/Training center, with 24 instructors/therapists. *Closed in 2020.

(I am actively teaching public yoga & rollerskating classes, private clients, Yoga Therapy, workshops, corporate & events & occasional Teacher Trainings. *See 'Classes' & 'Retreats' pages.)

During that time, I created Hygge & Adventure Wellness Retreats for women and couples, as the retreats I always wanted to attend. These unique, one-of-a-kind, fun & transformational wellness experiences, are now a primary focus of UY&W. These unique retreats have become sought after, even mimicked, yet with repeating guests, they promise the most meaningful time of connection & fun you'll have all year.

UY&W Shop: My Hygge Retreats are known for pampering, so I exchanged random swag for my own personally designed products specifically for you. Now available for purchase, along with many other UY&W brand items, all of the highest quality for yoga/meditation/hygge/skate/heart. You'll LOVE it!

After open heart surgery in 2017, then diagnosed with a severe stage of permanent Heart Failure (CHF) in 2021, partial lung resection 2022 & more ongoing complications, I became an advocate for emotional health/resilience, positivity & creating joy.

I offer my practice, teachings & retreats to help you live a more fulfilled, healthy life, as every day is a gift. I strive to help others with CHF/CHD/Heart problems through movement & calming post-surgery breath work, having been there myself. Focusing on what you CAN do, rather than what you can't, is wellness. The reason I practice yoga & skating is because I CAN, so I share my joy with you. After all, you could wake up every day and be mad, or you could wake up every day & rollerskate.

Joy is a choice.

(I share my journey on my instagram page, @ItsEliseJones)

I have enjoyed bringing community together, having created our annual Yoga in the Park (Summer Saturdays in Midway, over 100 people each week) and the Utah Yoga & Wellness Festival, to continue these connections after I closed my studio.

I believe in the culmination of movement, breath & laughter to achieve positive results and overall wellbeing; laughter is healing too. Keeping it real and more personal brings value to your wellness and connection to our community. Join me, I'd love to connect with you!

It's not just business, it's personal.

So much love to you,

Elise Jones

Yoga Therapist | ERYT 500+/YACEP Trainer/Educator| Aerial | SUP | RollerFitness/NamaSkate

See EVERYTHING offered: http://Linktr.ee/itselisejones

Cover Features:

Health Monitor Magazine "Heart Failure" June 2022

Heber Valley Magazine "LIVING with Heart Failure" 2021

Featured in:

Work & Wonder Magazine, Spring 2020 issue, "Stillness"

Mindful Studio Magazine:

https://mindfulstudiomag.com/creating-an-all-in-one-wellness-venue/

Podcasts (one of 8)

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-103-elise-jones/id1333144561?i=1000461691282

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A Family Affair - The Jones Family

Together as certified yoga instructors, we offer wellness opportunities for all ages through classes, retreats, community events, and outsourcing to collaborating local health professionals. It's a very unique family affair!

Christian: RYT 200 | TRX

Maya: RYT 200 | Aerial | SUP

Brooke: RYT 200 | SUP

WHERE TO FIND OUR CLASSES:

Elise: YouTube, Wilma App, Fit Stop Heber/Yoga & Aerial Yoga, Sundance Resort, Private, certified Yoga Therapy, Wasatch Aquatic/SUP, Roller Fitness at Wasatch Rec Center, Orem Classic Fun & Millcreek Common

Chris: Stretch classes during Mexico Adventure Couples Retreats

Maya: BYU Women's Center & Professors

Brooke: BYU Women's Center

See EVERYTHING offered: http://Linktr.ee/itselisejones

VITURAL CLASSES: YouTube Channel: Utah Yoga & Wellness

Instagram & Facebook: @ItsEliseJones @UtahYogaAndWellness

*Photos below Testimonials

testimonials - we love our community!

"This was amazing. I've been doing yoga 2-3 times per week for a long time, and I've learned more in one hour of class, than in one year of classes elsewhere. Thank you, Elise, for teaching me/us to improve, safely." ~Charlie, vacationer

"Trauma is very personal, it takes a lot to open myself up to it, so thank you for all you have done to help me learn to heal, even after just one session.

I definitely want more." ~Yoga Therapy client

"I had never done yoga before, I loved your class! I was expecting it to be intimidating but I felt empowered to listen to my body. Thank you Elise!" ~Event participant

"I can't imagine my life without Mens Stretch (w/ Chris) 2x per week. I've never been able to touch my toes until now, and it's only been 4 weeks!"

"I appreciate a yoga teacher with a sense of humor." ~Marty

"My girls love going to Brooke's class!" ~Debi

"I've never been to a class where I felt I wanted to stay. It feels so different, it truly was a space of healing. I'm moving here to be here."

~ Malissa

"Maya did such a great job teaching at the BYU Summit Conference, Professors now have her teaching their departments 2-3x per week!"

"I've woken up with hip pain for years from a past hockey injury. After 3 (Mens Stretch) classes, I don't feel that pain anymore." ~Mike

"I love your classes. As cheesy as it sounds, I feel like I've found a part of me that's been lost." ~Allison

"Thank you for being real. You're truly about healing and community; the experience is unsurpassed; and I know the difference. ~ Greg T, PT

"Obsessed. Fantastic instruction. So much attention to detail. Enjoyed the warm towel at the end of class." ~ Alexis

"I've never heard of another wellness site with so much to offer. What an awesome community service!" ~Dustin, Yelp

"Wow - I've read about you & wish I lived in Utah so I could take your classes!" ~Hillary, Mindbody

"I'm newer to yoga and I've never felt the way in other classes as I did in yours. I am now using the self-love mantra you encouraged us to practice every day, and it has made a huge difference in my day and attitude. Thank you, thank you." ~Event participant

"I love that I can release, laugh, cry, and not be judged or feel embarrassed." ~ Elizabeth

"I'm new to yoga and needed something that would push me but not hurt me. My body feels worked over, but not wanting to die from high impact. I love it!" ~Trish

"We live in Salt Lake and drove up just to attend your class! ~Mary, SLC

"Aerial Yoga felt so good, I actually cried!" ~Tonya

"I've had tension headaches for a long time, seeking help through other types of therapy/clinics. After practicing yoga for 3 weeks, my tension headaches are gone!" ~Sherry