Jessie Dwiggins • American Yoga Council

Jessie Dwiggins

Level 3 Yoga Teacher

https://www.jessiedwiggins.com/

Smithfield, RI, US

Mindfulness-driven vinyasa teacher with deep training in biomechanics, Forrest Yoga, and mindful eating. Here to help you befriend your body, tend your nervous system, and feel at home in yourself.

Credentials

Movement Immersion

Anatomy Trains, 2025

Lead faculty: Tom Myers

AYC has verified the completion of this program, but Anatomy Trains has not yet accredited this program with AYC so the core competencies cannot be displayed.

300-Hour Yoga Teacher Training

Fresh Yoga, 2021

Lead faculty: Heidi Sormaz, Catherine Allen

AYC has verified the completion of this program, but Fresh Yoga has not yet accredited this program with AYC so the core competencies cannot be displayed.

Core Integration Immersion: A Total Abdominal Awakening

Tune Up Fitness, 2021

Lead faculty: Laurie Streff

AYC has verified the completion of this program, but Tune Up Fitness has not yet accredited this program with AYC so the core competencies cannot be displayed.

Yoga Tune Up Shoulders Immersion

Tune Up Fitness, 2021

Lead faculty: Laurie Streff

AYC has verified the completion of this program, but Tune Up Fitness has not yet accredited this program with AYC so the core competencies cannot be displayed.

Functional Range Conditioning

Functional Range Systems, 2018

Lead faculty: Andreo A. Spina

AYC has verified the completion of this program, but Functional Range Systems has not yet accredited this program with AYC so the core competencies cannot be displayed.

Body by Breath® Immersion

Tune Up Fitness, 2017

Lead Faculty: Dinneen Viggiano

Knowledge

A working understanding of...

Describe the anatomy and physiology of stress-relief, including the Diaphragm-Vagus Nerve connection.

A comprehensive understanding of...

Explain the physiology of the diaphragm and its importance in posture, digestion, coughing, and elimination.
Describe the anatomy of the Vagus Nerve and the three zones we can stimulate it in: Supra-clavicular, Thoracic, and Subdiaphragmatic.

Skills

The ability to practice...

Explore more then 10+ practices to mobilize, release, and strengthen the diaphragm.
Practice body-based meditation techniques that are accessible to all

The ability to teach...

Teach simple body-based meditation techniques that are accessible to all
Guide students to use Roll Model® Therapy Ball Techniques to hasten relaxation and pain relief
Guide savasana with an understanding of the vagus nerve, that help clients experience a body wide parasympathetic cascade of relaxation.

Advanced Teacher Training

Forrest Yoga, 2017

Lead faculty: Catherine Allen, Heidi Sormaz

AYC has verified the completion of this program, but Forrest Yoga has not yet accredited this program with AYC so the core competencies cannot be displayed.

Roll Model® Method Practioner Training

Tune Up Fitness, 2016

Lead Faculty: Laurie Streff

Knowledge

A working understanding of...

Describe the basics of pain physiology and fascia geography including bony landmarks, muscular attachments, and the fascial seam-system.
Explain the "why" behind why we do certain yoga/fitness practices.

A comprehensive understanding of...

Explain the "science of rolling"
Sequence "Ball Choreography" in unique and original patterns to be applied to any individual or special population.

Skills

The ability to practice...

Practice ball rolling techniques that penetrate into common high-tension areas. including the rotator cuff, upper back, neck, jaw, hips, lower back, IT Band, calves, and feet.
Use therapy balls to deepen one's comprehension, understanding, and somatic awareness of musculoskeletal anatomy and physiology.

The ability to teach...

Demonstrate soft-tissue self-care solutions for every client and condition while utilizing the four different-sized Roll Model Therapy Balls.
Apply test/retest scenarios to individual clients to provide instant feedback of improved function or reduced pain.
Create SMR rollouts for individuals, groups and special populations
Teach touch averse clients an empowering method of self care using low cost, accessible tools for self-massage.

Yoga Tune Up® Teacher Certification Training

Tune Up Fitness, 2016

Lead Faculty: Jill Miller

Knowledge

A working understanding of...

Discuss the fundamentals of the anatomy, physiology and biomechanics of the musculo-skeletal system including muscles, bones, fascia, ligaments, joints, and attachment points in the context of yoga practice.
Apply critical thinking to yogic dogmas around asana, sequencing, and cueing taking a fresh perspective on an embodied practice.

A comprehensive understanding of...

Guide students using "clues" instead of "cues" towards a deeper level of curiosity and embodiment.
Describe the movements of the body using accurate anatomical and biomechanical terms.
Design memorable, accessible classes using a step-by-step process to “think out of the boxana” based on the individual clients needs and fitness level.
Apply principles of biomechanics and kinesiology to pursue a deeper understanding of what is happening in their bodies and the bodies of students.

Skills

The ability to practice...

Practice context-based teaching strategies for the classroom, clinic, gym or studio with a yogic lens of awareness.
Innovate their own embodied yogic practices merging the worlds of yoga, fitness, pain management, and myofascial self-care.

The ability to teach...

Teach a variety of self-massage techniques and myofacial stretches to students in private or group sessions in order to assist them in relieving pain, increase range of motion, and improve body awareness.
Teach Yoga Tune Up classes, workshops, and privates with a yogic lens of awareness, conscious relaxation, and body therapy.

Mentorship Program

Forrest Yoga, 2015

Lead faculty: Heidi Sormaz

AYC has verified the completion of this program, but Forrest Yoga has not yet accredited this program with AYC so the core competencies cannot be displayed.

Advanced Teacher Training

Forrest Yoga, 2013

Lead faculty: Ana T. Forrest

AYC has verified the completion of this program, but Forrest Yoga has not yet accredited this program with AYC so the core competencies cannot be displayed.

Forrest Yoga Honors

Forrest Yoga, 2012

Lead faculty: Ana T. Forrest

AYC has verified the completion of this program, but Forrest Yoga has not yet accredited this program with AYC so the core competencies cannot be displayed.

Foundations Course

Forrest Yoga, 2009

Lead faculty: Ana Forrest

AYC has verified the completion of this program, but Forrest Yoga has not yet accredited this program with AYC so the core competencies cannot be displayed.

Certified to offer CE in:

Hands-on Assists

Anatomy, Physiology, & Biomechanics

My mentors

Jill Miller

Level 4

Ana Forrest

Level 4

Let’s connect!

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