A life-changing experience

Movement Wisdom is a boutique online yoga school led by Jess Rose. Our mission is to share the transformational power of yoga through world-class training programs and courses.

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We are

Dedicated Practitioners

We master our asana practice, take yoga beyond stretching, and become unshakable human beings together.

Aspiring Teachers

We build thriving careers, empower our students, and raise the bar for what it means to teach yoga.

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❲ Founder & Lead Trainer ❳

The quickest way to become a standout yoga professional

... is to learn from one. Our founder and lead trainer Jess Rose has been called one of the "brightest talents in the yoga world" (Elephant Journal) because of her unique ability to blend modern movement science and ancient yogic wisdom into addictive asana classes.

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A Career in Numbers

14 Years

of yoga industry experience

3.500+

live classes taught

1 Million

students reached

100s

of mistakes made, so you don't have to

10.000 Hours

invested in yoga education

Why study with Jess

1. Knowledge

The woman can’t figure out her electric tooth brush. But when it comes to yoga she's a fountain of knowledge.

Completed 8 YTTs and 23 specialty programs. (And her collection of yoga books is just nuts!)

Learned from esteemed movement experts in the US and Europe

Hunted down hard-to-find Gurus in India to soak up their wisdom

2. Experience

Jess has seen it all, done it all, and made every mistake in the book. So that you don't have to...

Led trainings, workshops and retreats on 5 continents

Taught classes in every imaginable setting (1-on-1, studio, corporate, Zoom, big events etc.)

Filmed highly successful programs for 2 popular online yoga platforms

3. Teaching Skills

Jess is a professional educator and really good at sharing her knowledge.

Used to lead the English department of a high school in Berlin (Germany) for 7 years

Curates effective learning journeys (pace, composition, formats, presentation etc.)

Breaks down complex subjects and explains difficult concepts in simple terms.

4. Quality Standards

Jess' quality standards are insanely high. Because she genuinely cares about yoga, and about your success.

Prepares lectures meticulously (think 2 weeks of prep time for a 1 hour lecture)

Only includes relevant content that you can directly apply to your practice or teaching

Empowers students by explaining the why (instead of just saying "that ...")

5. Fun Factor

Jess is an inspiring teacher who makes learning what it should be - fun!

Generously sprinkles humor on top of lectures and classes

Uses engaging learning formats to keep you motivated and on track

Has a personality that makes you feel like you're "actually sitting in class" (quote from a student).

❲ Our version of yoga ❳

The 7 Cornerstones that define Movement Wisdom Yoga

Movement Wisdom Yoga is not defined by a set sequence (as in the Ashtanga tradition), special equipment (like in Aerial Yoga) or a specific room temperature (Hot Yoga 🥵). Instead, our version of yoga is based on 7 core principles.

1

Movement + Wisdom = Yoga

Up until the 20th century yoga was purely spiritual. The royal path towards enlightenment. Today, yoga is predominantly physical. The royal path towards a great butt. Movement Wisdom Yoga is both. Because the magic of yoga happens where the physical meets the spiritual.

2

Every Body Is Unique

Humans are not just different on the outside, but also on the inside. That’s why the typical "one-size-fits-all" cues don't work. Movement Wisdom Yoga embraces human uniqueness. We empower students by pointing out differences, introducing modifications, offering specific advice, and giving alternatives for every body.

3

But Every Thing Is One

Each of us is unique. But at the same time we're all one. Part of the same universal energy. And more connected than we think. Movement Wisdom Yoga allows students to experience the Oneness of all things. We opens eyes, change minds, and touch hearts.

4

Our Yoga Is Not Religious

The history of yoga is intertwined with the development of Eastern religions. But yogic ideas and practices are not religious. That's why Movement Wisdom Yoga does not require students to believe anything. Our yoga is simply an invitation to try out new things and see what happens.

5

Half in, Half Out

As humans we are half material, half spirit. Half earthly, half cosmic. Half animals, half angels. Half chained, half free. Half real, half illusion. Half knowing, half wondering. Half here, half there. Half in, half out. That's why Movement Wisdom Yogis walk the Middle Path.

6

Safety First & Fun Too

Student safety is our highest priority. But safety alone is not enough. It’s only the foundation of a great experience. That’s why fun, lightheartedness, magic, and mystery are also top priorities for Movement Wisdom Yoga.

7

Share the Magic

Yoga helps us turn blah into bliss, anger into love, desires into contentment, weakness into strength, conflict into peace, fear into trust, pain into health, and so much more. As Movement Wisdom Yoga teachers, it is our responsibility to share the transformational power of yoga with everyone who is willing to try.

❲ Our Promise To You ❳

World-class yoga education and a 5 Star experience

Jess was so frustrated with her own yoga odyssey that she made it her mission to provide Movement Wisdom students with trainings that check all the boxes.

You will learn

Yogic Practices

Master your asana and take your yoga way beyond stretching.

Vinyasa Flow
Hatha Yoga
Yin Yoga
Restorative Yoga
Meditation techniques
Breathwork practices
Chanting mantra
...

Yoga Anatomy

Understand what's going on inside your body when you step on the mat.

Movement science
Human anatomy
Breath
Body proportions
Body systems
Meridians
Common injuries
...

Yoga Philosophy

Understand the original teachings of yoga and how to apply them to your life.

Oneness
Contentment
Enlightenment
Non-attachment
Habits
Mythology
Yoga & Religion
...

Teaching Skills

Become a role-model and share the life-changing magic of yoga with others.

Cues
Assists
Demonstrations
Themes
Sequences
Modifications
Use of props
...

You can count on

Trustworthy

Outdated is the enemy.

Our training contents are based on meticulous research using only the most reliable resources available.

Actionable

We don't waste your time.

Everything you learn is relevant. And directly applicable to your personal practice and your teaching.

Empowering

Don't memorize, understand.

We don't just tell you "that ...". We also explain why. Because that's what learning is all about, isn't it?

Entertaining

You'll enjoy the ride.

Our lead trainer Jess Rose is an incredibly inspiring teacher who makes learning fun. Ask any of her students ...

Details You'll Love

Easy-Peasy

Get set up and start learning in less than 5 minutes.

Flexible

Study on your own schedule, wherever you are.

Lifetime Access

Come back to your programs whenever you want.

Support

We're always happy to help and quick to respond.

Free Updates

All updates and additions to your courses are free.

Yoga Q&A

Dig through our huge library with 700+ Q&A videos.

Community

No, it's not just another facebook group.

Net Zero

We plant trees to offset our Co2 emissions.

4K Quality

Enjoy professionally recorded and edited video content.

Podcast Player

Our courses are also available on your favorite podcast app

All Devices

You can study and practice on all your devices

Scholarships

For those who otherwise couldn't join.

Background Info

A regular, intelligent yoga practice has the potential to improve every aspect of your life.

This sounds like a silly exaggeration ... but it isn't. Yoga is more powerful than any other practice (at least that I can think of) for three reasons:

It is both physical and spiritual.
It is ultra accessible
It is incredibly diverse.

Other physical practices (sports, hiking, etc.) also have plenty of benefits. But yoga "trumps" all of them.

Because it also gives you a framework for living life and making sense of all the craziness around you.¹
Because to do yoga, all you need is enough space to move your body.For other sports you need more room, more equipment (rackets, balls, nets etc.), and often a certain type of environment (water for swimming, mountains for hiking etc.)²
Because there are more styles of yoga than you have fingers and toes. And each style attracts different people, has different benefits, or works well for different bodies.

Spiritual practices (e.g. worship) also have benefits in common with yoga. But, again, yoga is more powerful.

Because it also has a strong physical component which a) has totally different benefits; and b) helps you embody the spiritual teachings in a way that's fun and liberating.
"Because yoga doesn't require you to believe anything, to be initiated, or to be fortunate enough to be born into a family of yogis. You can just go for it.

Okay, but come on ... where's the "magic"?

Yoga takes us from blah to bliss, from angry to kind-hearted, from freaked out to super chill, from fearful to confident, from broken to whole in less than 1 hour.

Yoga cures chronic pain and helps overcome addiction. It turns weakness into strength, indifference into amazement, and 1000 conflicting desires into genuine contentment with how things are right now. How we are. How life is.

Yoga helps mothers support the development of their unborn children. It slows down aging, strengthens your bones and keeps you mobile. It offers community when you're lonely. And it prepares you to say goodbye with a smile on your face when the time comes.

Yoga broadens your horizon and elevates your everyday experience. It opens your eyes to the wonders of the world and it helps you see what's beneath the surface.

If that's not magic ... then I don't know what is.

In 2025 the skillset of your average yoga teacher is somewhere between dangerous and decent.

Only very few teachers - let's say 1 in 100 - have enjoyed the world-class yoga education they need to share the transformational power of yoga with students.

This is of course impossible to prove. There are no studies or statistics. Our claim is simply based on (lots of) personal experiences. As yoga students we have attended thousands of classes with hundreds of different teachers. And as yoga teachers we have talked to hundreds of fellow teachers about their education.

To help you form your own opinion on the subject, we have compiled a few simple questions that you can use to judge the quality of your yoga teacher(s). The more questions you can answer with a resounding "Yes", the better. A standout yoga teacher will check all the boxes.

Yoga Teacher Assessment

Do they offer more than 1 style of yoga?
Do they include meditation, breathwork, chanting mantra or other yogic practices in their classes?
Do their cues work well for your practice / your body (and what do other students say)?
Do they give specific advice in response to specific questions?
Do they use lots of props in their classes?
Do they offer modifications for bigger bodies, older adults, or pregnant yogis?
Do they surprise you with creative sequences?
Do they sometimes drop knowledge bombs and fun facts about yoga poses / body proportions / movement science / outdated cues ...?
Do they sprinkle their classes with golden nuggets of yogic wisdom?
Can they explain yoga philosophy in a way that you can actually understand?
Have they helped you advance your practice?
Would you say that they changed your life?

It's very easy for us (or anyone) to say that they offer "world-class" yoga education.

But what does that actually mean? Well, here is what it means to us:

Definition: World-class education yoga education equips students with the knowledge and skills they need to become standout yoga practitioners and life-changing teachers.

For that to happen the training needs to include a set of 4 key components (think "content buckets"). And it needs to meet 4 quality standards.

Key Componetns

World-class yoga education needs to include ...

(1) Yogic Practices

Asana
Meditation
Breathwork
Chanting mantra
Bonus points for traditional cleansing (can be super weird!!!) and other less common practices

(2) Yoga Anatomy

Body parts, basic components, how they work and what they're good for
Movement mechanics
Body proportions, bone structure and factors that make each body unique
Benefits and risks of different poses and practices

(3) Yoga Philosophy

History of the yoga tradition (key figures, events and texts)
Important concepts of yoga philosophy
Bonus points for yoga mythology (not essential but fun and fascinating)

(4) Teaching Skills

Cueing
Sequencing
Theming
Observing
Assisting
Demonstrating
Modifying
Using props
Using your voice
Being the teacher

Side note: Students who don't want to teach yoga can simply ignore the 4th bucket.

Quality Standards

World-class yoga education needs to be ...

(A) Trustworthy

Coming from reliable sources (academic or otherwise)
Up to date (outdated info can be very dangerous)
Supported by evidence (aka. based on science or direct experience)

(B) Actionable

Relevant to yoga (rather than just nice to know)
Presented in a way that's easy to implement

(C) Empowering

Focused on understanding ideas (rather than memorizing facts)
Concise (minimum amount of information for maximum results)

(D) Entertaining

Engaging and interactive (students don't learn very much when they're asleep)
Peppered with humor (dry, wet, windy ... it doesn't matter)

Bonus points: Things get even better when, in addition to everything that we've mentioned above, the training is also

Structured in a way that's intuitive for students and prevents overwhelm
Convenient (flexible schedule, easy to access, always there etc.)
Affordable (not to be confused with "dirt-cheap")