EVOLVE Mindful Movement

For at least two years I listened to my friend rave about this mindful movement exercise class she was attending. She was always trying to get me to try it, but I always had a reason not to. Finally and  (partly to shut her up!) - I agreed to give it a go. To my surprise I loved it! I was immediately hooked and have been coming ever since. I can't say enough about this terrific type of exercise which works  both the body and the mind, connecting one to the other in a way that strengths each. Jackie, our instructor and founder of the company, guides us along in each class, focusing our minds on small, repetitive movements that flow one into the other until by the end, every muscle has been exercised and my mind is more at peace.  I receive so many benefits from this exercise class. One, my body is stronger than it ever was.  I notice the difference in everything I do - from skating to vacuuming to lifting my kayak with ease.  I am aware of my physicality in a way I never was before.  My movements feel more precise, more fluid. My body feels more in control. This new physical confidence carries over into the rest of my life.
Mindful movement also strengthens me mentally.  Paying attention to my movements and breathing during class enhances my own practice of mindfulness in my daily life.
In addition, I  definitely get a psychological boost by starting my day with this class. I have noticed that my day goes much better when I've done this exercise first!
Jackie is a  kind, skillful and thoughtful instructor. She encourages us to go at our own pace, to do what feels right and not to do it if it doesn't. She also challenges us! There are exercises moments during class that can be killers! ha!HA! After a 'killer' she allows us to recoup in a relaxing pose or just shake it out.
Joining Evolve Mindful Movement has been one of the best things I've ever done for myself. Thank you Jackie!

From the moment I walked in I felt a positive energy and kindness from the instructor and the class members. I got an amazing workout, was able to modify easily for my knee injury, and felt perfectly exhausted after class and ready to face my day! So lucky to have this studio in town. :)

Laura’s class is awesome! She has an amazing vibe and is very personable!!

Very much enjoyed my first Barre experience! The class was fun & challenging and the environment is warm and welcoming. Highly recommend!

The mindful bodywork at Evolve has been at once physically healing and community building. I entered the class at age 48, recovering from a concussion and an injured shoulder. I am thrilled to share that the informed bodywork and mindful movement practices have transformed my physical (and mental-emotional) condition after that trauma. I am now able to run 10 miles a day and am healthy and well balanced. When in the Fall of 2021, I suffered another accident (as active people do), I was able to recover in record time due to the core strength and mindful movement I had gained through Evolve's practice. I am so grateful that I found Jackie and Jill during this time of both challenge and growth.

I have attended many yoga, pilates, meditation classes, and I have never felt as supported as I do at Evolve.  Jackie is amazing, she is authentic, engaging, genuine and brings true joy to the practice.  She is able to balance core exercises with perfect music and encouragement to be present.  With her gentle guidance, I am able to let go of the distraction and stresses of the day to rejuvenate for the hour.  And her down to earth approach follows me throughout the week.  If you join Evolve, you will never want to leave.  I hope I see you there!

I've been a member of Evolve Mindful Movement for over 2 years and, without a doubt, the instructors,  Jill and Jackie, are beyond outstanding. They tailor their classes based upon what participant's skill level and encourage us outside our comfort zones  ... in a good way. I'm so glad I tried a class and have stuck with it.

Whether you are a beginner or advanced, the instruction and the classes are amazing and you will feel great and live better. I intend to keep up barre for the rest of my life.

Jackie is an inspiring, super fun, awesome instructor. This class is challenging in the best way. I would encourage anyone looking for a great workout with low impact to check it out. The space is absolutely stunning and extremely clean. One of my favorite finds in the area. Looking forward to many more workout sessions here :)

Hey out there, wanted to share my enthusiasm for this class. I'm on my 7th  or so class ,being a runner avid hiker,skier I am thrilled with the results of this I'll  call cross training. The intricate yet Suttle moves are a perfect accompaniment for strength and endurance while helping to the body injury free. Jackie is an excellent  instructor and knows the inner workings ,ie: I am positively worked out and sore in places I didn't  know  I had muscles.:) she delivers all of this with a great smile.I sometimes  wonder how she can keep up with the talking on some the moves we are doing. The workouts are changed up and keep it all very interesting.  My running  times have improved  markedly. I've  also had Jill as an instructor who brings another  aspect  to the workouts
It's all good here..Happy to be a part of this family  of fitness . Great stuff keep it coming!  Thanks with a Smile!

Dan LeBlanc

The group class was fantastic. Intense, even though I had been working out regularly for the last year+ but with appropriate adjustments for my fitness and abilities as well as for my injuries. Jackie did a great job and is very knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend her classes and Evolve for anyone looking for a group fitness class with a mindful approach.