Jen Patterson

Modo/Barre/Pilates Fusion/Pilates Fusion HIIT Instructor

In 2014 I tried a free class for a fitness method called “Sculpt Barre” and was blown away. Never one for group fitness, I was surprised how much I enjoyed attending classes. Noticing a change in my strength and flexibility after only a few weeks, I became absolutely hooked. The following year I had the privilege of becoming a Sculpt Barre instructor myself, and in 2018 made the move to Modo Yoga, Sherwood Park to teach Barre.

Having easy access to hot yoga classes allowed me to try something new! And shortly after joining the staff, I became a regular yoga practitioner. Having a regular yoga practice changed my life. Learning to connect to breath and be present in each moment of class allowed me to be more relaxed & mindful in my busy day-to-day life.

After a year or so of my yoga practice I developed an interest in taking a yoga training but no trainings were feasible for me at the time. Post Covid, Modo continue to offer online training and in early 2023 I completed my 200hr Modo Yoga teacher training and have been happily teaching Modo classes since March 2023! Barre and yoga are beautiful compliments to each other and it’s such a joy to teach both.

This studio has become my second home and the community my second family. MYSP is a magical space full of love.