ESSENTRICS® | Dynamic Stretching & Strengthening
ESSENTRICS® is a dynamic stretching and strengthening workout that increases mobility, strength, flexibility and range of motion using eccentric lengthening and strengthening of all the body's muscles and muscle chains.
This program is suitable for all age groups and fitness levels. Derived from Tai Chi, ballet and physiotherapy, Essentrics® uses gentle, flowing movements to rebalance the body, increase energy, relieve pain and prevent injury.
This gentle, low impact practice allows you to see changes in your body quite rapidly. Classes are designed to leave you feeling rejuvenated, rebalanced and supported, standing a little taller, and moving more freely.
For more information, read my blog posts to learn all about the many benefits of this exercise program:
ESSENTRICS® 101
ESSENTRICS® 102: Hidden Benefits
ESSENTRICS® 103: Complementary Movement
ESSENTRICS® Trademarks: A Complete Rebalancing Tool
My ESSENTRICS® Journey
ESSENTRICS® WITH JACQUELINE | Get Your Stretch On
My classes are fun yet challenging and provide a safe environment to try new things with your body. I create a positive and motivational atmosphere in which you learn to move deeper in a comfortable way, leaving you feeling lighter, stronger, and more flexible.
A Certified Level 2 Essentrics® instructor with six years of teaching experience, I’m trained in the fundamental principles of the program, as well as its signature trademark exercises and the anatomy and physiology behind the movements. My intention is not only to help you move better but also to teach you more about how your body works and how this program is designed and executed for maximum results.
An hour spent with me is never an hour wasted. Taking time to assess your needs is important to me and I want to see you succeed. I believe any movement is good for the body and that this program is designed to help any body feel better.
I want to work with you if you feel you need to bring your physical body into balance because you either spend too much time being idle or, on the other end of the spectrum, find you're doing too much concentric strengthening, and are restricted in your muscles and joints. I also have a new found affinity for working with moms through labour recovery. As a mom myself, I know the importance of keeping my body both flexible and balanced, which this program certainly helps me do. No question.
Through continuous, fluid movement that challenges your body's flexibility, I’ll help increase your range of motion, elevate your vitality, and shape your overall health.
START WITH A COMPLIMENTARY CONSULTATION
Let’s take 15 minutes to get to know each other before we decide to work together. This phone call is intended for you to express your goals and expectations and for us to see whether we're a good fit for each other and if Essentrics is right for you.
Testimonials
Janette M.
Ajax, ON
"My first session with Jacquie was great. She provided a comfortable and safe space for me to try a new practice. I had never tried Essentrics before so I was unsure of what to expect. Jacquie made sure I was feeling good throughout our 1 hr session and she was a really great teacher - showing how to properly do each move and allowing for adjustments where needed. I left our session feeling lighter and good in my body. It was definitely a challenging workout but one that my body now craves. There is truly nothing like it."
Alannah C.
Toronto, ON
"Jacquie is so great! I did her class at a time when I bruised my tailbone. Working up a sweat and doing her modified positioning helped me heal so much faster and allowed me to get the most out of her class! She is very knowledgeable, motivating and makes the class really fun! I highly recommend her!!!"
Jillian R.
Vancouver, BC
“I took an Essentrics class with Jacquie during a time when I was having quite a lot of back issues. I hadn't been doing any exercise for quite a while and was nervous that this workout would be something I wasn't able to do, or it would aggravate my back issues even more. I felt so empowered during the class as it was totally doable while still feeling like I was getting a great workout. Jacquie gave me lots of personal cues to help me with modifying for my particular needs. I would definitely recommend Essentrics with Jacquie for people just getting back into fitness after being away from it for a while!“
Erika W.
Vancouver, BC
"Jacqueline taught myself and my team an Essentrics class, and it was the perfect combination of being gentle on the body, while also feeling like I was challenging every one of my muscles. The hour long class was fun and dynamic, a great workout, and something totally unique. I loved it!"