From Raydiant Heat/Circles of Life Retreat Attendees:
“The Circles of Life Retreat was a moving and powerful experience. The intimacy of a small group setting provided the space to be vulnerable, authentic, and supported. The beauty of the surroundings—warmth, nature, comfort, softness, and tranquility made this a retreat like no other. The candlelit evening yin yoga and sound bathing were experiences I will not soon forget. The delicious meals and togetherness while feasting provided a true sense of community. Using the five senses to work through grief—any kind of grief—provided opportunity to view the process of loss through many different lenses. Lenses of positivity. Lenses of hope. I will cherish this retreat deeply in my heart and will absolutely return for the next one.” Meghan M, Buffalo, NY
“The Circles of Life Retreat was such a beautiful experience. Sharing my space with wonderful, successful, and supportive women was the medicine I needed to start the new year and continue my healing process. The Hermitage on the Hill is the perfect space to gather, relax, and find peace. My room was very private with a locking door, comfortable bed, and plenty of towels for my weekend stay. The retreat was so well organized with plenty of activities every day along-side some personal time which I spent reflecting and reading. We had guest speakers, yoga classes, and a sound bath which was a huge treat. I always save the best for last, and that is the food. We were well fed with healthy and delicious treats from morning until late at night. One night we even cooked together which was a fun and bonding experience. Our hostess with the mostest, Jennie Ray, is compassionate, thoughtful, and the perfect person to lead a journey to wellness and healin” Carissa C-Chester, VA
From Raydiant Heat International Retreat Participants:
This retreat was an incredible experience! Jennie Ray, our fearless leader, created a safe, supportive space for both yoga and recovery work that felt healing and empowering. I left feeling grounded, connected, and renewed. I highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for meaningful growth and restoration.
Kelly M. Richmond, VA
From Studio Owners & Private Clients:
“As an employee, Jennie Ray is a joy to have on staff. She is always on time, always has a smile on her face and her love for yoga is contagious. She teaches the Baptiste sequence with great care and compassion. She makes herself available to her students before and after class for questions, and she always welcomes feedback. She is a true ray of sunshine!” -Rachel Mzhickteno, Hot Yoga Richmond
“Jennie started introducing yoga to my students with Intellectual Disabilities at Manchester High School about three years ago. Wednesdays were super exciting for the anticipation of Ms. Jennie’s arrival. Her kindness, patience and Yogi wisdom provided my students with the tools they needed to become strong warriors. We watched them grow and blossom over the years, and become more present and self aware. They showed their gratitude by showering her with hugs and thank yous in their special ways. We look forward to the end of this pandemic so we can continue our practice with the amazing Ms Jennie.” -Marie Boger, Manchester High School
From Students:
“You can immediately tell that Jennie Ray teaches from inside her heart and soul – and it’s obviously she has a strong self practice and lives to lead a yoga lifestyle, both on and off her mat. Love the cueing, flow, and spirituality of Jennie Ray’s classes – she does so while being very grounded and real. I would bring a friend to her class any day!”
-Anna SW
“As a teacher, Jennie Ray is incredibly skilled at her craft. I love that in each of her classes, she weaves a bit of yoga philosophy into her teaching. She is loving and kind and I know I can show up to her class in whatever form I am in and she will accept me without judgement in that moment. I trust her as a teacher, not just to guide me through a class, but to show up and be present with me as a fellow yogi”
-Rachel M.
“Jennie Ray is a dynamic, heart-connected teacher. She is an empowering leader who masterfully weaves together a strong physical asana practice with spiritual inquiry and exploration. After each of her classes, I am left feeling cracked wide open. She leads her classes with vulnerability and intentionality, thereby inviting her students to do the same on and off their mats. I am so grateful to be a part of the community that Jennie has created!”
-Camille H.
From Private Students:
“I’ve been an athlete my entire life. I’ve done dozens of different types of “workouts.” But I didn’t come to discover the gift that is yoga until Jennie shared it with me when I was 55 years old. Nothing has resonated with me in body, in mind, in spirit the way yoga does. Specifically, Baptiste Power Yoga. Why? because it’s not a “workout”; it’s a journey each and every time I step on my mat. Jennie is a master at the Baptiste sequence, but even more than that, she uses the practice to spur me into deeper, more meaningful inquiry of myself. Because of her instruction, I’ve gone from “Oh I’ll never be able to do that pose,” to being able to get up into wheel; but what she has taught me is that I get up into wheel now, not because of the development of my body, but because of the development of an open heart and an open mind that pushes beyond self-imposed limitations. As Jennie’s student, i feel guided by her instruction, but she also inspires me to be in my own power”
-Matt P