A Soma yoga class begins with gentle movements for the spine, hips and shoulders. Principles of alignment promote healthy range of motion to muscles and joints. Students are gently guided into movements and postures with respect to individual need. An emphasis on breath anchors the mind and calms the emotions.

Jean Fraser has been offering yoga classes, workshops and facilitating retreats for over ten years. She is a member of the Kripalu Yoga Teachers Association, receiving certification from Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health in 1999. With over 25 years of experience in anatomy, kinesiology and movement studies, Jean's teaching emphasizes the restorative and self renewing aspects of yoga.

Jean developed and taught the yoga and stress reduction program at the Anna Westin House, a residential treatment center for young women with eating disorders, specifically addressing anxiety, depression and low self esteem.

Much of Jean's work has evolved from her teacher training and continued advanced study with Donna Farhi since 2003.