My practice:

How can we respond to ourselves and to the world with love?  This question has guided my practice of yoga and meditation both on and off the yoga mat for more than 25 years.

I have benefitted from practicing a variety of yoga styles in different moments of my life.  For many years my practice has been grounded in Iyengar Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Yin Yoga, and meditation.  I am thankful for the wisdom and adaptability of these particular practices now as I navigate the ever-changing terrain of perimenopause. 

I completed both my foundational and advanced trainings with Boston Yoga School. My knowledge of and love for Restorative Yoga is guided by the teachings of Judith Hanson Lasater (I am an advanced Relax and Renew® instructor), Roger Cole, Tricia Hersey, and Dr. Gail Parker. I completed a second 200-hour training specific to Yin Yoga.  I have studied and practiced both prenatal yoga (I am an RPYT) and yoga for the stages of menopause.

What you can expect from my classes:

I strive to facilitate yoga practices that are welcoming and create a safe space for everyone.  I am interested in the intention of each pose and exploring how each practitioner can work with this intention in their own unique body. 

I walk around the room so that I can see and work with everyone, and I try to talk as I move so that there are no surprises about where I am.  I prefer to offer props and ask questions instead of doing hands-on assists.  I do not play music. 

In Yin Yoga, I use props to create a mild, sustainable experience.  In Restorative Yoga, I am focused on centering rest – letting go of stretching and doing – and reconnecting with being.

In active forms of yoga (Flow, Mixed Levels, Fundamentals, Prenatal Yoga, Chair Yoga, etc.) I am particularly interested in balancing mobility and stability.

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What people say about practicing with me:

"Stacey draws from her deep knowledge of yoga to create a personalized experience. She encouraged me to listen to my body's needs and adapt rather than following a rigid plan. Her approach is gentle, practical and accepting of all body types and levels of fitness. I've taken classes and one on one private sessions and have found Stacey to be an excellent teacher in both settings. Highly recommend."

--Eileen S.

"Stacey is a fantastic teacher and guide to the world of yoga. I had very little experience with yoga, and none at all with Yin Yoga. Stacey is phenomenal at patiently and clearly explaining the poses and their purposes. She checks in with her students throughout the session and fosters a soothing and judgement-free atmosphere. Her classes always lift my spirits and calm my demons."

--Miles R.

"Stacey is very adaptable within a session and able to give several form variations so everyone is able to participate to the fullest. She has been able to provide me a wonderful yoga experience while I’m healthy, if I suffered an injury, and throughout my entire pregnancy."

--Molly M.

"Stacey makes accessing the practice of meditation easy and attainable. I have always found meditation to be overwhelming and at times it can stir up really negative emotions for me, but Stacey is a master at helping you accept those emotions that come up and then find the positives that go with them."

--Taylor G.

"Stacey has an incredible energy for folks without a ton of yoga experience. I went to her as I began to recover from severe back pain and injury. I hadn’t been mobile in years. Stacey spent a lot of time understanding what I could do and what I couldn’t and tailored our sessions for slow but steady progress back to functionality. She was always encouraging, incredibly flexible, and focused on what was right for me. She helped me reconnect my brain and my body. And she’s just so sweet. Two thumbs up!"

--Tracy B.

"Stacey is amazing. Her deep sense of quiet is coupled with humor."

--Kitty C.

"Stacey is thoughtful, engaging and creates a safe and welcoming environment. I recommend her highly!"

--Joanna F.

"Stacey has an extensive background in yoga. She worked with me to develop a sustainable practice that meets my needs. I highly recommend Stacey Jackson-Flammia."

--Lisa T.

The artwork featured on the home page are Love (2019) and Meditations (2018), both by Sneha Shrestha.