Our teachers are the best in Nashville. They work hard to create unique yoga flows, keep the studio beautiful and welcome each student. They are also amazing individuals that are insanely talented and fun. At NuPower, we want you to feel like you are a part of our Tribe. That is why we are taking the next few weeks to introduce a few of our teachers! This week we are featuring Jade Parente!

Tell us about yourself!

I’m Jade and I’m from Broad Channel, NY which is a small island in Queens. The beach is my happy place. I’ve come to learn that I am solar powered and often need to recharge in the sun. I’ve lived in Nashville for two years now with my fiancé, Christian, and lunatic puppy, Luna. You can find us at the Craighead dog park often. When I’m not doing something yoga or dog related I like to hike, read, do any water related activities, and play social volleyball. I grew up on motorcycles and listen to rock and metal.

How long have you been practicing yoga?

I’ve been practicing yoga on and off since I was a kid but my practice has been most consistent over the last 6 years.

What kind of yoga do you teach? What do you like about it?

I teach power, sculpt, and flow. I love power and sculpt because they always make feel like a strong badass. I love flow because it’s a good reminder to slow down a bit when life gets crazy - it doesn’t always have to be so hard!

What is one thing you wish you could tell your younger, yogi self?

You don’t have to do it all at 110%.

Why do you choose to teach at NuPower?

Tribe. The layout of the studio was intentional for creating community. Many yoga studios either don’t have a lobby space and/or don’t allow speaking in the yoga room. Are you really doing yoga if you’re not creating community?

What is your favorite yoga pose and why?

This is forever changing. Typically I like poses that challenge me so whichever I’m working on is the one that I like most. Handstand is currently my favorite.

What is your favorite yoga playlist?

Hard to chose! I love this particular NuSculpt Playlist I made.