JEN VOLMER, E-RYT
Founder, Studio Director
CREDS
Yoga Teacher Trainings:
200-Hour YTT | East West Yoga, Costa Rica
300-Hour Advanced YTT | Three Sisters Yoga, NYC
Kids Yoga | Budding Buddhas Kids Yoga, Westchester
25-Hour Restorative Yoga | Bhakti Center, NYC
Lakshmi Voelker Chair Yoga | Kripalu, Stockbridge
Himalayan Soundbowl Training | Official Ritual, NYC
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Reiki Training:
Reiki 1 | Three Sisters Yoga, NYC
Reiki 2 | Yogamaya, NYC
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Education:
M.S.W. Clinical Therapy | Silberman School of Social Work (Ongoing)
M.S. Yoga Therapy | Notre Dame Maryland University (Ongoing)
M.A. Performance and Administration | NYU, NYC
B.M. Viola Performance | Eastman School of Music, Rochester
​H.S.D. Interlochen Arts Academy, Interlochen
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a bit about Jen
Jen Volmer is the founder of Yoga Muse, a community-centered yoga studio she opened in Riverdale in 2025. As a registered yoga teacher, she is passionate about making yoga accessible to people of all ages, abilities, and stages of life through thoughtful, evidence-informed movement. Driven by a deep interest in the connection between physical and mental well-being, Jen is pursuing a Master of Science in Yoga Therapy while also earning a Master of Social Work. Together, these fields reflect her commitment to expanding the role of yoga in integrative healthcare and deepening her connection to community-based service.
Her teaching blends mindful movement, functional alignment, and compassionate guidance to help students build strength, resilience, and a lasting relationship with their practice.
four to the core: instructor Q&A
How did your yoga journey start, and what does it look like today?
I began my yoga journey with no idea what to expect—thinking I’d signed up for some light stretching at my gym, I was surprised when a beginner class left my arms sore for days. For years I practiced intermittently, but it wasn’t until the pandemic—after a fractured talus—that I returned to yoga with intention, using it to rebuild strength and mobility. What began as a curiosity has grown into a commitment and meaningful lifestyle, guiding how I move, breathe, and connect with others both on and off the mat.
What’s something outside of yoga that inspires your practice?
Outside of yoga, I draw inspiration from my background in music and ballet—both arts that help me find a flow state. I’m also inspired by everyday interactions and the world around me.
What do you hope students take away from your classes?
A sense of feeling connected more deeply to themselves, and for the body to feel refreshed and realigned.
In three words, how would you describe the vibe of your classes?
Grounded, Creative, Mindful
