I’m Jackie Sue Powell, a Washington, DC-based yoga teacher dedicated to sharing the tools of mindfulness across the full spectrum of the human experience.

My approach to teaching is rooted in three core values: community, adventure, and curiosity. Growing up in the small town of Madison, Virginia, I learned early on the importance of a community that supports and leans on one another. This belief in mutual support serves as the foundation for how I live and how I relate to my students. At fourteen, I began traveling internationally alone. That choice sparked a lifelong love for adventure and led me to live and work all over the world.

Navigating different cultures and perspectives shaped my commitment to inclusion and a belief that there is no single “right” way to live or practice. It was through this global lens that I discovered yoga while living in Guatemala in 2010. I returned to DC to complete my teacher training in 2013 and have been teaching ever since. My background living and traveling abroad has taught me to stay curious, to listen deeply, and to do my best to meet everyone exactly where they are.

Today, I curate a wide range of experiences tailored to diverse populations. My regular studio and gym classes at Yoga District, MADabolic, and Bouldering Project range from mindful movement to high-energy power flows. Beyond the studio, I lead corporate wellness programs, work individually with seniors and clients with unique physical needs. I also lead specialized workshops, from arm balances and inversions to creative yoga for kids of all ages to partner yoga sessions designed to build trust and connection. I also dedicate time weekly to outreach sessions for the underhoused and survivors of trafficking.

Whether I am building connection through seasonal retreats in Harpers Ferry and the Blue Ridge Mountains, or guiding a quiet restorative session for seniors, my goal is to help you navigate your world with greater presence, strength, and heart.

I’d love to connect!

Email: jackiesuepowell@gmail.com

Instagram: @jackiesuepowell