Welcome to Ma Yoga!

Align with your greatest possibilities

What's alignment-based yoga?

In alignment-based yoga, we recognize that it doesn’t matter what pose you’re doing.

You can be in a backbend and hurting yourself, or driving and healing yourself.

What matters is what you’re doing inside.

If you learn simple principles to stabilize and open, ground your energy and expand your breath, you can be get that vacation feeling anytime.

And we’re here to teach you how!

Who is Ma Yoga for?

Ma Yoga was designed for women’s ever-changing bodies and lives. But everyone is welcome to every class:

Research shows that yoga reduces:

More than 18,000 mamas have stepped into their power and wisdom with us.

Our expert teachers teach to whoever shows up, and give you helpful cues to support healing and thriving, wherever you’re at on your “Ma” journey.

 

I'm not sure I can do it because my _____ hurts... I've never done yoga... I have a condition.

Ma Yoga is a uniquely therapeutic method of yoga, and our teachers are highly trained to adjust poses and sequences for whatever’s arising for you.

It‘s a little like physical therapy, in that you’ll move muscles and bones in the way they want to be, so you’ll relieve aches and pains – and keep them away.

Plus, you’ll support your body’s natural ability to heal, by getting rid of stress hormones and misalignments that block optimal flow of circulation or prana, the invisible force that nourishes the physical body.

Unless you’re on bedrest, Ma Yoga is safe and effective for supporting you in healing and thriving – wherever you’re at on your Ma journey.

Jessica Jennings, MS, founder Ma Yoga Prenatal Yoga Certification Program sitting in lotusHi I’m Jessica. I created Ma Yoga in 2009 because after 7 years of teaching prenatal yoga, I watched thousands of women go from anxious and uncomfortable to excited and “Mama Bear”.

How did this transformation happen?

The root “ma” in every language means “mother”. 

And in Sanskrit, the language of yoga, “Ma” also means “the highest, most powerful and wise”.

In other words, when we learn to mother ourselves, to truly nurture and love ourselves, we begin to embody our highest, most powerful and wise “Ma” Self.  live online prenatal yoga classes - with dog

And this isn’t just for moms.

Whatever’s gestating within you – whether it’s a project, an idea, or a vision for who you’re becoming – the same principles apply.

And we’ll be here every step of the way to bring it into the world in your most meaningful and empowering way. 💞 🙏🏼

Frequently asked questions

When you become a Ma Member, you get access to ALL of our live online classes, as well as:

  • 400+ Ma Yoga Anytime videos
  • Alignment Therapy Drop-ins for Healing
  • Design Your Own Ma Meditation Program Self-Paced
  • Happy Back in 5 Self-Paced
  • Doula Check-ins
  • Tons of support, resources and inspiration

You can sign up for monthly or annual and try 1 week free.

Or, sign up for an affordable 3-month package that does not recur.

Our intention is to make it easy, affordable and accessible for everyone to become the “Ma” they want to be!

Ma Yoga is a unique method of alignment-based, therapeutic yoga. Similar to physical therapy, every pose will help you muscles and bones move in their optimal direction to strengthen, open, and support healing.

Lots of our classes are 30 minutes or 45.

You can also do our classes on video in Ma Yoga Anytime. 

Just filter by duration and choose however long you have!

Our booking system is simple.

Just RSVP on the class event you want to go to.

If you can’t make it, just un-RSVP. 

Since our classes are small, we really appreciate you letting the teacher know if you won’t be there.

Partners and kids are welcome! They don’t need their own membership.

For friends and other adults, we appreciate if they create their own Ma Membership.

Our classes are small, and our teachers are passionate about serving anyone who shows up. If you’re anyone who wants to find your “Inner Ma”, you’ll receive a customized practice no  matter what class you show up in,.

If you prefer to do Ma Yoga Anytime video classes, you can download our app and filter by style, teacher and/or duration.

Feel free to email Jessica at jessica@mayoga.com.

Why do online Ma Yoga classes?

Why become a Ma Member and not just do youtube videos?

How to do an Online Ma Yoga Class with us.

Try a free week.

To try us out, do a just sign up for a monthly or annual with a one-week trial. We think you’ll love it. 😊

You’ll pay nothing at first, and you can cancel anytime.

Ma Membership includes unlimited access to our live online prenatal yoga classes, as well as postpartum, mom, restorative, and “anyone”. We teach to whoever shows up.

Ma Membership also includes:

  • Ma Yoga Anytime app with 400+ classes
  • weekly drop-in healing alignment yoga sessions for aches and pains, injuries and chronic conditions
  • monthly doula chats
  • tons of support, inspiration and resources in the Ma Community

How to Set Up For our Online Prenatal Yoga Classes, Mom Yoga and Anyone Yoga Classes

Our teachers always have a fun plan for class, and yet they love adjusting their plans for what YOU need and want! 

Take a minute in the beginning of class to let us know what’s going on with you so you can receive the support you need.

If you have time beforehand:

  • Place your ipad, tablet or laptop on the floor or close to it

  • Place your mat as far away from it as you can, so we can see you

  • Then, sit close to your device on a folded blanket or towel and let us know what’s up.

Exhale and relax. We’ll do the rest. Enjoy and receive.

set up for pregnancy yoga, set up from Prenatal Yoga classes instructor Jessica Jennings - prenatal yoga instructor and founder, Prenatal Yoga Certification Program

Props are wonderful to have nearby – but not essential. They will support you throughout your journey to motherhood and beyond. Below are some examples of props we use often in class:

  • yoga blanket – or a big beach towel
  • two purple blocks or soup boxes
  • rectangular yoga bolster, or couch seat cushion (this is expensive but if you’re pregnant, save your pennies – it’s so worth it!)

After we chat, our prenatal yoga classes and mom yoga classes start with a guided meditation, and then gentle movements with breath. 

As you move into more strengthening poses and deep stretches, you’ll be guided step-by-step through subtle alignment actions within each pose that will help you make space for breath (and baby if you’re pregnant), connect to your core and open up to receive the gifts of this moment.

Click button to create your WellnessLiving account and select “First Free Class”.

What to expect in our live online Ma Yoga Classes

Our classes are small, friendly, and personalized so you’ll get exactly what you came for.

Whether you’re a yoga newbie or a teacher, you will love your challenging, sweet, grounding practice. 

Our teachers are highly trained in biomechanical, therapeutic alignment principles, so let us know about aches and pains so we can help you! 

We look forward to having you in the Ma Yoga Zoom Room! 

More Testimonials for Ma Yoga

Rasha A.
I took a class with Haley, and I would like to do it again. It was relaxing and calming after a busy day, even with my daughter around. Thank you, Hayley.
Shadman H..
I felt taken care of during Daho’s class! I wanted to learn how she teaches pregnancy yoga and that is what we did. She had a soothing voice and clear directions with encouragements. She gave me pointers on how to modify poses for pregnancy. I felt inspired to continue learning.
Kim S.
My first class with Daho was excellent! I really enjoyed using the block in a variety of ways from on the mat to the wall and in a chair. I also learned a new way of standing up from h/k’s on the mat using the blocks so they are keeping the legs hugging in and protecting the pubic symphysis.
Geetanjali D.
Loved my first class with Instructor Daho! Im in the third trimester and I have severe pelvic floor pain. Daho took time to understand my pain points and targeted postures and asanas that will help relieve my pain. She kept checking on me throughout the session to make sure I was comfortable and doing ok.
Jessea W.
Angela's class was so nice and made me feel more centered with great use of her cueing!
Xu H.
My teacher was professional, kind, and super patient! As a mom-to-be, I get anxious so easily, and had some tech issue with my camera when first joining. She was just so kind, caring and also altered some of the poses considering my weak knee and kept checking on me to see if I am comfortable. I really enjoyed it and would love to join the Ma family 🙂
Belinda J.
Awesome class. I was engaged the whole time. I enjoyed the class, learned, and practiced new ways on how to incorporate chair yoga in my daily life. After taking this class, I felt more positive, strong, and energetic. This class was so much fun, I will definitely join again.
Beth T.
Lovely class. I was engage right away with such amazing asanas. Such poses are very helpful in which it prepares us during and before going into labor. I strongly recommend this class. Rachelle is an amazing instructor that cares about her students and her class is very welcoming. I will definitely join again.
Marisa H.
I finished Ash's class with a clear mind and my body felt more open, more aligned, and energized to face the rest of the day! She started with a thoughtful meditation which I appreciated--it helped me let go of the rest of my day. Definitely recommend!
Salonee S.
Every single class has been wholesome for my mind body soul and baby! I have truly found wonderful teachers and I try not miss her classes.
Janet B.
I come away from Melanie’s class feeling strong, relaxed, and empowered. It’s physical therapy for pregnant people. Move your body! It will thank you.
Maureen F.
So enjoyed my first class with Melanie! Loved the chair series we did this evening….amazing! And grounding. Thank you! Mo
Spandana J.
I love Ma yoga classes, they’re exactly what I want to calm my body, soul and mind. Highly recommend these classes and all the trainers are so experienced and empathetic.
Joanna R.
I thoroughly enjoyed my yoga class with Heather Johnson. Taking class with her was so calming and helped me with making more space for baby. She checks in and explains the poses really well. I could tell she really enjoys teaching and connecting with her students. I 100% recommend taking one of her classes!
Donna C.
Heather demonstrates poses so that it is easy to follow her instructions; she also checks closely to see that I am in the correct position on the mat to receive the maximum benefit for my body. Stretching, flexibility, and balance are all benefits of Yoga that are emphasized in this class. Easy to see that Heather enjoys teaching her love of Yoga to others!!
Amanda B.
I absolutely love Ma Yoga! I've been taking the prenatal classes since my second trimester and it has made my pregnancy a dream. I am so grateful to have found these classes and I know they are a big reason why I've felt so strong and confident throughout this pregnancy. I highly recommend!! It's a 5/5 experience for sure.
Anna C.
Every week, I look forward to my prenatal yoga time. The teachers always infuse each session with an intention, a piece of wisdom, or a quote/thought and it's a powerful way to connect to our bodies, movement, our babies, and the world around us. 5/5 stars for class every single time.
Jeanne B.
Hayley is a wonderful teacher, very swwet. I really disconnected and relaxed with her.
Anshima R.
Melanie is an amazing instructor and I lover her prenatal yoga classes, it has helped me get back my strength and feel like myself again during pregnancy. Overall, I have seen significant improvement in my ongoing back & chest pain as well. I feel very relaxed and flexible after each class and plan to continue it through out my pregnancy.
Jessie B.
It was great to practice strengthening muscles during the 1 minute time to prepare for contractions and labor. I really enjoyed doing cat/cow throughout the practice in between shapes and poses before going back into downward dog. The whole practice felt really good in my body. Great class!
Bonita C.
Lindy was an amazing instructor. I felt so relaxed after and less tensed. She was also so caring, attentive and took time to talk to each student to know them more.
Nina R.
I took two abSOULutely fabulous classes today. Melanie provided us with spectacular pelvis opening poses, Lindy did spectacular upper back opening poses. They took the time to ask each student how they were feeling and adjusted the class according to what each student needed and was safe to do.
Stephanie G.
I participated in Kathy’s prenatal class today as a mom with a dog, toddler and 4 month old while I was trying to wrap up a work call. Kathy didn’t blink an eye. Her voice was calm and soothing and her flow was natural. I could get up leave and join back in with ease. Great job Kathy. Thanks for helping this mom through whatever kind of yoga practice I can get!
Gary K.
Jessica’s non-prenatal Saturday morning class is a joy! Her focus on alignment has gone a long way to improve my sciatica injury. She is extremely knowledgeable, patient, encouraging and fun. It is a great way to start the weekend.
Emily W.
Ma Yoga is amazing!! I started classes after I had given birth and my hips were so off I was seeing a chiropractor every week to realign. I only wish I had started during pregnancy! I no longer have to see a chiropractor at all I feel so much betterThe poses always help my body and mind feel so much better !
Christin D.
I highly recommend Ma Yoga. Teachers are so caring and want to address all concerns with your body. They give modifications to poses if you want to push yourself or want to make it easier. I’m very glad I found Ma Yoga!
Kayla C.
Such a great class! This was after a year of not doing any yoga and Kathy was amazing. Very personable and welcoming and friendly. I will definitely be attending more of her classes. Thank you!
Jeannie D.
Great class. Teacher very personable. Took time to welcome each stifled to, check in on personal status, told what theme of the day was and wove it through poses , through practice, gave modifications to poses, cuing was easy to understand, class flowed nicely,

Become a Ma Member

Monthly Ma Membership

$ 30 1 trial week, then $30/month. Cancel anytime.
  • Unlimited Customized Live Online Prenatal Yoga, Mom, or Anyone Yoga Sessions
  • 400+ Ma Yoga Anytime video classes
  • Saturday Alignment Therapy Drop-ins with Jessica for Healing
  • Ma Care Package Guides for the whole "Ma" journey
  • Doula Chats for pregnancy & postpartum
  • Happy Back in 5 Program
  • Design-Your-Own Ma Meditation
  • 20 Women's Wellness Masterclasses
  • Weekly Drop-in: Personal Support from founder Jessica Jennings, MS, ERYT, RYPT

3 Months Ma Membership

$ 70 Not recurring - ENDS after 3 months.
  • Unlimited Customized Live Online Prenatal Yoga, Mom, or Anyone Yoga Sessions
  • 400+ Ma Yoga Anytime video classes
  • Saturday Alignment Therapy Drop-ins with Jessica for Healing
  • Ma Care Package Guides for the whole "Ma" journey
  • Doula Chats for pregnancy & postpartum
  • Happy Back in 5
  • Design-Your-Own Ma Meditation
  • 20 Women's Wellness Masterclasses
  • Weekly Drop-in: Personal Support from founder Jessica Jennings, MS, ERYT, RYPT

1 Year Ma Membership

$ 240 1 trial week, then $30/month - 4 free months.
  • Unlimited Customized Live Online Prenatal Yoga, Mom, or Anyone Yoga Sessions
  • 400+ Ma Yoga Anytime video classes
  • Saturday Alignment Therapy Drop-ins with Jessica for Healing
  • Ma Care Package Guides for the whole "Ma" journey
  • Doula Chats for pregnancy & postpartum
  • Happy Back in 5
  • Design-Your-Own Ma Meditation
  • 20 Women's Wellness Masterclasses
  • Weekly Drop-in: Personal Support from founder Jessica Jennings, MS, ERYT, RYPT