"To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded."
—Ralph Waldo Emerson
Originally from Chesapeake, Virginia, he moved to Richmond to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at VCU. Like many people moving to a new city, he was searching for a sense of connection and community. Through yoga, he found the joy, support, and belonging he had been looking for.
Jacob completed his 200-hour teacher training at Midtown Yoga in 2025. His classes are rooted in creating a welcoming space where students of all levels can explore, grow with confidence, and connect with themselves and others. Whether you are stepping on the mat for the first time or have been practicing for years, Jacob hopes you will find the same sense of belonging that first drew him to the practice of yoga.
Hidden Talent
Headstand
Song I put on for Inspiration
party 4 u by Charli xcx
Guilty Pleasure
Diet Coke