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Susan Jarvie

Adjunct Faculty - Yoga Teacher

Exercise Science

Exercise Science

480-461-7551

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Find Strength, Balance, and Joy in Your Practice

Calm your mind, reduce stress, and sharpen your focus. Build confidence, strength, and flexibility while deepening your awareness of the mind-body-spirit connection. Through curiosity and compassion, learn to move with intention, be gentle with yourself, and maybe even master a handstand!

Yoga is more than just movement; it's a practice that cultivates resilience, positivity, and presence. It teaches us to stay centered and calm, even in the face of life's distractions and challenges. My journey with yoga has been transformative, and I love sharing that passion guiding students to discover their own strength and inner peace.

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM 
 

Online

 

Online

 

I am available to answer any questions regarding my yoga classes 10-minutes before and after each class, or by appointment.

Profile

Changing the World, One Breath at a Time

With a teaching style that is both grounding and uplifting, Susan creates a safe and supportive space for students of all ages and experience levels. Her thoughtfully crafted sequences cultivate a sense of calm and balance, allowing students to connect with their breath, body, and inner strength.

As an adjunct faculty member at Mesa Community College since 2007, Susan teaches college students and active seniors alike, adapting her approach to meet the needs of every individual. Her warmth, humor, and knowledge of yoga make each class both inviting and empowering. Her confidence as a teacher helps students feel secure in their practice.

Susan's dedication to the yoga community has not gone unnoticed and was recognized by Expertise.com as one of the top 20 yoga studios in Mesa, Arizona in 2017 and 2018. She also leads retreats and themed seminars, offering extended practices and restorative postures that consistently receive rave reviews.

A highly trained and experienced yoga teacher, Susan holds the E-RYT 200® and E-RYT 500® credentials through Yoga Alliance. With over 700 hours of training from accredited schools and 4800 hours, of nearly two decades of teaching experience, she continues to inspire students through mindful movement and personal growth.

 Read more about Susan's journey in Voyage Phoenix Magazine, where she is recognized as a Trailblazer in the yoga community.

 Learn more at www.susanjarvie.com.

Classes Taught

Spring Flex Start 2025

PED101YG Gentle Yoga 1 Credits

Focuses on the use of such props as blankets, blocks, and chairs to modify traditional Yoga poses, enabling participation with moderate effort and without strain; suitable for all levels but especially for students needing a slower pace. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26466
Dobson Campus

PE 1W
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
01/28/2025 – 05/09/2025
TuTh
7:50 AM – 8:50 AM

Class Started

Notes: Class 26466 is a slower paced class that takes you through a series of gentle movements connecting your breath to your body, improving relaxation, flexibility and recovery.
PED101YO Yoga 1 Credits

Promotion of overall health by strengthening muscles and stimulating glands and organs. Basic postures, breathing and relaxation techniques. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28378
Red Mountain Campus

RDM Mesquite Group Activity Rm
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
01/28/2025 – 05/09/2025
TuTh
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Class Started
YOG150 Tradition and Practice of Yoga I 2 Credits

Introduction to the art and science of yoga, including terminology, concepts, issues, trends and health benefits. Explores the history and philosophy of yoga and the teaching of yoga as a career.

Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
28514

Online Course
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/27/2025 – 05/09/2025

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 28514 Students may contact instructor at: [email protected]

Fall Flex Start 2025

PED101YG Gentle Yoga 1 Credits

Focuses on the use of such props as blankets, blocks, and chairs to modify traditional Yoga poses, enabling participation with moderate effort and without strain; suitable for all levels but especially for students needing a slower pace. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
23670
Dobson Campus

PE 1W
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
09/09/2025 – 12/19/2025
TuTh
7:50 AM – 8:50 AM

Open

16 of 16
Seats Available

Notes: The emphasis of this section is Yoga Nidra and Yin Yoga. Yoga Nidra is a gentle yoga class that focuses on breathing techniques and guides meditation to relax the body and mind. Yin Yoga is a gentle, meditative form of yoga in which postures are held for longer periods of time with the aim of increasing joint range of motion.
PED101YO Yoga 1 Credits

Promotion of overall health by strengthening muscles and stimulating glands and organs. Basic postures, breathing and relaxation techniques. Prerequisites: None.
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
22332
Red Mountain Campus

RDM Mesquite Group Activity Rm
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
09/09/2025 – 12/19/2025
TuTh
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Open

16 of 16
Seats Available

Degrees & Awards

BA Communication, ASU

200-Hour Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT200®)

500-Hour Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT500®) 

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