Jess started her movement journey at 3 years old with gymnastics and ballet. Growing up she competed in Gymnastics competitions around New Zealand and danced weekly taking ballet, jazz and contemporary classes. At age 16 Jess started her dance teacher training at Peta Spooner Academy of Dance. Jess completed her teacher's examination through the International Dance Teachers Association becoming a fully registered teacher in 2018.

Jess's Pilates journey started soon after at age 17 as a recommendation to gain core strength to help her to recover from a back injury. At the end of 2019, she was offered a part sponsorship with Kate at Pilates Nelson to train as a Pilates Instructor. Jess was taught and continues to be mentored by Sarah Lynford from Machine Works Pilates. She qualified as a Mat Pilates Instructor at the start of 2022, and adding another string to her bow has more recently qualified to teach Reformer Pilates.

"I feel extremely privileged to share my love of movement with my students and very proud of the community we have created within JHDP. EveryBODY is warmly welcomed and supported to achieve their goals, regardless of any limitations.”