I’ve always loved creating spaces where people can come together, connect, and share something meaningful.

Even back in high school, I was the one rallying friends—organizing trips and planting the seeds to make things happen. That desire to create experiences has never left me. Over time, it’s grown into a path of hosting, teaching, and building community through movement and shared experiences.

I discovered AcroYoga in 2007 at Burning Man, and it completely changed the direction of my life.  It quickly became a passion and I found myself traveling to events far from Portland, OR to learn as much as possible. 

I spent many years training, teaching, and sharing practices—particularly AcroYoga and Ashtanga Yoga. I began my AcroYoga path studying with Jenny Sauer-Klein and Jason Nemer of the AcroYoga.org lineage. Their pedagogy skillfully integrated physical techniques, communication and personal growth tools and has had a profound impact on both my teaching and my life.

In 2008, I began helping build the AcroYoga community in Portland, Oregon. A few years later, in 2013, I created the NW AcroYoga Camp-Out—an event rooted in connection, play, and shared growth. What started as a small gathering of 65 friends on a farm outside Portland has grown into a thriving community, with camps now taking place in both Oregon and Washington.

At camp, you can expect a balance of structure and freedom—space to train and learn from incredible teachers, along with time to relax, connect, and enjoy the beauty of the surroundings. Some of the most memorable moments happen between workshops—by the river, over a meal with someone new or watching the “talent” show. 

The camp is also a sober event. I believe there is real value in creating spaces where people can connect without external influences—where trust, presence, and authentic communication and connection can safely and naturally emerge.

Nearly 20 years later, the journey continues to be incredibly rewarding and fulfilling.  At the heart of it all, I simply love bringing people together and creating spaces where something real can happen.

Outside of AcroYoga, I love spending time in nature—hiking, skiing, and surfing all bring me joy. I also enjoy cooking and sharing meals; bringing people together around food is another way I love to create connection.

If you join us one day, I look forward to meeting you.

See you at camp,
Jacob

p.s.  You can also check out Ashtanga Lanka to see a whole other side of my Yoga offerings.