An Ohioan from Cleveland’s east side, he studied economics and management at The University of Pennsylvania Wharton School while earning three varsity letters in football and two Ivy League Championships. Jason began his yoga practice in 2001 to replace the physical regiment of his athletic background, which quickly evolved into an exploration of all aspects of yoga philosophy and its practical applications to everyday life. He discovered his passion for working with youth while running experiential education service trips in Thailand, Costa Rica, and the Fiji Islands. Once settled in Venice Beach, he began coaching football and basketball at SAMOHI, while substitute teaching as he earned his California Teaching Credential. He uses his bicycle, vegetarian cooking, carpentry, and Ayurveda to stay balanced while teaching 5 periods of 40 students daily during the academic year.