Karisa (📍NJ / ♋ Cancer) is a true “Jersey Girl,” born and raised in the Garden State. A natural storyteller and lifelong learner, she blends creativity and compassion in everything she does—from the pages of her writing to the yoga mat. With a heart full of words (thanks to her mom, who always had “too much to say, but is probably going to tell you anyway”), Karisa’s writing and offerings explore mental health, family, relationships, and the transformative moments that shape our lives.

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Karisa is a 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) and certified personal trainer. Her teaching style is warm, grounded, and intentional—rooted in the belief that yoga is not just movement, but a return to the self. Karisa strives to teach with presence, purpose, and a deep respect for the inner journey, but most importantly, she simply just wants you to feel comfortable showing up—exactly as you are.

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Her passion for wellness extends beyond the studio. Karisa’s children’s book, Don’t Forget Your Mat!, was featured in BC The Mag for its playful, health-centered message that inspires young minds to embrace movement and mindfulness from an early age.

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True to her Cancerian nature, Karisa finds joy in creating meaningful connections—through her classes, her writing, and the cozy rituals of daily life: cooking with her husband, crafting with her sisters, and taking stroller walks with her sweet puppy.