Karisa Connor I Author

Karisa is a true Jersey Girl at heart, born and raised in the Garden State. A storyteller and lifelong learner, she strives to bring creativity and compassion from the pages of her writing to the yoga mat.
She is a 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) and certified personal trainer, rooted in the belief that yoga is not just movement, it’s a return to the self. With presence, purpose, and a deep respect for the inner journey, Karisa simply wants you to feel welcome and at ease exactly as you are in class.
Her passion for wellness extends beyond the studio. Her children’s book, Don’t Forget Your Mat!, was featured in BC The Mag for its playful, health-centered message, inspiring young minds to embrace movement and mindfulness from an early age.
True to her Cancerian nature, Karisa finds joy in meaningful connection through her classes, her words, and the cozy rituals of everyday life: cooking with her husband, crafting with her sisters, and taking stroller walks with her pup.
Private Yoga Sessions & Special Events
Whether you're deepening your personal practice, celebrating a special occasion, or creating space for connection and presence, private yoga offers a personalized experience tailored to your needs. I offer one-on-one sessions, small group practices, custom yoga events, family sessions, corporate events and athletic team experiences. All are designed to honor your intention, whether rooted in healing, celebration, strength, connection, or soulful grounding. Please visit my contact page to get in touch. I’d love to connect!
Upcoming Yoga Schedule
Heated Warrior Sculpt
Monday | 7pm
Crescent Moon Yoga & Wellness
Mahwah, NJ
A heated strength-focused class that combines Vinyasa with light weights, resistance bands, and Pilates balls to tone, sculpt, and challenge your whole body.
✨ Register here: Crescent Moon Yoga & Wellness
Wyld Yogalates + Sculpt
Wednesday | 1045am
Wyld + Well
Wyckoff, NJ
A sculpt-focused class that combines Vinyasa with light dumbbells, resistance bands, and Pilates balls to build deeper core stability, enhance mobility, and add dynamic layers to your practice.
✨ Register here: Wyld + Well
Crescent Hot Vinyasa
Thursday| 930am
Thursday | 530pm
Crescent Moon Yoga & Wellness
Mahwah, NJ
A heated dynamic, all-levels flow with mindful breathwork, designed to build confidence, flexibility, and a strong yogic practice.
✨ Register here: Crescent Moon Yoga & Wellness
Tone + Sculpt
Saturday | 930am
Flow Yoga Studio
Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ
A high-energy class that blends Vinyasa with strength-building movements and mindful breath to boost endurance, tone the body, and leave you feeling energized.
✨ Register here: Flow Yoga Studio
Family Yoga
Sunday | 1230pm
Crescent Moon Yoga & Wellness
Mahwah, NJ
A playful workshop series for ages 6–12, designed for kids and their loved ones to move, breathe, and connect together. Offered seasonally, this class blends fun poses, mindful breathing, and partner activities that build confidence, focus, and family connection.
✨ Register here: Crescent Moon Yoga & Wellness
Community Yoga