Carina Rosa

My Story

Hi! My name is Carina, and I am the Founder & CEO of Grace in Motion (GIM). This business started with a dream - to make authentic, embodied, well-rounded wellness accessible for all. GIM hosts enthusiastic and relatable wellness professionals who not only possess rigorous, nationally accredited certifications to ensure your safety and growth, but share my passion to bring health, community, and happiness to others through wellness. 

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As a child, I suffered from chronic asthma that prevented me from having an active lifestyle. By the time I finished college, I became aware of how years of sedentary living took a toll on my body - I always felt tired, had no energy, frequently felt pain in my neck/upper back, and I looked to my work as a measure of my self-worth. I knew it was time to make a change, so I joined a gym. 

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... I tried many machines and modalities, but I quickly realized I had no idea what I was doing, so I enrolled in a personal training program. I immediately noticed how impactful it is to work with someone who is incredibly knowledgable in their field, roots you on, builds community with you, and holds you accountable for your growth and success. I wasn't just another person in a room listening to directions from someone who probably didn't even notice I was there - I felt confident, empowered, and seen.  When I discovered yoga, I realized my calling and my dream of Grace in Motion began to form. Two yoga certifications later, here we are!

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As the Founder of this business, my mission is to ensure that each student feels empowered and seen through intentional, holistic, and adaptable programming in an environment that deliberately creates community. Our intimate studio classes allow instructors to check in with students to learn about individual preferences and needs to inform programming and provide hands-on assists for those who prefer them. We ensure that students practice safely and are nourished in their experience, and instructors are trained to monitor growth/change in our returning studio members. GIM focuses on the whole person with the whole picture - as such, we know that different people enjoy different movement modalities, which is why I am currently pursuing certifications in Pre and Postnatal Yoga as well as STOTT Mat and Reformer Pilates to diversify class offerings and reach more people in 2026! Come visit us sometime! 

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My Classes

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As a yoga instructor, my goal is to provide safe, nourishing, and authentic classes that honor the roots and culture of yoga. My classes are a space to connect, to feel seen, and to be part of something bigger. When you arrive in my class, I want you to feel as though you’ve come home: surrounded by familiar warmth, laughter, and the ease of being among friends. In this space, our community holds and uplifts one another. From that sense of belonging, we turn inward, move with intention, and come home to ourselves; leaving grounded, peaceful, and supported by both our bodies and our community. Sign up for a class and feel the difference!