About Ether
About Kari
Owner of Ether Wellness
I’ve always been passionate about movement and well-being, but it wasn’t until I truly listened to my body that I realized my purpose—helping women feel strong, confident, and in sync with their health.
Born and raised in Illinois, I moved to Madison in 2016 and quickly fell in love with the energy and community here. I stayed active, but something still felt misaligned. The stress of my corporate job began to take a toll—gut issues, anxiety, and fatigue became part of my daily reality. No matter how hard I pushed through, my body was sending me signals that I couldn’t ignore.
In 2022, I made a choice. I took a leap of faith, stepping away from the corporate world to follow my true calling—guiding women toward strength, confidence, and balance through movement and wellness. I knew there had to be a way to approach fitness and well-being that worked with the body, not against it. That’s when Ether Wellness was born—a space where women can reconnect with themselves, feel empowered in their movement, and embrace wellness in a way that truly supports them.
Certifications + Continuing Education
- Women’s Coaching Specialist
- Personal Trainer (CPT)
- Nutrition Coach (CNC)
- Yoga Teacher (RYT-200)
- VB Method® Athletic Mat Pilates (VBM® AMP-CT)
- Transformation Specialist
- Group Exercise Specialist
- Strength & Conditioning Specialist
- Corrective Exercise Specialist
- Exercise Recovery Specialist
- Pregnancy and Postpartum Movement Theory
- Master the Menstrual Cycle & Menopause
- Vagal Toning & Cortisol Reset (+ Somatic Series)
The Studio
A Space for Connection, Strength + Growth
When I left my corporate job, I envisioned a space where like-minded women could gather, grow, and feel truly supported. Bringing Ether Wellness to life has been more fulfilling than I could have ever imagined.
This studio is more than just a space—it’s a sanctuary for movement, connection, and self-discovery.
Here, you’ll find:
- A welcoming, peaceful environment where you can simply be.
- A supportive community where women feel strong, confident, and at home in their bodies.
- A space to pause, breathe, and escape the stress of daily life.
- A place to build community, because let’s be honest—making friends as an adult is hard! 😉
- A way to move in harmony with your body and honor its natural rhythms.
- A reminder that growth takes time, and every step you take is a testament to your commitment to yourself.
At Ether Wellness, you don’t have to go on this journey alone. You are worthy of the same love and care you so freely give to others.
The Name + Logo
Ether: The Element of Connection + Expansion
Ether is the space between all things—light, airy, and limitless. In Ayurveda, it represents the essence of the mind, something intangible yet deeply transformative. It is the medium that connects all elements, creating synergy and balance.
At Ether Wellness, this element symbolizes the freedom to explore, grow, and reconnect with yourself. Just as ether carries energy and possibility, this space was created to hold and support you on your wellness journey.
Unalome: The Journey to Self-Awareness
The Unalome represents the ever-evolving journey of life. It begins in a spiral—symbolizing birth and the twists and turns of self-discovery—before flowing into curves that mark pivotal moments of growth, transformation, and clarity.
This symbol reminds us that our path isn’t meant to be straight. Every challenge, breakthrough, and shift in direction is part of our unique journey toward strength, balance, and self-awareness.
At Ether Wellness, we embrace this philosophy—honoring every step, curve, and twist along the way.