A personal trainer primarily focuses on exercise programming, technique, and helping you improve fitness and strength.

A Women’s Strength & Embodiment Coach looks beyond workouts alone. While strength training is an important part of the process, coaching also explores factors such as stress, recovery, nutrition, sleep, nervous system health, energy levels, and the unique changes women experience throughout different life stages.

The goal isn’t simply to help you exercise more. It’s to help you understand your body, create sustainable habits, and develop a lifestyle that supports your strength, energy, and overall well-being.

Coaching may be a good fit if you’re looking for personalized guidance, accountability, and support to help you reach your health and wellness goals.

Whether you prefer individualized support through one-on-one coaching, the connection and accountability of a semi-private coaching experience, or the flexibility of online coaching, there are options designed to meet you where you are.

Many women who work with me feel overwhelmed by conflicting health information, struggle to stay consistent on their own, or know what they “should” be doing but have difficulty putting it into practice.

You don’t need to be fit, experienced, or have everything figured out before starting. Coaching is designed to meet you where you are and provide a clear path forward based on your goals, lifestyle, and current season of life.

Absolutely.

Many of the women I work with are already exercising, eating fairly well, and making an effort to take care of themselves. Others spent years relying on habits and routines that worked well in their 20s and 30s, only to discover that their body, energy, priorities, and needs have changed over time into their 40s and 50s. Some have plenty of ideas and good intentions but aren’t quite sure where to start or what to focus on first.

They aren’t starting from zero—they simply feel like something is missing.

Sometimes that means refining a routine, improving consistency, navigating hormonal changes, managing stress more effectively, building confidence with strength training, or creating a plan that better aligns with their current season of life.

Coaching provides an outside perspective, personalized guidance, and accountability to help you move through plateaus and continue growing rather than spinning your wheels.

Every session is personalized based on your goals and current needs.

Sessions focus primarily on strength training and movement, and may also include mobility work, yoga-inspired movement, breathwork, stress-management practices, habit coaching, or conversations around challenges you’re currently navigating.

You’ll also have space to discuss wins, obstacles, questions, and adjustments that may be needed along the way.

The goal is to provide the support, guidance, and accountability that will help you make meaningful progress while building confidence in your ability to care for yourself long-term.

Real, lasting change takes time.

While it’s possible to learn new exercises or receive advice in a few sessions, meaningful transformation typically requires consistency, practice, and support over a longer period.

The six-month coaching experience allows time to build strength, create sustainable habits, navigate challenges as they arise, and develop a deeper understanding of your body’s needs. It also provides the accountability and support needed to turn short-term actions into long-term lifestyle changes.

Rather than chasing quick fixes, the focus is on creating results that continue long after our time working together ends.

Yes!

Many women seek coaching because they feel more tired, stressed, overwhelmed, or disconnected from their bodies than they used to. Hormonal changes, busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, career demands, and life transitions can all impact how you feel physically and emotionally.

While coaching is not medical treatment, it can provide education, support, and practical strategies to help you better understand your body and create habits that support your energy, strength, recovery, and overall well-being.

Through strength training, movement, stress-management practices, nervous system support, lifestyle coaching, and personalized guidance, you’ll learn how to work with your body rather than against it.

No experience needed, come as you are!

Most classes, workshops, and events are designed to be welcoming and accessible to women of various experience levels. Whether you’re completely new to movement practices or have years of experience, you’ll be encouraged to participate at a pace that feels appropriate for you.

Specific prerequisites or recommendations will be noted in the event description when applicable.

Most classes, workshops, and events offered directly through Ether Wellness are designed specifically for women and are women-only unless otherwise noted in the event description.

From time to time, Ether Wellness hosts offerings led by third-party instructors, facilitators, or practitioners. Attendance policies for those events are determined by the individual instructor. Please refer to the event description or contact the instructor directly if you have questions about who may attend.

For workplace wellness programs, lunch & learns, team-building experiences, manager meetings, and other private events, participation is determined by the organization, business, or individual arranging the event. These offerings can be customized for women-only groups, mixed-gender groups, leadership teams, departments, or other audiences based on the needs of the organization.

No.

Most classes, workshops, and events are open to both members and non-members. Studio Members receive discounted pricing on eligible offerings and may have access to additional member benefits.

Gather & Grow Community Gatherings are included with Memberships, though non-members are welcome to attend for a small guest fee.

Yes.

Ether Wellness offers customized wellness experiences for businesses, organizations, and private groups. These may include workplace wellness presentations, lunch-and-learn sessions, stress management workshops, team-building experiences, movement classes, breathwork and meditation sessions, leadership retreats, manager wellness meetings, and other educational wellness programs.

Offerings can be customized based on the goals, schedule, and needs of your group. Please contact us to discuss creating an experience that fits your team or organization.

Ether Wellness is located in downtown Madison, Wisconsin, on the Capitol Square.

You’ll find the studio on the 3rd floor above The Old Fashioned. Look for the entrance beneath the “Where Wisconsin is King” sign. Please note that the building does not have elevator access, and the studio is accessible by stairs only.

Whether you’re visiting for coaching, a class, a workshop, a community gathering, or simply to enjoy the Studio Membership, we’re excited to welcome you into the space.

Several parking options are available within a short walk of Ether Wellness.

Street parking is available nearby, with meters free after 6:00 PM and on Sundays.

For garage parking, the Capitol Square North Garage and the Dayton/Pinckney Ramp are typically the most convenient options.

If you’re visiting for the first time and have questions about parking, feel free to reach out and we’ll be happy to help you plan your visit.

Ether Wellness is located on the 3rd floor of the building and is currently accessible by stairs only. At this time, the building does not have elevator access.

If accessibility concerns may impact your ability to visit the studio, please reach out before scheduling. We’ll gladly discuss available options and help determine the best way to support your needs.

The best next step depends on what you’re looking for.

If you’re interested in coaching, schedule a complimentary Discovery Call to discuss your goals and explore whether coaching is a good fit.

If you’re interested in classes, workshops, or events, browse the upcoming schedule and register for an offering that interests you.

If you’re curious about the Studio Membership, we’d be happy to answer any questions and help you determine whether it’s the right fit for your lifestyle and wellness goals.

No matter where you’re starting, you’re welcome to reach out—we’re here to help you find the path that feels right for you.

Email is the best way to reach us: info@etherwellnessmadison.com