Meet Karen

Founder of Kettlebell Wellness

StrongFirst Kettlebell (SFG I)
Egoscue Postural Alignment Specialist (PAS I)
Master of Music (MMus)

With well over two decades as a professional Classical Violist and 1000+ hours of yoga teacher training, my path to kettlebell coaching is rooted in a deep respect for mindful movement. Kettlebells became my preferred strength tool because they seamlessly combine awareness, efficiency, and power—something I’ve sought across all my movement practices.

My training spans StrongFirst Kettlebell and Bodyweight, Egoscue Postural Alignment, Functional Movement Systems (FMS Level II), and influences like Fighting Monkey, Infinite Play, Flexible Steel, and Agatsu Mobility. This layered background allows me to coach in a way that supports both strength and longevity—especially for women 40+ navigating their changing bodies with curiousity and care.

Over the years, I’ve helped hundreds of individuals—including musicians, artists, and yogis—build strength, improve posture, increase cardiovascular health, and develop confidence in movement. Whether you're brand new to strength or rekindling a relationship with your body, my goal is to take the intimidation out of fitness and invite you into a sustainable, intelligent practice.

Karen lives in the Annex area of Toronto, Canada and leases a beautiful little fitness studio in the Junction area of Toronto where you can come to see her in person.

Fun Fact:

Much to her violin teacher’s disapproval, Karen was an aerobics, step-class, and strength class instructor at multiple facilities, including the University of Manitoba, during her Undergraduate degree in Music.

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  • Join the Virtual Strength Studio

    Rooted in my own story — a 49-year-old woman who discovered kettlebell strength training as an empowering and calming way to build simple, lasting strength, confidence and resilience during midlife — this isn’t just another workout plan. It’s a complete strength solution that fits your life.

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  • Train with Karen 1:1

    Ready for personal support and expert eyes on your form? Work 1-on-1 with Karen to build strength safely and confidently. These private sessions are perfect if you’re just starting out, returning to training, or want to deepen your skills.

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Hear it from My Clients

  • What sets Karen apart is her genuine care, warmth, and encouragement

    “Karen has been a star in helping me rebuild strength safely and effectively after two back surgeries. Her knowledge and approach allowed me to build muscle without risking injury. What sets Karen apart is her genuine care, warmth, and encouragement — making the entire journey empowering and enjoyable. She helped me understand my body’s mechanics and motivated me to stay on track. Thanks to her smart coaching and personalized support, I’ve hit my fitness goals and regained core and back strength. I’m incredibly grateful.”

    — Ellen B

  • Karen is a wonderful coach

    “Karen is a wonderful coach who knows how to adapt to the different skill levels and abilities of her clients. Her enthusiastic, kind and thoughtful approach equips her to get the best results. I came away from her classes feeling stronger and more confident in my kettlebell skills! I can't say enough wonderful things about Karen's amazing programming and just what an excellent human she is!”

    — Emma Quackenbush

  • One of the best decisions for my health

    “I’ve been working with Karen for over three years, and it has truly changed my life.

    Karen’s kettlebell training is thoughtful, purposeful, and challenging — sometimes you don’t even realize how much strength you’re building! The postural work has been more helpful than any therapy I’ve tried.

    Investing in this has been one of the best decisions for my health and well-being.”

    — Tammi Hensch

  • Karen’s approach is thoughtful, challenging, and grounded

    “I've been training with Karen for almost 8 years now! I attend her weekly live classes and see her for private sessions once a month. This combination keeps me consistent, supported, and always progressing. Karen’s approach is thoughtful, challenging, and grounded in deep knowledge — I feel stronger, more confident, and more capable in my body than I have in years. The work we do together has been a key part of how I’m navigating the physical and mental challenges of aging with strength and grace. Her Virtual Strength Studio brings all of that together in such an accessible, empowering way. I can’t recommend it enough.”

    — Marie Holdner

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