Martina Chavez-Young - Owner

Martina is the owner of Gaia Yoga, founded in January 2018, where she fosters a space of health, wellness, love, curiosity, and joy. Martina completed her 200-hour RYT certification in 2016 through Dana Damara's Embody Truth Yoga Teacher Training. Since then, she has taught over 800 hours of yoga, sharing her passion and experience with a diverse community of students. More recently, Martina completed her Prenatal Level 1 teacher training with Jane Austin in November 2023, and she is also currently pursuing her Prenatal Level 2 certification. Her earlier CrossFit Level 1 and USAW Sport Performance Coach certifications have also contributed to her foundational knowledge in movement and body awareness.

The name Gaia, meaning "Mother Earth," was Martina’s first given name at birth, inspiring her lifelong journey to connect with nature and explore personal growth. Choosing a studio with the name "Gaia" feels like a homecoming, fulfilling her vision of creating a nurturing space for transformation and self-love. Yoga has led Martina on a path of profound self-discovery, which she integrates into her classes with thoughtful themes that encourage personal growth.

As both an owner and teacher, Martina’s goal is for students to leave each class feeling inspired, refreshed, and reconnected with their highest self.