About the Teacher
Why study with them?
Katie Ward is a wellness facilitator, functional movement coach, and event curator with over a decade of experience supporting embodied awareness, emotional wellbeing, and personal growth. Her work centers on helping people reconnect with their bodies, release long-held tension, and cultivate greater self-understanding through movement, reflection, and intentional community spaces.
Katie’s background includes functional movement education, trauma-aware facilitation, and extensive experience designing immersive wellness events and retreats. She is the founder of Realigned Body and the creator of Body Mind Soul Space, a mobile wellness project and event framework that integrates body-based practices, meaningful dialogue, and contemplative experiences.
Known for her grounded presence and thoughtful approach, Katie creates environments that are inclusive, consent-based, and supportive of individual pacing. Her retreats emphasize nervous system regulation, honest self-exploration, and practical tools that participants can carry into everyday life. The Dark Goddess Retreat reflects her commitment to creating spaces where people feel safe, seen, and empowered to reconnect with their inner strength.