138 Willowood Dr , Rochester New York 14612

(315) 727-5761

WEEKDAYS: 8:00am - 6:00pm. SATURDAY: 8:00am - 3:00pm. SUNDAY: CLOSED

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Welcome to April Rose, where wellness meets community and transformation begins. Our mission is to provide a nurturing space where individuals can explore the profound benefits of yoga, fostering both personal growth and collective harmony.

Our Philosophy: At the heart of our studio is a belief in the transformative power of yoga. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone, regardless of age, background, or experience level, can discover the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of this ancient practice.

Our Instructors: Our team of passionate and experienced instructors bring a wealth of knowledge and a deep love for yoga. Each instructor is committed to guiding you on your journey, offering personalized attention and adapting practices to meet your unique needs and goals. Their expertise spans various styles and traditions, ensuring a rich and diverse experience.

Our Community: April Rose is more than just a place to practice yoga; it’s a community. We cherish the connections formed within our studio and strive to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere where friendships blossom and support thrives. Our community events, workshops, and retreats provide opportunities for deeper engagement and shared experiences.

Our Space: Designed to be a sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of daily life, our studio offers a serene and calming environment. From the soothing décor to the carefully curated amenities, every detail is intended to enhance your practice and promote a sense of peace and well-being.

Our Commitment: We are committed to making yoga accessible to everyone. Our diverse schedule of classes, workshops, and special events is designed to cater to a wide range of interests and abilities. Whether you are seeking physical fitness, stress relief, or spiritual growth, we have something for you.

Join us at April Rose and embark on a journey of self-discovery, wellness, and community. Together, we’ll explore the many dimensions of yoga, creating a balanced and harmonious life. Welcome to our family. Namaste.

A space to exhale

Body-led healing

Somatic Support

Deep Reconnection

Meet April Rose

April Rose

Somatic Practitioner | Positive Psychology Practitioner

I grew up in a home where there was a lot of fighting and from this lens my body learned very early how to stay alert.

How to overthink.
How to read the room.
How to hold tension.
How to survive.

For years, I thought healing meant trying harder to fix myself.

Fix my body.
Fix my emotions.
Fix the way I moved through the world.

But underneath all of it, what I was truly craving was safety.
A place where I could finally exhale.
A space where my body didn’t have to keep holding everything alone.

That journey led me into somatic work, breathwork, nervous system healing, positive psychology, embodiment, and a deeper relationship with the wisdom of the body.

Today, I support women who are tired of living disconnected from themselves.

Women who have spent years overthinking, holding it all together, surviving stress, carrying the emotional weight for everyone else, and wondering why they still feel overwhelmed, anxious, numb, or exhausted even after “doing the work.”

My approach blends somatic support, breathwork, embodiment practices, nervous system regulation, positive psychology, and emotional processing in a way that feels gentle, grounded, and deeply human.

Because healing is not only about surviving. It’s also about learning how to thrive.

To feel present in your life again.
To laugh deeply.
To breathe fully.
To experience connection, joy, softness, pleasure, and aliveness inside the body you live in every single day.

This is not about fixing you.

It’s about helping your body feel safe enough to soften.

Because when the body begins to feel safe, everything changes.

You reconnect to yourself.
You breathe deeper.
You trust yourself again.
You feel more present, alive, grounded, and at home within your own body.

My work is rooted in the belief that your body is not the problem.
Your body is the portal the houses the wisdom you deeply crave.

And you don’t have to walk that journey alone anymore.