Bright, energetic, and exuding love, Mare Grinnan is the creative force behind SoulShine Studios—a powerhouse space where movement, self-expression, and bold connection collide. With degrees from the University of Virginia and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Mare could've followed the straight-and-narrow path of traditional success. Instead, she threw off the rulebook when dance and creative movement lit a fire under her, flipping the script on her life and career forever.

From London to Paris to Richmond, Mare spent years learning, teaching, and fine-tuning a fierce, heart-centered approach to holistic well-being. She fuses yoga, dance, & movement with curiosity, creativity, and connection. Her philosophy? Growth isn't a solo gig—it's amplified in a wildly supportive, inclusive community. That pulse drives SoulShine Studios, a hub for seekers to move, explore, and tap into their untamed creativity—together.

Whether she's hosting a retreat to help people connect more deeply with each other, nature, and themselves or leading an unapologetically joyful movement class, Mare believes in undoing perfectionist tendencies so that we all can embody and love ourselves as we are, where we are. She invites you to ditch perfection, get messy, and love yourself fully—right here, right now.

Come as you are. Leave a little brighter. ✨

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