Abbey Larsen

Abbey Larsen has extensive work experience in the spa and wellness industry. In 2008, they started working independently as a Pilates and movement specialist, as well as developing spa and wellness programs for a boutique luxury resort. Abbey also holds various related certifications, including in barre, yoga, and sports nutrition. In 2013, Abbey founded Kaia Wellness Retreats, LLC. From 2013 to 2019, they worked at AMAN, a luxury resort brand, where they held various roles as a spa and wellness manager, pilates specialist, and visiting practitioner at multiple locations globally. Additionally, Abbey worked as an interior designer at Concept Design, Inc. from 2006 to 2010, gaining proficiency in AutoCad and assisting in residential and commercial design projects. Abbey began their career at Billabong as a visual merchandiser for San Diego County in 2002. Currently, Abbey Larsen is working as a Spa & Wellness Manager at Sensei starting from 2022.

Abbey Larsen attended San Diego State University from 1998 to 2002, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with an emphasis in applied arts & sciences, focusing on Interior Architecture & Design. In addition to their degree, they have obtained various certifications throughout the years. In 2008, Abbey completed Advanced Mat Pilates II through Balanced Body. In 2009, they pursued several certifications including Reformer Pilates, Intermediate Reformer Pilates, Anatomy, Trapeze Table, Chair, Barrels, and Advanced Trapeze Table, Chair & Barrels, all through Balanced Body. In 2010, they obtained a Nutrition Certification from Mira Costa Community College, followed by a Sports & Exercise Nutrition certification from Precision Nutrition in 2015. Abbey also acquired certifications in various fitness programs such as BOOTY BARRE® FLEX & FLOW from TRACEY MALLET FITNESS, LLC, 200RYT Power Vinyasa Flow from CorePower Yoga, and Bodhi Suspension Training from Balanced Body, all in 2015. Abbey further expanded their knowledge and skills by completing the MELT Method® Hand and Foot Treatment from MELT Method San Diego in 2016. Abbey delved into Thai massage, obtaining certifications in Authentic Traditional Thai Yoga Massage and Thai Massage, with a total of 180 hours, from the Sunshine Network - International society of traditional Thai yoga massage in 2016. Lastly, they completed the Masters I & II and BASI Mentor programs from BASI Pilates in 2017 and achieved the BASI - Honors - Legacy Program certification in 2020.