

Founder: Christine Gavin
Christine Gavin’s journey is a testament to resilience and boundless curiosity. Her global immersion in diverse cultures has not merely been a collection of experiences but a tapestry of learning and transformation. From navigating bustling urban centers to breathing in the serenity of untouched landscapes, Christine’s life reflects a delicate balance between adventure and introspection, a harmony she brings into every aspect of her work.
Christine Gavin is involved in philanthropy and holistic healing, committed to making a difference. Raised in a Lutheran Church in Southwest Detroit, her name, Christine, meaning “Follower of Christ,” reflects her dedication to serving humanity. Christine Gavin, the founder and CEO of Christine Gavin and Company, has led her philanthropic fundraising firm for 25 years. Under her leadership, the firm has raised $300 million for non-profits, municipalities, and government initiatives following the principle of “Love of Mankind.”
Christine’s global experiences—including time in France, Hong Kong, China, Spain, Australia, and Africa—have given her an understanding of human needs and motivated her to address human suffering. In 2022, she adopted Breathwork Therapies, Ancient Breath Prayers, and Fascia Focused Yoga, dedicating herself to over 1,000 hours of yin and vin yoga at various levels. This integration has prompted her to share the wisdom of eastern traditions, western medicine methods, and beneficial practices.
Christine is also an athlete, having mastered black double diamond ski runs in France and Switzerland, earned tennis certification, pursued running trails, and explored mountainous landscapes. Her commitment to mental fitness, physical fitness, and spiritual development complements her yoga expertise, which includes certifications in Breathing Therapies, Exercise and Techniques, Yin, Hatha, Ashtanga Yoga, Spiritual Healing Yoga, and Specialized Trauma Recovery Modalities.
Christine incorporates the five (5) koshas teachings to guide individuals toward self-discovery and their connection to the God within. She nurtures personal growth and spiritual exploration with a wellness team of yoga instructors, a kinesiologist, a mental health therapist, and a reflexologist.
Christine Gavin is dedicated to helping others find their inner divinity. Her work, rooted in love, compassion, and holistic wellness, empowers individuals to understand themselves and their place in the world, making her an invaluable resource for those seeking self-discovery and healing.
Education, Training, and Certifications:
- 40-Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training Approved Certification
- 200-Hour Mystic Healing Hatha, Vinyasa, Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training ( Peru June 2025
- 15 CENero Science and Yoga in the Treatment of Trauma – Mind Body interventions
- Applied Poly Vagal Theory in Therapeutic Yoga for Trauma Recovery Master Training Approved Certification.
- 35-Hour Trauma Aware Breath Coach Training Approved Certification
- 35-Hour Trauma Aware Meditation Training Approved Certification
- The Eliminating Blockage® Treatment Training supports releasing accumulated energy and oppressed emotions. Frees your mind from past trauma, pain, and fluctuations*
- 300-hour Yoga Academic Therapist, Corewell Health (completion June 2026)
Accompanying Wellness Team:
- Yoga Teachers & Yoga Assistance
- Kinesiologist Expert
- Mental Health Therapist
- Reflexologist
For Trauma Recovery For Self-Care
For Chronic Pain