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Jenny Hoofnagle and Amanda Schoppe

Freya Movement Studio began when Jenny Hoofnagle, Studio Owner, and Amanda Schoppe, co-founder of the brand who now resides in MN, met in 2019 while teaching pre- and postnatal fitness in NYC. They quickly bonded over a shared passion: Empowering pregnant and postpartum people with movement and compassionate care throughout every stage of their journey.

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In 2021, over dinner in Union Square, they realized they were both getting the same question from private clients — Where should I go for classes? With no trusted answer, they decided to create one. In 2022, they launched Moms on the Move, an online platform designed to be a home for this community.

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In March 2023, Moms on the Move officially evolved into Freya Movement Studio — a name inspired by the Nordic goddess Freya: powerful, bold, sensual, maternal, and magical. Exactly how we see you.

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As their virtual offerings grew and in-person classes began, so did their vision. What started online soon became a few hours a week in person downtown at a studio rented by the hour… and in March of 2025, Freya Movement Studio found its very own home in Chelsea, NYC.​

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At Freya Movement Studio, our mission is simple: to empower pregnant and postpartum people through effective, science-backed workouts, authentic community, and trusted expert support.

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We’re so glad you’re here. We can’t wait to move with you and celebrate all the incredible things you and your body can do.

Jenny Hoofnagle
Owner
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Amanda Schoppe
Brand Co-Founder

Our Story

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The Journey

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Nov 2021

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The idea sparked for a prenatal and postpartum studio

Feb 2022

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Moms on the Move launched online

Feb 2023

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Freya Movement Studio launched offering in person NYC classes

March 2025

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Freya Movement Studio found a home in Chelsea with the first brick & mortar

Our Trainers and Doulas

Meet Our Team

The Pillars of Freya

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Wellness

We believe in a holistic approach to wellness. That means looking beyond any single symptom to support the whole person, with movement, education, and connection that build awareness across mind, body, and spirit so you can feel grounded, strong, and open to growth.

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Education

We know we can’t be with you 24 hours a day. Therefore, our goal is to provide you with enough education and resources so you’ll possess the knowledge you need to feel empowered to move through the world safely and with strength and ease.

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Community

Freya Movement Studio is a space that connects you with individuals who are navigating a similar experience. The journey through pregnancy and parenting can be isolating but at Freya you are not alone. You are the rule not the exception!

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Find Your Place at Freya

Join us Today!

Ready to embark on this journey? Check out our class schedule, book a session, or drop by our studio to meet our team and explore our offerings. We look forward to welcoming you to Freya Movement Studio
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