Marisa Paradis
Owner
Hey, I’m Marisa – your glam bestie, confidence coach, high-energy fitness firecracker, and founder of Shakeup Makeup.
I help women transform from the inside out through makeup, movement, and mindset. Whether you’re in my makeup chair, sweating it out in class, or working 1:1 with me on your wellness journey, my mission is always the same: to help you feel powerful, confident, and unapologetically yourself.
I created Shakeup Makeup after navigating my own struggles with confidence, self-image, and burnout. I know what it’s like to feel stuck, disconnected from your body, or unsure how to show up in your skin. But I also know how transformative it is to find your fire again—and I’m here to help other women do the same.
I bring a blend of creative energy, education, and professional training to everything I do. I hold certifications in both group fitness and makeup artistry, and I have a degree in theatre, dance, and education—which means I know how to light up a room, teach with heart, and help you take center stage in your own life.
These days, you’ll find me:
– Glamming up clients for weddings, events, and photoshoots
– Leading high-energy fitness classes in my vibrant, no-judgment studio
– Coaching women through real-life wellness shifts, mindset work, and self-care that actually sticks
Shakeup Makeup isn’t just a brand—it’s a movement. A place to get loud, feel seen, and celebrate the hell out of yourself.
I can’t wait to Shake It Up with you!
Melissa is a master level yoga teacher specializing in restorative practice, mindfulness, and guided meditation. She skillfully weaves ancient yogic philosophy and theory throughout her classes, while offering spiritual exploration through modern, energetic, and purposeful classes.
Melissa is a trauma-informed teacher taking great care to create a safe, inviting, and inclusive class environment. She holds a B.A. in Psychology from SNHU and is pursuing graduate studies in yoga therapy. Melissa lives in Ellington with her husband (also a practicing yogi) and three kiddos.
“I teach yoga because yoga is the answer to every question I’ve ever had. I teach yoga because the practice that lives in my cells and my bones should be shared. I know, without a shadow of a doubt that my dharma, my purpose for this lifetime is to teach…to share…and to heal”.
Melissa Nadaeu
Yoga Instructor
Jami is a dedicated educator in every aspect of her life. A mother of three growing boys, she initially became a kickboxing instructor prior to getting married and rediscovered her passion for it after starting her family.
In addition to teaching high school English and Creative Writing for the last twenty-four, Jami also directs the annual musical at Tolland High School, where she first connected with Marisa. She is proud to be part of this inspiring community of empowered women and looks forward to welcoming you to one of her classes soon.