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Kari began formally teaching Pilates in 2011 having received her certification from Vitality Pilates in Seattle Washington. One of Kari's goals has always been to learn as much as possible about Pilates, physiology, anatomy and movement from as many sources as possible. She has studied both the Classical Pilates method and more modern forms like Stott Pilates. From 2014-2018 she also worked for a physical therapist, using Pilates and physical therapy to help people with their injuries or fitness goals. She has been vigilant with her continuing education attending various workshops such as a cadaver lab at Bastyr University, spinal safety workshops from physical therapists, and advanced Pilates training from Pilates master trainers. As a result of her extensive training her classes are well versed and provide a wide variety of options to accommodate beginning to advanced Pilates students. Kari has been with Club Pilates since 2018. She is proud to be a part of such a wonderful community of lovely health-minded people that continues to grow.

Helen has been a fitness instructor since 1990 and has taught various classes including Step, Water Aerobics and Yoga. She is a seasoned Pilates instructor with over 17 years of experience in guiding individuals towards achieving their fitness and wellness goals. With a deep passion for the transformative power of Pilates, she has dedicated her career to helping clients build strength, improve flexibility, and enhance their overall well-being. Specializing in Pilates apparatus use, She is proficient in using equipment such as the Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda chair and Ladder Barrel. Her specialization allows her to offer a wide variety of exercises that target different muscle groups, providing a comprehensive and effective workout. Her in-depth knowledge of Pilates equipment ensures that students receive the maximum benefit from each session, whether they are looking to build core strength, improve posture, or increase overall body awareness. In addition to her practical experience, She holds multiple certifications in Pilates and Yoga and continues to stay updated with the latest techniques and trends through ongoing education. Her dedication to professional growth and students success has earned her a reputation as a trusted and inspiring instructor in the Pilates community.

What are your favorite pastimes outside of Pilates? Running, Meditation, Interior Design & architecture. How do you hope your teaching will help others? - I hope that clients experience a natural balanced strength that moves them through their daily activities with ease and fluidity. That they experience more trust in their physical abilities and less fear from areas of weakness and injury and that translates into more joy and excitement and success in whatever activities and passions they endeavor towards. What is your favorite Joseph Pilates quote? - “A FEW WELL-DESIGNED MOVEMENTS, PROPERLY PERFORMED IN A BALANCED SEQUENCE, ARE WORTH HOURS OF SLOPPY CALISTHENICS OR FORCED CONTORTION.” – JOSEPH PILATES

Shinobu is a STOTT PILATES® certified instructor (Mat and all apparatuses, including Reformer, Cadillac, Stability Chair, and Barrels) with advanced education in Injuries and Special Populations, advanced reformer. She also holds certification in Total Barre®. When she began Pilates instructor training, her intention was to become certified in Mat, but she became so fascinated by the depth of the Pilates method that she continued to full apparatus training, completing all the Level 1 training in December 2018 while still working full-time in her corporate career. Learning the Pilates method increased her interest in rehabilitation, leading her to move from the corporate sector to focus on the field of rehabilitation. She earned an Associate of Applied Science degree with the Physical Therapist Assistant program in Whatcom Community College in June 2022. She is currently working at occupational rehabilitation clinics in the greater Seattle area to help physical workers to go back to their work post injury. The aspect of Pilates that Shinobu appreciates most is the versatility of the exercises. There are so many ways to modify the repertoire, from gentle exercises for rehabilitation to intensive workouts for professional athletes. Literally, Pilates is for every BODY! Shinobu studied dance (jazz, ballet, and modern) in Japan and New York. She danced professionally on stage and on television, and she choreographed and taught dance at local musical theaters and fitness clubs in Japan. While balancing a busy life with work and two children, Shinobu is actively practicing, performing competing pole dancing. She attributes improvements in the physically demanding pole dance performance to the core strength gained through Pilates training. Shinobu is excited to share all the positive experiences of Pilates with clients.

*What led you to become a Pilates instructor? A girlfriend (and fellow trainer) challenged me to become a Pilates instructor with Club Pilates. She was (and still is) one of my biggest cheerleaders and supporters! *What are your favorite pastimes outside of Pilates? Crafts, scrapbooking and planning parties & events are my favorite pastimes! Along with researching and recording my Family Genealogy which is interesting and challenging. Plus, I love to watch movies - comedies, rom coms and action flicks are always fun to see! * How do you hope your teaching will help others? I hope that my classes help people achieve their fitness goals while having fun! It's so great to see people develop their mental and physical health through Pilates. *What is your favorite Joseph Pilates quote? Change happens through movement, and movement heals.

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I discovered Pilates in my twenties while training in modern dance. My dance professor incorporated mat Pilates exercises into our warm-ups for strengthening and dance conditioning. Though I always knew I was strong from my dance training, Pilates introduced me to a whole new level of strength. It deepened my understanding of functional body movement and made me fall in love with the method. In 2002, I studied and became certified with Jennifer Stacy, a second-generation teacher of the Romana classical Pilates method. I was all in, forever committed to being a Pilates student and sharing my love of movement with everyone. I hope my teaching helps members feel better, move better, and live better. My goal is not only for them to become stronger and more mobile, but also to gain a deeper awareness of their bodies and carry themselves with confidence. "Pilates is complete coordination of body, mind, and spirit." is my favorite Joseph Pilates quote as Pilates is for everybody! It’s more than just exercise; it’s a complete mind-body-spirit connection that benefits us physically, mentally, and more!

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