Club Pilates

Debbie has been doing classical Pilates for over 25 years, having found it instrumental in increasing her flexibility and strength and overall fitness, after health issues made it difficult to pursue other avenues. She has been teaching classical mat Pilates for over 15 years, following extensive training and certification with Body Precision in Rosemont. She subsequently trained there in all forms of equipment, receiving certification in 2013 in the classical study of equipment, beginner through advanced, having completed many workshops, passed written tests, teaching tests and performance tests at each level. She continues her own practice, taking classes, workshops and private study. She thoroughly enjoys teaching Pilates and has discovered a particular interest in the benefits of Pilates in clients with scoliosis. She also continues work as a Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer for DuPont Hospital for Children, which she has done for 30 years, having received her BHS in Cardiovascular Technology in 1989. She hopes to continue practicing and teaching Pilates into old age, knowing it will keep her strong and flexible.

Sarah is a Pilates teacher, movement educator, certified yoga instructor and lifestyle and wellness coach. She has over 15 years of experience helping people of all shapes, sizes and ages, with a multitude of physical issues, learn how to move with wisdom and ease. About 20 years ago, her focus shifted from trying to control her body and weight to learning to accept her body and treat it with kindness using Pilates, yoga, mindfulness and healthy eating. Her entry onto this path came from a minor injury (sciatica), for which she is eternally grateful. In addition to being a certified Pilates teacher, she has her MSS from Bryn Mawr Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research and is a registered yoga teacher. It is her goal to help you “clean out the weeds” and find the wisdom and beauty that lies within.

Jim is a certified Pilates instructor through the Pilates Method Alliance, earning his certification in 2016. He has been teaching with Club Pilates since July 2017. Originally from Birmingham, Michigan, James now resides in Phoenixville, PA. He was drawn to Club Pilates for its clear structure—allowing instructors to focus solely on teaching, efficient studio layouts that minimize downtime, and class levels that group clients by experience, making for a smoother and more effective class experience. Outside the studio, James enjoys photography and traveling.

Alyssa’s love for movement started at a very young age when she began dancing at a local studio. Through the years she was a varsity athlete - playing field hockey and running track - and she continued her dance training in college. She graduated from West Chester University with a degree in International Relations and Business and currently is a Marketing and Program Strategist for Google. After entering the professional world, she realized she still had a passion for movement and learning which brought her to the doorstep of Club Pilates Collegeville. Alyssa fell in love with the flowing and choreographed movement of Pilates. She decided to pursue her instructor certification after receiving her Fibromyalgia diagnosis because she truly believes the words of Joseph Pilates: “Change happens through movement, and movement heals.” Alyssa looks forward to sharing her love of Pilates, and helping every client that comes to her classes achieve a new movement goal.

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April Gilman obtained her Pilates certification through Pilates Body Center in 2024, and has been teaching at Club Pilates since 2024. She is originally from a small town outside Pittsburgh, PA and currently residing in the Collegeville area. April was drawn to Club Pilates as a founding member at the Collegeville location in 2017 and after 7 years of loving Pilates as a member, she transitioned to an instructor. When not in the studio teaching, April also works as a geriatric physical therapist, enjoys watching her 2 kids grow into young adults, and loves watching soccer.

Tina teaches at Club Pilates.

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Georgette has a background in dance. She performed in her local studios for 12 years, choreographed for high school musicals and was a substitute dance instructor for three years. She also assisted in movement, as well as, general effect for high school color guard and marching arts in Souderton and Allentown. Her degree is in Pre-k through Elementary Education. As an educator, she is always learning. She enjoys planning and engaging people in learning too, whether it’s movement through the body or in the classroom. Her Pilates training includes a foundation in classical Pilates repertoire with emphasis on proper form, as well as, breaking movement down and establishing building blocks for functional movement. She enjoys helping each member be successful in their own body.

Denise teaches at Club Pilates.

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Audrey Simmons has been practicing Pilates for over 15 years and teaching since 2020. Her passion for movement comes from her lifelong love affair with dance, with Pilates serving as the perfect cross training companion. She is most interested in helping others discover the strength and clarity that comes from mindful movement - knowledge (of your body) really is power! Audrey holds a 450-hour Comprehensive Pilates Certification from the renowned Drexel Pilates Training Program, where she studied under Jennifer Morley. With her foundation in Classical Pilates, Audrey enjoys blending those original exercises with fun, informed contemporary variations. Specializations/certifications also include: Pre/Post Natal Pilates.

Dorian teaches at Club Pilates.

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Abigail Sokolic Frith has been teaching Pilates for over 26 years. She is comprehensively trained in Pilates at every level on all forms of apparatus with well over 600 hours of training and continuing education. She received her initial certification at Body Precision through a program designed to match the program at the Pilates Center in Boulder. She also trained in Boulder at an intensive program. She has 2 masters degrees, one in education and the other in dance therapy and is currently studying for her national certification. Abby learned to teach Pilates after a severe car accident almost stopped her from enjoying her love of dance. Pilates saved her and she wanted to help others be able to fully enjoy life with a healthy and strong body that is able to easily move through the life each person desires.

Alexis began practicing Pilates in 2007 after spending her life as a competitive gymnast. She suffered a severe hip injury after running a half marathon, and was only able to rehab completely by doing Pilates. After understanding and appreciating how it changed her health, she became a regular student with a passion to understand every aspect of it. Alexis relocated to Dallas from California with her husband and since has had two children. She practiced Pilates during both pregnancies and was able to bounce right back because of it. After realizing how it had changed her life, she decided to go from student to teacher...and is now a comprehensively certified STOTT Pilates instructor.

Joan's love for Pilates began a few years ago after being diagnosed with osteopenia and osteoporosis. Motivated to strengthen her body and improve her bone health, she quickly experienced the powerful benefits of Pilates and its focus on mindful, controlled movement. Inspired by these results, Joan decided to pursue her instructor certification to share the transformative experience with others. Joan is a new addition to Club Pilates Collegeville, bringing a supportive and encouraging energy to every class she leads. You can expect a well-rounded, effective workout that challenges you, while meeting you where you are on your fitness journey.