Club Pilates

Exercise is for EVERYBODY! Our bodies, no matter the size, crave movement. I deprived myself of that movement for a large part of my life. After an accident in 2013 and three subsequent brain surgeries, I was depressed and tired and hurting. In 2017, I was introduced to a studio workout that gave me the joy and desire to move again.... After three years and a 90 pound weight loss, I continued to build on my exercise experience and learned additional disciplines through Club Pilates. It was such a great way to continue to connect my mind and body. Pilates continued to improve my range of motion and core strength and introduced me to a community of empowering people who are there every class to cheer you on. I currently teach multiple times a week and work at the front desk. I want to encourage you every day to be your very best --for you and for all those you love! We can overcome so many things that get in our way! Movement is necessary and healing. I want to share my love of Pilates with each person who walks in the door and help remind them they are incredibly strong! I want to help you learn to love movement just as much as I do!

I have been active in sports and fitness since I was young; swimming competitively for about 7 years, cheerleading through high school and am currently still an active runner. I was first introduced to Pilates in college and was hooked after my first class! The Pilates moves of stretching while toning and strengthening not only left me feeling like I got a great work out, but also the positive atmosphere the instructor created left me feeling invigorated; my mind and body just felt AMAZING! Pilates was the only exercise program I could continually maintain throughout various injuries, including ACL reconstruction. My husband and I now live in Fleming Island with our son and daughter. I previously worked in the corporate world for approximately 15 years, and initially became a member at Club Pilates. Shortly after joining, I started their Teacher Training program, as it had always been a dream of mine to become a Pilates instructor. I love the positive atmosphere, meeting the members, and speaking with and hearing stories about how Pilates has helped to transform their lives, as it did mine.

I have always had a passion for fitness and discovered Pilates after searching for a low impact, full body workout that could help strengthen my body while I was recovering from surgery. My passion is to work with members to help add fulfillment, passion and joy into their lives by feeling good. Teaching and connecting with people in Pilates has been one of the biggest blessings in my life. I love how Club Pilates is changing the way people view and understand Pilates and making it accessible to so many people. I can't wait to meet you and help you begin your journey!

Sheri teaches at Club Pilates.

Bonnie Palomo teaches at Club Pilates.

Bonnie teaches at Club Pilates.

Eleni teaches at Club Pilates.

Samantha’s Pilates journey began when she took Pilates as an elective in college. She fell in love with the low impact approach and how it benefited her after multiple sports injuries. She continued to practice the method through college and her early adulthood. Having a brief background in teaching school, she decided to sign up to become a Pilates teacher! Working through the pandemic to earn her comprehensive certification, she found her passion with Pilates. She specializes in helping clients with special needs, diabetes and sports injuries!

I started doing Pilates back in 2019 and haven’t stopped since! Having a football, track, and martial arts background, Pilates taught me to move better than I ever have! My goal is to help each person I meet learn to properly engage their "powerhouse" and develop strong core muscles.

Pt room teaches at Club Pilates.

Bryanna has always had a passion for fitness. She played soccer for over 16 years and fell in love with Pilates when taking an intro class in college. While pursuing her degree in English, Bryanna became certified as a Pilates instructor and has been teaching for since 2022. She is also a middle school English teacher. Expect high energy and fun!!

Hi I’m Lindsey! I’m a busy mom of two who has always tried to find a way to fit exercise into my daily life. I have found that group fitness is the best format for me because I love the camaraderie and motivation of having others around me. While in college, I became certified to teach aerobics and loved the challenge of creating a motivating class structure, but having limited equipment became an obstacle to overcoming monotony. That time really made me appreciate syncing the right music to a movement, and I still find myself moving to the beat of a song during Pilates! I was keeping my sanity attending Zoom call boot camp classes during 2020 when I was introduced to Club Pilates. It was my first chance to use Pilates equipment other than mats and magic circles and I fell in love! I very quickly signed up for teacher training and am excited to share my love of this discipline with everyone. My favorite part of being an instructor is seeing students progress in abilities, strength, and confidence.

Hi, I’m Christina! After a lower back injury, my active lifestyle slowed down. Physical therapy helped but I still felt myself losing strength...until my doctor recommended Pilates. From my first class, I was hooked. Four years later, it’s become my source of strength, healing, and community. I fell in love with the movement and the people, which inspired me to become an instructor. I’m passionate about helping others feel stronger and more confident. Outside the studio, I’m a full-time realtor who loves spending time with my husband, family, and our sweet fur babies!

Juliana is a Jacksonville native and a graduate of the University of Central Florida. After moving back home to Jacksonville in March 2024, she joined Club Pilates Fleming Island and quickly fell in love with how Pilates made her feel; mind and body. She found not only an incredible workout, but also an uplifting community that has become a second family to her. Juliana grew up playing competitive travel volleyball, so she loves the team-like environment that group classes provide. Her goal is to empower members through their Pilates practice and hopes to promote healing through movement. In her free time, Juliana loves to spend time with her loved ones, travel, go to Jaguar games, and try new local food spots in Jax. She cannot wait to share her passion for Pilates with you all!

After graduating from Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Academy in San Francisco in 2004, Parwez honed his abilities at a variety of fine dining restaurants in San Francisco and Newport Beach. Parwez's life took a new turn when he joined the Navy in 2014 as a Gas Turbine Mechanic, but his service was cut short after 7 years due to an automobile accident that resulted in cervical disc herniations, a torn rotator cuff, and labrum. Following shoulder surgery and a careful decision to avoid a cervical discectomy, Parwez discovered Pilates. This was vital in his healing process. What began as a way to rebuild his strength and mobility quickly turned into a passion for Pilates. This experience inspired Parwez to choose a different path and begin studying to become a Pilates instructor, and he is now dedicated to helping others attain strength and balance through this practice.

Your favorite Flight Attendant/Pilates Instructor! From CT to NY and now FL, Keisha has lived in many places, but her Jamaican island roots kept her grounded to be a palm tree! Dancing and the performing arts were Keisha's earliest loves. During her high school years, she studied dance and musical theater at the Regional Center for the Arts. Keisha studied communications and legal studies at St. John's University in Queens, New York, where she also cheered for the D1 coed squad. With a background in dance, cheerleading, and gymnastics, movement has always been an integral part of her life and served as a stepping stone to becoming a fully comprehensive Pilates instructor. Keisha finds that Pilates helps her balance her health and fitness whether she is on the ground or in the friendly skies. Welcome to Air Pilates with Keisha!

Victoria comes from a diverse athletic background. Anything that challenges her she must partake in, which is why she has fallen in love with Pilates. The healing Pilates has given her in her back alone made her a true believer in this method of exercising. Victoria is so passionate about it that she wants to share it with others. It not only has made her feel stronger in her body but also her mind. She considers practicing and teaching Pilates her happy place. When Victoria is not at the studio, she helps others with their real estate goals. She also is a mom, wife, and Gigi so always involved and being there for her ever-growing family. Victoria loves to help others reach their goals and help them feel empowered. Her big heart, energy, and personality are just a few of the amazing qualities she brings to every person and class at the studio.

I'm passionate about living a strong, healthy lifestyle and helping others feel their best both physically and mentally. I truly believe that when you take time to work on yourself, it carries into every part of your life. After 20 years in the U.S. Navy, I've developed a deep appreciation for discipline, resilience, and taking care of your body. With years of experience across all different platforms of exercise, I've found Pilates to be one of the most effective to build strength, improve mobility, and support long-term wellness. I love connecting with members, creating a supportive space, and helping others feel stronger, more confident, and empowered. My goal is for you to leave my class feeling proud, encouraged, and ready to take on the world!

Debbie is a passionate Club Pilates instructor and active-duty member of the U.S. Navy. She blends the discipline and strength from her military background with the mindful movement of Pilates to create a balanced, empowering experience. Her classes focus on building both physical strength and mental awareness, helping members connect body, mind, and breath. When she’s not teaching or serving, she’s usually exploring new adventures, staying active, or finding calm through mindful movement.

Sali teaches at Club Pilates.

I found Club Pilates in 2022 when I was teaching kindergarten and needed an activity to keep my sanity after the work day. What I found was a life practice that I began to integrate into everything I do. When I had my daughter in 2023, I continued my Pilates practice throughout my pregnancy and postpartum. Pilates allowed me to maintain control over my body and keep myself healthy and strong for myself and my baby. Now, she’s my Pilates buddy and loves to hop on my reformer at home! It makes me so happy that Pilates is something I can share with her. For the past few years, I have been teaching 3rd grade while, in the meantime, continuing to fall in love with my Pilates practice, and a growing desire to learn everything I can. I’m so happy that my passion for Pilates led me to the instructor training program. I love teaching, so the progression into teaching Pilates, something I love so much, was a natural, easy decision.

Hi there! I’m Desiree; Texas born and raised, active-duty military, full-time student, and longtime gym girl who spent years weightlifting before discovering Pilates. I turned to Pilates in 2024 as a much-needed escape from my hectic schedule, and it quickly became the one place where I could breathe, reset, and feel strong in a whole new way. I fell in love with how it challenged me, centered me, and made me feel at home in my body — so much so that I decided to dive deeper and begin my Pilates instructor journey. Now, I’m excited to help others find that same sense of strength, balance, and confidence through movement. When I’m not in the studio, you can usually find me balancing school and military life, sipping a matcha, or hanging out with my Goldendoodle. Can’t wait to move with you!

Chloe teaches at Club Pilates.