Club Pilates

Kim has always been involved in some form of exercises such as gymnastics, dance, athletics, and swimming. After completing her BA in sports science and biokinetics in South Africa she discovered pilates. She trained and got certified in the classical NY method in South Africa in 2006. She then moved to the United Kingdom where she gained her comprehensive certification through BASI (Body Arts and Science International) pilates. She and her husband moved to the Carolinas in 2013 and love it! With two young daughters, Kim finds movement an essential part of life and enjoys teaching classes that incorporate both strength and flexibility, flow and balance.

Shell fell in love with Pilates after her first class in early 2020. She found that a consistent Pilates practice was critical to her physical and mental wellbeing while she was the primary caregiver for her dying father. Pilates gave her the energy, stamina, and mental fortitude she needed during that difficult time. A registered nurse, Shell provided care for hundreds of patients for over 30 years. She now has found a NEW way to help people feel better - mentally, emotionally, and physically. She became a Comprehensively Certified Pilates instructor in order to share her love of and passion for Pilates. She is committed to practicing Pilates for the rest of her life, and to helping as many people as she can by sharing and teaching the Pilates method. When she isn’t practicing or teaching Pilates, Shell enjoys spending time with her husband Jeff, her two adult children, and lots of friends. She also enjoys knitting, painting, and spending time at the beach. Shell loves Carolina Beach music and very much enjoys shag dancing with Jeff.

Meet Cheryl! By day, I’m a licensed Realtor and property manager for the greater Charlotte area. Outside of work, I really LOVE music! I enjoy writing music and I play the piano and sing. (You just might find some of my music on Spotify or Apple Music 😉) I also love plants-it might be a slight addiction but it’s fun! Last but certainly not least, I LOVE Pilates! As a recent “empty nester mom”, I decided to start teaching Pilates as a fun new side hustle in the evenings. I started doing Pilates a few years ago and it changed my life! I saw such a huge change in my body that I decided to become an instructor! I want others to have that same positive experience, invest in themselves and learn to love their body at every age and stage of life! It’s a beautiful community I’m blessed to be a part of!

Growing up as a competitive gymnast and cheerleader, Kelly Walker caught the exercise bug from an early age. After graduating from the University of California Davis with a BA in Economics, Kelly went on to become a full-time personal trainer with the YMCA in Weddington. Sometime between running marathons and competing in Iron Man races throughout the US, Kelly found the joys and benefits of Pilates. In 2011 Kelly gained her Pilates mat, reformer and apparatus certificates with Balanced Body University and is passionate about teaching Pilates.

As an avid exerciser my entire life, I found Pilates through the Y and fell in love years ago. As I’ve become an empty nester and have also become addicted to reformer Pilates I wanted to share my love of fitness and Pilates with others and became an instructor. I absolutely love the variety that Club Pilates offers and the “family” of members I’ve gotten to be a part of. I’m passionate about all things wellness and love to share my own stories and hear others stories. When I’m not in the studio, I’m with my pets or studying my Bible or hanging out with my family. Life is an adventure and I love to share it!!!

Born in New Jersey but raised in the charming town of Waxhaw, Liz has always felt a deep connection to this community. After spending over two decades in the Chicago, Liz recently returned to Waxhaw, bringing with her a wealth of experiences and a renewed appreciation for the warmth of her hometown. Liz's journey into the world of Pilates began in her living room with VHS tapes. This initial exploration sparked a passion that led her to discover Club Pilates about five years ago. Instantly captivated by the reformer and especially the chair, Liz found a new obsession. This love for Pilates grew so strong that she decided to become an instructor, aiming to deepen her own practice and help others discover the transformative power of Pilates. Now, as a dedicated instructor, Liz is committed to sharing her enthusiasm and knowledge with the Waxhaw and Indian Trail communities. She lives in Waxhaw with her teenager, Issak, and her beloved cockapoo, Lucy. Whether at home or in the studio, Liz is always eager to inspire and support others on their Pilates journey.

Kimberly has been practicing Pilates for over twenty years. Developing a vestibular disorder ten years ago, she became interested in helping others to regain balance through Pilates and completed her Pilates certification through Club Pilates Comprehensive Teaching Training program. Before being a Pilates instructor, she was an Elementary School Teacher and Librarian and has a BBA and Master’s in School Library Science. Outside of Pilates, she and her husband are amateur ballroom dancers, and she enjoys reading and sewing in her free time.

My name is Hannah Raffert and I am so happy to be teaching in Indian Land! I just moved here from Rochester, New York! I have been teaching Pilates since December of 2025 and it has been so fun getting to train all the new faces! I have a background in gymnastics so I feel like pilates has been the perfect transition for me into adulthood!

Movement has always been a big part of my life, and I fell in love with Pilates because it allows me to build strength, move with intention, and take care of my body as I age. Teaching Pilates is my way of giving back. I love creating a safe, supportive space where people can reconnect with their bodies and grow in confidence. It brings me so much joy to see members accomplish things they once thought weren’t possible and seeing their confidence grow throughout their journey. Being part of that transformation brings me so much joy. Outside of the studio, I enjoy traveling, spending time with my family, swimming, and working on handy home projects like accent walls. Fun fact: I was a competitive swimmer for 15 years, and butterfly was my stroke!

Movement has always been a part of my life. I began my fitness journey teaching step, spin, and cardio kickboxing, and I’ve always been drawn to movement that is both energizing and challenging. About five years ago, I was introduced to Pilates and immediately connected with its ability to build strength, improve balance, and create a deeper mind-body connection. As an instructor, I love creating a supportive environment where clients can feel safe, strong, and empowered in their bodies. Watching people grow in confidence and accomplish things they once thought they couldn’t do is one of the greatest joys of teaching. Outside of the studio, I’m also a Life and Wellness Coach, where I work with women who are looking to reconnect with themselves through mindset, habit change, and mind-body wellness. I'm a proud mom of three amazing (now adult) children. I love spending my time with family, traveling with my husband, and cuddling up to my fur babies, Luna, Juno and Cosmo.

Aliana teaches at Club Pilates.

Ayanna teaches at Club Pilates.

Robyn teaches at Club Pilates.

Moe teaches at Club Pilates.

Mary Rose Taylor is comprehensively trained in Pilates from Club Pilates since 2018. She holds additional certifications in TRX Suspension and Barre Above. Mary Rose is a professional speaker and a wedding officiant who also enjoyed a career in human resource training and development. Her love of Pilates began when her now-adult children left the nest. The very FIRST experience on a reformer led to investing in the Club Pilates Teacher Training Program! (Because it just felt that good.) Let her lead your continued Pilates Practice.

Mirela teaches at Club Pilates.

Kyle teaches at Club Pilates.