Club Pilates

For Cat, wellness is a way of life. As a registered dietitian, personal trainer, and avid yogi, Cat gravitates toward a more mindful approach to fitness. She discovered Pilates in 2014 while teaching at a health club in Paso Robles, CA. She craved a modality that incorporates flexibility, functionality, and grace - of course, Pilates was it! From the first moment she tried reformer legs in straps, she was hooked. In 2016, Cat completed a 450-hour mat & apparatus course with the Pilates Education Institute, and went on to achieve Pilates Method Alliance certification. With over seven years of experience in group fitness instruction, Cat loves to create dynamic and fluid classes that incorporate body and soul. The mindful component of her practice translates to all areas of life, where she enjoys hiking with her pup Sezzie and traveling with her partner Zac.

Tiffany was introduced to Pilates when Club Pilates first opened in SLO in May 2019. She joined the club as a 4-pack member but upgraded to unlimited by the end of the first week and found herself at the studio every day! Tiffany lives with the auto-immune disease Lupus (which causes chronic pain, fatigue and many other symptoms) and she loved that Pilates helped her get stronger and helped her control her pain. She is now back roller skating again after 20 years! Tiffany chose to become a Pilates Instructor so she can help others with chronic pain to improve their quality of life. She completed Club Pilate’s 500-hour Comprehensive Pilates education program and is excited to share her passion for Pilates with the SLO community. Outside of the studio Tiffany loves spending time with her family cooking and crafting. She is a walking jukebox and can sometimes name that tune in one note. All Tiffany’s classes include unique playlists to keep you going.

Jessilyn was introduced to Pilates through her mother, who is a member at Club Pilates Paso Robles. Jessilyn found the environment very uplifting and so she joined as a member first, and then as a sales associate. As a member, Pilates helped Jessilyn not only physically, but mentally. She found it to be an amazing escape that let her de-stress while getting healthier day by day. In her sales role, Jessilyn was impressed how strong and hard-working each member was in their own way. These combined experiences motivated Jessilyn to become a Pilates Instructor! During class Jessilyn strives to keep everything positive and upbeat. She wants everyone to have a great time while feeling accomplished completing their own goals. Expect arms in straps exercises during Jessilyn’s classes that will challenge your core. When she is not teaching Pilates, Jessilyn loves to spend time with her family, friends, dogs and cat… and watching Star Wars every chance she gets. “May the force be with you!”

Malorie discovered Pilates in 2014 when her friend opened a custom fitness studio that incorporated Pilates. She has always been invested in fitness and after having a baby her previous work out routine no longer fit her post-natal body. Malorie decided to dive back into the Pilates practice and the rest is history. Pilates allowed her to reinvent her, work out reverse postural issues and strengthen her entire body. She previously worked in the medical field and wanted to continue working in health and wellness. Malorie received her Comprehensive certification as a Pilates instructor through Club Pilates, and her teaching style is athletic fused with traditional. Her favorite exercises are long spine and mermaid. When Malorie’s not in the studio, she’s enjoys surfing, hiking, Mountain biking, paddleboarding, and traveling. “In a gentle way, you can shake the world.”- Mahatma Gandhi.

Jeni’s love for fitness and nutrition began in 2005 when she decided she needed a lifestyle change. She taught herself to feed, nourish and exercise her body and went to the gym daily for Pilates/yoga-fusion classes and cycling classes. After months of dedication she lost 60 pounds and never looked back. Fitness and nutrition became her way of life! As a new mother to Ella in 2007 she received a gift certificate to try reformer Pilates and was instantly hooked. It challenged her mind and body differently from other exercises. She continued classes twice a week and after the birth of her second daughter Emma she committed to become a Pilates Instructor. Jeni gained certification in 2015 through the Pilates Education Institute and she is a member of the Pilates Method Alliance. She is certified in all Pilates apparatuses including mat, reformer, Cadillac, ladder barrel, TRX and her personal favorite the Exo Chair; which she loves because it is so small but can be used for a full body workout, and because it touches on all the areas of movement for the spine. Outside of the studio you can find Jeni teaching cycling classes, running, biking, hiking or in the kitchen whipping up her favorite Paleo-friendly dishes. Jeni and her husband Dennis love watching their girls do what they love, so you’ll find them at dance studios or sports fields across the county. Throughout her fitness and nutrition journey she’s had the mindset that you can wish for it, or you can work for it. We are all capable of more than we think!

As a personal trainer, Maud was familiar with Pilates but hadn’t considered trying it. That was until her family members became members at Club Pilates Paso Robles and kept raving about it. She looked into it and fell in love with the Pilates philosophy of controlled movement and how it focuses deeply on the mind/body connection. Even the simplest movement can be very challenging if done correctly and she loves seeing many different body shapes in the same class. Prior to her life in SLO County, Maud was a psychomotor therapist in France. This practice of healing the mind and body through movement is an excellent foundation for her Pilates career. Maud’s background of competition swimming, weight lifting and teaching high-intensity classes shows in her desire to push herself and her class members to give their best during each class. Look for creative and fun uses of apparatus in Maud’s classes, but never veering from Pilates foundations including spine mobility movements. Maud is an outdoorsy extrovert with a great sense of humor and a strong connection to family and friends. Cuing Pilates is her third language, so don’t be surprised by the odd French word during class. Mon Dieu!

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Keely tried Pilates after a good friend raved about how much she loved it. Following one semi-private session on the Pilates Reformer, Keely was totally hooked and began her certification two weeks later. Following her comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training certification in 2007, Keely spent two years teaching private and small group classes part-time. In 2009, Keely quit her sales and marketing position to pursue her passion for Pilates. She has been overjoyed by the changes she's seen in her own strength and flexibility and has loved sharing that with her clients; helping them through injuries, rehab, pregnancies, and to meet their own fitness goals. She is so very excited to now be spreading the Pilates love with Club Pilates in Orange County.

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Nandini was first introduced to reformer Pilates at the Club Pilates Rancho Bernardo studio in 2010. Very quickly she realized that she responded to the workouts in a way that she hadn't experienced with other workouts and became hooked. Pilates became a key to unlocking mental, emotional, and physical wellness for Nandini. Having a background in training and development, Nandini feels that she can bring the same spirit of learning and growth from corporate classrooms into the Pilates studio. She hopes clients leave her classes feeling energized and motivated to keep coming back! Nandini enjoys yoga, travel, baking cookies, attempting to crochet (there is a certain scarf that's been in progress for a "few" years), and endlessly sharing pictures of her dog, Scout. Nandini is originally from the midwest and is so grateful to have moved to California and found her way to Club Pilates!

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Kelli suffered from chronic back and shoulder pain and she began physical therapy when she was eleven. She was intrigued about Pilates, took her first lesson in 2002 and never looked back. She jokes that at 23 she couldn’t raise her arms to change a lightbulb but now can change every lightbulb in the house! While she loves the footwork element of Pilates her favorite exercise is the teaser because it takes complete control to execute… you can’t cheat on a teaser! Kelli teaches a contemporary style and stays true Joseph Pilates principles. She likes to challenge her students and has occasionally heard the murmur of “Mean Kelli”, though those murmuring students are always the first to book her next class. Through personal experience Kelli knows that Pilates truly is for every body. Her passion is working with people with scoliosis and those who are recovering from injuries or suffering from pronounced imbalances. Identifying different body movement patterns, muscle imbalances and alignment issues and then helping to correct them gets Kelli excited to come to work every day. Kelli received her first Pilates certification from Infinite Dynamics and went on to receive a comprehensive certification from the Pilates Education Institute. Additionally, Kelli has a BA from Humboldt State in Recreational Administration. Outside of the studio Kelli loves to stand up paddle board, hike, camp, spend time with her 4 boys, and tend to her chickens.

Carla discovered the transformative power of Pilates eight years ago in her 40s. While on a journey to lose weight and strengthen her body, Carla found Pilates intriguing—an exercise concept that allowed her to work out while lying down. Hooked after her first beginner class, Pilates became a vital part of her life. Carla's love for Pilates stems from its accessibility to all ages, body types, and fitness levels. Embracing the variety of workouts and the emphasis on breath and mind-body connection, Pilates played a crucial role in her recovery from a major spinal fusion surgery, aiding in the management of chronic pain and depression. Certified through the Club Pilates Teacher Training program in San Luis Obispo, Carla initially joined to enhance her Pilates knowledge and personal practice. Her favorite Pilates exercise is any side-lying leg work, and her teaching style focuses on providing education, encouragement, and opportunities for members to progress in their Pilates journey. Surprised by the genuine appreciation from the Club Pilates community, Carla finds joy in sharing her passion. Outside the studio, she works full-time at Cal Poly in University Housing. A mother of four, including twins, she's accompanied by her loyal dog, Chucky. Carla's favorite mantra: "Be kind and helpful to others!"

Tammy had been practicing yoga for years at a studio that also offered mat Pilates, which she found to be more rehabilitative for her previous injuries. She was excited to try Reformer Pilates and immediately fell in love because she finished each class truly feeling stronger and grounded. Tammy became a Member of Club Pilates San Luis Obispo in Feb 2019. The universe came through when she completed her 500-hour Comprehensive Teacher Training in 2021 and became a certified Pilates Instructor at Club Pilates. In Tammy’s classes you’ll find supportive and encouraging instruction sprinkled with tough love and humor. She loves a solid plank and a well-executed teaser, and shoulder bridges are more of a love/hate thing! Tammy has heard many preconceived misconceptions about Pilates and learned that many people fear Pilates until they try Pilates. Truly Pilates is for EVERYBODY & any body! Tammy believes she is proof of that! Outside of the studio Tammy has run multiple full and half marathons. She loves spending time with her husband of over 30 years, her grown sons, and friends; both new and old. She enjoys time outdoors in nature, travel, reading, wine tasting… Life. LIVE, LOVE, LAUGH and EAT (except sushi)

Allison first found Pilates in 2018 through cross training to improve her flexibility, strengthen her muscles, and perfect her balance as a ballerina. After spending 12 years studying ballet, she made the decision to focus on getting an education and pursuing a career in engineering rather than a career as a professional ballerina. Having gone to Pilates twice a week for the past three years, she joined her mom at her local Club Pilates in 2021 where they continued taking classes together. Allison has previously trained with San Francisco Ballet, Houston Ballet Company, and our Club Pilates Accelerated Teacher Training Program. She initially joined the club as a member and not long after became a sales associate for her local studio. Allison had always had it in mind to one day become a Pilates instructor. There was only one barrier: AGE! As soon as Allison turned 18, she signed up and began her training. Here she is months later with a certification under her belt! Pilates draws Allison in because of its focus on form. While most exercise programs are not for everyBODY, Pilates is. With a simple focus on form and basic movement, she loves how Pilates is able to rejuvenate and heal the body. Single-leg footwork’s developé is her favorite move; form in footwork is everything to Allison because it seems so simple, yet it takes very little to feel all of those muscles that no one knew they had! You can probably guess by now, Allison’s teaching style places a focus on form and those little movements that are SPICY! Outside of the studio, Allison is a student at Cal Poly SLO studying biomedical engineering. She enjoys the outdoors almost as much as she loves coffee. Come on by and take a class with Allison, she would love to meet you!

Kira has tried many forms of exercise (kickboxing, yoga, dance, tai-chi to name a few) but never felt motivated to continue her practice until she discovered Pilates. With Pilates, she began to feel muscles she didn’t know she had, she saw quick results, and she fell in love. Kira finds it incredible how vastly Pilates has improved people’s lives. She loves to hear member’s stories about disappearing chronic back pain, improved mental health and general wellbeing. Outside of the studio, Kira works as a project manager for a digital media company. She is an avid reader and loves wine tasting. She was a ballerina and a competitive dancer and she loves hanging out with her pug, Bean! “Everything I need is within me”

Kaitlyn is a committed Pilates instructor who discovered the transformative power of Pilates during college. Passionate about health and fitness, Kaitlyn sought a low-impact workout that targeted flexibility, core strength, and functionality - finding the perfect fit in Pilates. After graduating from the University of Oregon in 2023, Kaitlyn embarked on a comprehensive 500-hour training with Club Pilates, honing her expertise. Flying lunges and mermaid are her favorite Pilates moves, reflecting her dynamic approach to the practice. Known for her creative and challenging teaching style, Kaitlyn infuses each class with pulses and a core burn focus, fostering improvement and self-challenge among her clients. Her love for Pilates stems from its endless possibilities, ensuring a perpetual sense of challenge. Beyond the studio, Kaitlyn enjoys travel, wine tasting, and reality TV. Bringing 12 years of competitive cheerleading experience to her Pilates journey, she exemplifies dedication to fitness and community. For Kaitlyn, the joy lies in making a positive impact on others' lives by sharing her passion. Witnessing the growth of members and fostering a sense of community in the studio are sources of continual inspiration.

Traci was introduced to the transformative power of Reformer Pilates in 2016. Encouraged by a friend, she attended a free Intro class at Club Pilates, and it turned out to be a life-changing experience. Traci's love for Pilates is deeply rooted in its ability to provide a non-aggressive, low-impact, full-body workout. After a knee injury and surgery that limited her engagement in activities like running and tennis, Pilates became a pain-free solution, allowing her to focus on building upper body and core strength while strengthening her lower body. With a commitment to education, Traci's teaching style blends challenges with fun and humor, always emphasizing the Pilates principles. Her favorite Pilates move is the Teaser, a full-body exercise that showcases core strength, balance, flexibility, and control. What surprises Traci the most about teaching Pilates is witnessing the physical progressions in members on a weekly basis. She finds empowerment in helping people move and feel better mentally and physically, changing lives one class at a time. Beyond the studio, Traci enjoys cooking, reading, and spending time in nature. A competitive figure skater and piano player in her youth, Traci believes in the healing power of laughter, a good night's sleep, and, of course, tacos.