Our Team
Our Team
Owner
Pilates Instructor
Owner
Pilates Instructor
Amanda was born in Ventura California, but grew up in Maryland. She was inspired to become a Pilates Instructor after working in the medical field for years. She loves helping others feel better about themselves and making them feel there best physically.
She went through an extensive program with Peak Pilates, receiving her certification in Mat, Reformer, Tower, Chair, and Barrel Levels 1 & 2. She continues to attend conferences, and does online training as often as she can. She loves to continue learning to keep things fresh and new.
Beside her love for Pilates she loves to spend time with her family and friends, hiking, camping, and going to the beach.
Amanda Watson
Yeliz Dingler
Pilates Instructor
With a dance journey spanning over three decades, Yeliz brings mastery to the realms of Pilates and stretching. Having graced stages worldwide in over a thousand performances, her dance legacy intertwines seamlessly with her role as a transformative Pilates educator.
For the past 7 years, she has shared her expertise in functional anatomy and the principles of body movement with undergraduate students, imparting a deep understanding of the body's intricacies. Trained at the esteemed Pilates Coach Institute, she has dedicated over 15 years to shaping and empowering individuals through Pilates.
What sets her apart is the personalized touch she brings to her classes, recognizing that every body is unique. Her teachings go beyond fitness; they are a journey tailored to each individual, reflecting a profound commitment to the art of movement and holistic well-being.
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Kelly Alexander
Kelly Alexander
Doctor of Physical Therapy &
Pilates Instructor
Doctor of Physical Therapy &
Pilates Instructor
As a Physical Therapist and a Pilates Instructor, I bring a unique perspective to rehabilitation and fitness that combines a rich variety of training and years of experience. I have a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, a Doctorate in Physical Therapy, Pilates Instructor Certification, and a Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist. Drawing from this broad skill set, I can tailor an individualized plan to help you achieve your goals.
Certifications:
Certified Pilates Instructor (Club Pilates, 2019)
Selective Functional Movement Assessment I and II (2001)
Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist (2022)
Ana Pestana
Yoga Instructor
You know the feeling of having a door open and then having it shut right away? The struggle of finding your purpose? What am I going to do for the rest of my life? In the middle of figuring out what career I wanted to pursue, going through an abusive and toxic relationship. I hit rock bottom. I lost who I was completely. I was living in Portugal for 10 years and at 28 I made the courageous decision to start over; to move back to the US. I had been practicing yoga on my own and one day in class I realized, "you know, one day I'd like to be the teacher". I had a huge barrier though, I had this fear of being in front of people. The fear of crowds and all eyes looking at me. Everyday I am so thankful to have found my path. Yoga is so much more than being able to do a handstand or the splits. Yoga has helped me in unimaginable ways mentally, physically, and emotionally. I believe that we all have our own journeys / practice. We build strength, flexibility, mindfulness, awareness, on the mat and bring those teachings into our everyday lives. My hope and passion is to help people using the art of yoga and other natural, holistic healing modalities to create physical, mental, emotional, and vibrational balance to ourselves and our everyday lives.
Pilates Instructor
Pilates Instructor
Renée Burkett was first introduced to the Pilates Method as a young dance student. She had the privilege of taking Pilates foundation classes and learning the Method from a contemporary of Joseph’s in formal classes. During those classes Renée watched hours of video footage of Joseph Pilates, himself, as he taught and instructed his method to elite athletes, private students and aspiring Pilates teachers. To this day, Renée hails back to those videos to enrich her understanding, depth of teaching and to stay true to the original intention.
Renée was in a year-long Method mentorship program. There she learned much of the basics of machines Pilates. She also devoted self-study with Balanced Body. Ultimately, she ended up studying and taking workshops from Moira Stott and received some of her certifications through Stott.
Most recently, Renée has taken her comprehensive Pilates certification through Pilates Method Alliance (PMA). Besides Pilates machines, Renée holds advanced certifications in Pilates Mat as well as Yoga.
Renée Burkett
Renée Burkett
