I've always had a knack for throwing my body into the deep end. Whether it was walking backwards in 4" heels for tango, running a chainsaw in wildland firefighting, trapeze lessons, or diving headfirst into the chaos of raising twins, my life has been a series of bold (sometimes questionable) movement choices.

When I came to Pilates, I was held together by sheer willpower: ruined knees from running, bunions from genetics and years of loving shoes that did not love me back, and a core that had taken a toll from the aforementioned twins. I showed up in pieces. With the guidance of genuinely skilled teachers — and through the lineage of Joe Pilates, Romana, Eve, Ron and the Contrology tradition — I started to put myself back together.

After having twins my brain no longer loved spreadsheets, but my understanding of bodies had deepened and a family friend suggested I come learn more about Pilates. Helping people move well, feel better, and stop ignoring the body they live in — it turns out that's exactly what I care about. I’m not an inventor though, I believe in the system that Joe assembled and discovered.

Pilates showed me that even the most stubborn body parts can learn new things. Whether you're coming in strong or coming in held together with optimism, we'll find your strength.

Through the subtle genius of Joe Pilates, Romana, and the Contrology greats, I fell in love with a practice that's both maddeningly precise and deeply rewarding. My teaching journey began when a dear friend, after laughing at my office-worker slump, suggested I try something I cared deeply about — helping others heal, too, with focused movements.

Whether you're feeling strong as a trapeze artist or more like a tired office chair, let's find your strength.