Club Pilates

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  Wendy

  Instructor

  Wendy developed a passion for Pilates years ago while embarking on a personal 100lb weight loss journey. Her passion led her to training and she became Balanced Body certified in 2008. She is also certified in Primary Group Exercise by the Athletics & Fitness Association of America. Wendy enjoys working with all types of clients and her positive vibrant energy that she brings to every class has resulted in a loyal following of members. Wendy continues to practice Pilates for her personal health. When not in studio, Wendy enjoys spending time with her family. She is married to Dallen and is the proud mother of 3 children and 1 dog – Ellie!

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  Kristin

  Instructor

  Kristin was a collegiate swimmer, graduating from Minnesota State University Moorhead. She started her Personal Training career in 2007 after getting BSc in Exercise Science. Kristin was convinced by peers to continue her education with the Pilates method through Peak Pilates. After completing her training in 2010 with a complete mind and body transformation Pilates became her passion and primary focus. Kristin’s fitness career has taken her across the country and given her the opportunity to work alongside Cirque du Soleil performers, professional ballerinas, and Olympic Athletes. She has been the recipient of numerous awards including trainer of the month in three different states. What impresses her most about the benefits of Pilates is seeing her clients experiencing pain and limitations becoming functional and pain free. Her mission is for all her clients to feel the positive healing effects of Pilates.

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  Sonia

  Instructor

  Sonia has been an exercise enthusiast all her life and was a dancer up until her college years. She found Pilates briefly in the early 2000’s; however, after being on bed rest for a difficult pregnancy, she lost so much strength in her core, and she ended up with several disk herniation's, which limited her activities drastically. Following rehab and pain management procedures, she was able to start exercising again, but she still wasn’t becoming as strong as she needed to be. Sonia always kept Pilates in the back of her mind but was skeptical it could really help. When the Club Pilates Towne Lake studio opened in July 2017, she decided to take a chance and became a member. After just a few classes, she couldn’t believe how much better her whole body felt. She loved going about her day feeling more balanced, flexible, and stronger. She didn’t hurt anymore and felt more in tune with her body than every before! Pilates has had such a positive influence on everything she does, and because she knew how much it changed her life, she wanted to help others learn how Pilates could change their lives. A native Houston, Sonia spent years growing up in Borneo, Japan, and The Netherlands. She graduated from Texas A&M University in 1995 with a B.A. in English and History and worked in the healthcare documentation field for many years with over 12 of them as a Performance Coach in quality control. Sonia has been married for 23 years and has a 20-year-old son and 15-year-old triplets!! She loves spending time with her family, traveling, binge watching TV, reading, and snuggling with her kitties and pup.

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  Melisa

  Instructor

  My love for Pilates began a long time ago. I remember going to my first mat class and thinking this is going to be so easy and boring, boy was I WRONG!!! I was immediately hooked and started going 3 times a week and the results came pretty quickly, my body shape changed and I felt stronger. I later did private lessons on the reformer and Cadillac and I knew I would do this type of exercise the rest of my life. My background is in accounting, however about 10 years ago I went back to school and received my license as a Certified Nutritionist, I went on to counsel and help many clients. I had 2 of my 4 children later in life, so it took a toll on me and I didn't practice Pilates for many years. I discovered Club Pilates and my spirit and love for Pilates was renewed. I completed my Club Pilates instructor certification and began teaching classes in 2017. My husband said it best when I told him about me becoming an instructor "Pilates is in your soul" and he's right my passion will and always has been Pilates!!! I'm so happy to be pursuing my new career with Club Pilates. I enjoy working with all types of clients and look forward to welcoming you in my classes. I am married to my wonderful husband Sean for 12 years and have 4 children (2 still in the nest) and 2 grandchildren.

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  Christine

  Instructor

  Christine has been helping others in the area of fitness for over 20 years. Christine holds certifications in multiple Pilates training methods and applies a variety of Pilates training techniques including STOTT PILATES®, Pilate Coach, Bender Method and Physical Mind to her practice. These approaches combine traditional Pilates with modern principles of exercise science. She draws from her knowledge of anatomy, movement, and fitness skills to provide Pilates programs to suit any age or level of ability. She is adept at teaching a diverse clientele ranging from athletes (runners, skiers, golfers, basketball players, football players, equestrians, etc.) to housewives and clients in their 80’s. She enjoys creating unique exercise modifications to promote greater ease of movement and healthy biomechanics. Her caring, encouraging teaching style, keen eye for movement, and attention to detail helps clients live better by improving their body awareness and alignment.

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  Emily

  Instructor

  Emily is a graduate of Texas A&M University earning a BSc. degree in Kinesiology: Dance Science. Emily has been dancing since the age of three, and has trained in classical ballet & modern, and contemporary dance under Angela Jackson and Kerry Godkins. With dancing, she had the opportunity to travel abroad and perform in the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland! She also attended the International Association of Dance Medicine and Science conference in Helsinki, Finland. Emily was introduced to Pilates early on during her dance training. Before entering college, Emily successfully completed the 500-hour Club Pilates Teacher Training program. She has been a Pilates instructor for over 4 years. Emily is also a certified recovery specialist with Airrosti. Her future goal is to become a specialized Pilates instructor for dancers! In addition, she plans to have a future in rehabilitation and pre/post-natal Pilates! Emily enjoys working one on one with clients developing training programs by utilizing her knowledge of Pilates, Kinesiology and Airrosti recovery training. She is excited to be a part of your journey and experience at Club Pilates and looks forward to working with you!

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  Jill

  Instructor

  Jill studied chemical engineering at the University of Tulsa. She left the corporate world in 2008 to raise her family. Throughout her life, Jill has always been involved in athletics - from soccer and softball as a young child to rowing in college to marathons in adulthood. After a life changing illness, Jill was introduced to Pilates. She loves that Pilates is an exercise and strength training program that is accessible to anyone, no matter their physical condition! Jill’s journey with Pilates took another step when she enrolled in Club Pilates teacher training program. Jill successfully completed the program and began her second career in October 2017. With an engineer's approach, Jill has demonstrated a keen desire to understand the principles of Pilates and enjoys the challenge of adapting these principles to meet the levels and goals of her clients!

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  Sarah

  Instructor

  Sarah is a happily married momma to an energetic 2 year old girl and 3 big pups living in Hockley. Her journey to Pilates began in 2017. Sarah was a runner before she was a Pilates lover and instructor. She suffered numerous injuries during her early years as a runner. She returned to running in 2018 after the birth of her daughter and in attempt to avoid another injury, she sought out other types of exercise to supplement her training as runner. From this she discovered Pilates. Pilates has become the perfect complement to running. It has allowed her to become not just a better runner but a healthier, happier person overall. Sarah loves Pilates because it is truly for everyone, no matter age, gender, or fitness level. She loves helping people discover in class that their bodies are capable of way more than they ever expected. After falling in love with Pilates, she decided to pursue it as a career in 2018. She is currently completing her Club Pilates training teaching program and has achieved the apprenticeship level whereby Sarah is able to commence in class instruction.

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  Sandy

  General Manager / Instructor

  Sandy is a native Houstonian, and for the past 15 years she and her husband have been a residents of Cypress. Sandy is fluently bilingual in Spanish. Sandy was introduced to Pilates due to a back injury and failed back surgery. Pilates became her journey back to wellness. Pilates was so effective that Sandy decided to become a Pilates instructor with the hopes of sharing her experience with others. Sandy holds numerous Balanced Body certifications including Mat Pilates L1 and 2, Reformer Pilates L 1, 2 and 3, Barre and Anatomy in Three Dimensions (A13D). Sandy is also a 200 hour certified Yoga instructor and also certified in TRX Suspension Training. Sandy is an animal lover and enjoys astronomy, photography and charcoal sketching. When she is not busy being the GM at Towne Lake she enjoys visits to a museum or zoo or even volunteering at pet shelters!

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