Club Pilates

Bios

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  Joseph

  Certified Pilates Trainer

  Growing up in Colorado I was always an active outdoors person. I knew that I had a passion for fitness and nutrition and the desire to help others reach their fitness goals. Getting an overweight friend to start eating healthier and working out, or just being there for someone to talk to, I had a knack for helping others get fit, even as a teenager. One of my passions in life is singing and playing guitar. I studied Music Performance in College and still love it to this day. Throughout my life, exercise and nutrition have always been important to me. While still living in Denver, one of my friends told me about a form of exercise called Pilates. They told me that Pilates would give me some of the same results as weightlifting plus the added benefit of more lean muscle and flexibility. I thought it sounded great and began practicing Pilates. After several months my body started to change and became more lean and defined. I was hooked! When I moved to California several years ago I found a wonderful Pilates instructor who I started training with. When I saw the changes he was making in people's lives, I knew that I wanted to do the same. That’s when I decided to get certified as a Pilates instructor. I received my Mat and Apparatus certifications through Mind Body Connection in San Francisco. During my certification process I had the benefit of working with some of the very best Pilates professionals in the Bay Area. I learned so much about the body and what goes into being a top-notch instructor during that time and am now able to apply those learning’s with my own clients. Since being certified I continue to further my education by attending Pilates on Tour conferences through out the U.S. Pilates on Tour is designed for Pilates instructors and offers a variety of workshops with some of the best instructors from around the world.

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  Kristin

  Certified Pilates Instructor

  Kristin brings the experience and perspective from 20 years as a physical therapist and ultra- trail runner to her pilates practice. Recently completing the comprehensive 500-hour Club Pilates Teacher Training has brought a new direction to her passion for providing functional movement education. She loves witnessing the “lightbulb” moments as people get more connected with their bodies and their potential. It is not at all necessary to have flexible hamstrings, experience in dance, or a background in pilates to attend her classes—individuals of any age and ability are welcome. She will do her best to ensure the session is challenging but accessible to each and every person. Kristin loves being a mom, high alpine running routes, strong espresso with cream, French pastries, and paddle boarding.

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  Jaclyn

  Certified Pilates Trainer

  Growing up in Texas Jaclyn was a competitive Equestrian and loved being active outdoors. In 2009, a family friend introduced Jaclyn to the benefits of Pilates. She quickly fell in love. In 2015, Jaclyn and her husband moved to Colorado. After a year of trying to find the right Pilates studio, Jaclyn found Club Pilates and went through their Teacher Training program. She loves how Club Pilates provides a uplifting and challenging, yet safe, environment for everyone who is looking for that mind-body connection. Which is exactly how Jaclyn's classes are- fun and challenging! You will definitely leave her class feeling better than when you in the door!

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  Aimee

  Certified Pilates Instructor

  Aimee Baker earned her Pilates teaching certificate from the internationally renowned Pilates Center of Boulder in 2002 and her Bachelor’s of Fine Arts in Dance at the University of Colorado. She is certified to teach the Functional Movement Screen, Pilates, Corealign®, Lagree Fitness, AFAA Primary Group Exercise, and NASM Group Personal Training. Aimee was selected as the Best Personalized Pilates Teacher by the Philadelphia Magazine in 2008. Aimee enriches her approach to movement with her education in anatomy. In 2008, she graduated from Body Language, a 200 hour course with the anatomist Thomas Myers. She is currently faculty in training in Myers’s Anatomy Trains® program and brings this information to the movement world. She is also an ongoing participant in intensive full body dissections. A steady and nurturing teacher, Aimee helps every client achieve gradual and lasting physical changes. Her multifaceted Pilates classes help students develop body awareness and strength in order to better manage and counterbalance the demands of daily living. Aimee lives in Highlands Ranch with her husband Gus, 7 year old daughter Carolena and baby boy Carlos. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, camping, golfing and salsa dancing.

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  Allyson

  Certified Pilates Instructor

  As a professional figure skater, touring with companies such as Disney on Ice and Royal Caribbean International and Ice Theatre of New York, Allyson was exposed to the benefits and needs of proper strengthening techniques. Allyson also performed and travelled working with various companies such as Royal Caribbean, as an aerialist. She was introduced to Pilates after an injury and is now passionate about working with athletes and other individuals to strengthen and rehabilitate to a stronger self. She became certified in Pilates through PH7 pilates, a Denver company. She is also a PMA certified instructor. Allyson is excited to be a part of the Club Pilates team!

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  Sandy

  Certified Pilates Instructor

  I discovered Pilates in the 1990’s and have found it to be fundamental to anyone’s wellbeing, core strength and movement. Since moving to Colorado Pilates has been my professional focal point. Fitness is at the core of my personality. Building on my personal belief in the value of healthful living has driven my personal and professional lives. I founded a successful fitness business, created an elite personal brand and developed a peerless knowledge base. My perspective on the importance of balance, innovation and enjoyment as it relates to fitness has given me an edge in a competitive industry. Additionally I was honored to co-author of The Power of Champions, a complete wellness, and personal training reference. Leveraging my expertise I served as the television on-air fitness personality for an NBC affiliate station for five years.

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  Alissa

  Certified Pilates Instructor

  Alissa has been teaching movement since 1999. Dance, Pilates, Franklin Method and yoga therapy. She has a love for finding and exploring new perspectives and scientific research to blend into her classes. Alissa is known for mixing it up and adding what she calls fusion to most of her classes. She meets you where you are, health wise, fitness wise and holds you to your goals. She loves painting, being outside, and running down mountains.

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  Deb

  Certified Pilates Instructor

  Deb is a Colorado native and life-long resident, aside from a short stint in Illinois, before returning to the state. Deb came to Pilates through physical therapy as a way to recover from back pain accumulated from multiple injuries and degenerative conditions. In 2017, Deb completed the 500 hour instructors certification through Club Pilates, and she looks forward to sharing her love for Pilates with her clients. In her classes, Deb focuses on functional fitness, healing and rehabilitation in a welcoming, supportive and safe community.

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  Julie

  Pilates Instructor

  After my second lumbar spinal fusion surgery, I was introduced to Pilates as part of my rehabilitation. My physical therapist was also a Pilates instructor and used the reformer and exo chair to strengthen my core and my entire body to support my new titanium back! I was immediately hooked and knew as I became stronger and overcame my limitations, I knew this was my new exercise regime. This was eight years ago and I have been faithfully practicing Pilates ever since. During this time, my love for Pilates led me to expand my horizons and go through teacher training with Club Pilates so that I may share the joy of Pilates with others. After years as an Executive Assistant, I realized Pilates was the new path for me. Club Pilates offers such a variety of classes and equipment - you never feel bored with your routine. My back and I are a testament to the recovery and long term benefits of Pilates! After completing my apprenticeship under my Mentor Joseph Lyons, I am excited for the opportunity to teach my own classes. I am a native of Upper Michigan and have lived in Colorado for 15 years. I live In Lone Tree with my husband Joe. We are huge movie buffs and football fans. We enjoy biking the wonderful Colorado paths/trails, road trips, having dinner at new restaurants, and spending time with our three grandchildren.