Natalie’s relationship with Pilates began on the mat. She was inspired by the knowledge and precision of several teachers in her early 20s, and has continued the practice ever since. She is Stott certified and has advanced training in back care, scoliosis, shoulder dysfunction, and pre/post natal. Natalie gravitates to post-rehab and injured clients, focusing equally on strength and mobility to manage and alleviate pain. Her
goal is not for clients to be any certain size, but to move with resilience and ease.
She sees herself as a student for life and believes the teacher/client relationship is one of reciprocal learning. As the studio owner she hopes to create a sense of community in a space that is welcoming, colorful, and open. She looks forward to meeting you.
Abby has been teaching Pilates for over 9 years throughout Southern California, after being certified through Pilates Sports Center. She believes working out is not about the way your body looks, but how you feel in your body. Abby was introduced to pilates after a family member used it to recover from a major back injury and has seen firsthand how it can help heal and reshape. Classes with her focus on flow, challenging exercises, and FUN.
Jill Jordan received her Comprehensive Pilates Certification with Circuit Pilates in 2016, but has been in the fitness world her entire life. From dancing as a United Dance Association All-Star to competing in track and field, fitness shaped her journey from a young age. Since entering the Pilates profession full time, Jill has taught both traditional and progressive methods to clients of all ages and levels, as well as pioneering hybrid modalities that integrate Pilates with HIIT Training, barre, and more. An entertainer at heart, Jill brings her signature positive energy and humor to every class and private session, inspiring her clients to put in their best work to get their best possible results.
As a Long Beach native Emily began dancing while in middle school and fell in love with the art of movement. She went on to get her degree in Dance Science from California State University, Long Beach. It was during her time in the Dance Department at CSULB that she was introduced to Pilates as a way to stay strong and balanced. Under the instruction of Karen Clippinger Emily developed her love and appreciation for Pilates and all that it has to offer. Alongside her dance and Pilates training Emily studied Anatomy, Exercise Physiology, and Biomechanics. It was this coursework that inspired her to share her knowledge and help others through movement. The summer following her college graduation she completed her Pilates certification through Body Arts and Sciences International (BASI). Emily’s goal as a Pilates instructor is to allow her clients to move freely and efficiently while challenging them past what they thought they could do! When Emily is not in the Pilates studio she loves to shoot film photography and go hiking.
Caitlin’s approach to Pilates is derived from a variety of classical and contemporary methods, having evolved with the technique from a young age. Thanks to Pilates, Caitlin has had a healthy and fulfilling dance career and feels passionately about sharing the magic of movement with others. While she completed her studies through the the esteemed Balanced Body training, she also holds a BFA in Dance (OU) and is licensed in Stretch Therapy (NSCA) and Dance Movement Therapy (UCLA). Caitlin’s quality is emphatic on precision, expansion, and grace. Classes are accessible yet challenging and provide a supportive atmosphere while privates are designed to adhere to each individuals’ unique requirements. She looks forward to seeing you in the studio!
A London native, Ella was introduced to pilates at 14 as part of her off ice training as a competitive figure skater.
Ella believes pilates can help everyone connect to their bodies and feel their best selves inside and out. She teaches with a strong intuition helping you to connect deeper to your workout.
Ella completed her classical pilates training at Whole Body Method where she also studied anatomy and how to help clients with injuries.
Ella’s approach to teaching combines her classical training with contemporary pilates.
She has been featured as an instructor in Women’s Health magazine and refinery 29. Ella also teaches barre classes and, when not teaching, you can find her performing improv comedy around LA!