In 2008 Katherine completed the BASI Pilates® Teacher Training Course with Dance Specialization. She is a Cum Laude graduate of California State University of Long Beach with a BA in Dance; Science Option. She is an American College of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer, and continually expands her knowledge and understanding of Classical Pilates and current Fitness guidelines.
Ava is the Pilates Place's dedicated and positive Studio Manager and team instructor. She holds certifications in NASM Certificate in personal Training, NASM Certificate in Nutrition Counseling, Pilates Sports Center Certificate in Mat and Reformer Pilates. She holds a Bachelors of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics. Currently she is a J.D. Candidate at the University of Arizona. Ava focuses on ensuring a pleasant studio experience for all clients!
Niki became Certified in the Pilates Method in 2002, by Diane Diefenderfer at Studio du Corps. She is also Mat certified in BASI by Rael Isocowitz and became a PMA® Certified Pilates Teacher. Niki became a MELT Method Instructor in April of 2011 and is an advanced MELT instructor. She has a B.A. from CSULB and has been in the fitness industry for over 25 years.
She teaches virtual classes, as well as in-person at our Westminster location.
Robin is a Certified Personal Trainer in 2015 and a Certified Health Coach in 2016 by American Council On Exercise. In 2017, she became Certified Yoga Instructor through YogaWorks. Then in 2020, she received her Pilates Certification from Body Arts and Science International.
She teaches at our Westminster location.
Samantha is a graduate from California State University Long Beach with a B.A. in Dance. She is Pilates Mat and Reformer Certified by Synergetic Movement, and has continued growing her Pilates knowledge with Body Arts and Science International workshops taught by Karen Clippinger M.S.P.E. When she's not teaching PIlates, she knits, teaches dance to children, and enjoys dancing professionally. She has been on The Pilates Place team since 2022 and has quickly built a following.
After a successful career as a fashion designer, Lisa trained at Body Arts and Science International in Costa Mesa. She studied with Rael Isacowitz.
She says,
“I truly love what I do and feel it is a special gift to touch someone’s life by sharing my knowledge, experience, and creative teaching ability. “
She teaches at both locations.
Amber is a California State University Long Beach graduate. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Dance Science, and has completed her Pilates Teach Training with Body Arts and Sciences International. She continues her education with the end goal of becoming a Doctor or Physical Therapy. In her time away from the studio, she enjoys dancing, sewing, and making jewelry and clay art. She has been on our Team since 2022.
Sara graduated Magna Cum Laude from CSULB with a BA in Dance Science. She is Certified by Synergetic Movement Pilates, and has an extensive background in Physical Therapy and Clinical setting. She is continuing her studies and education in the field of Physical Therapy.
She teaches in Long Beach and occasionally at our Westminster location.
Lena has a degree in Business Administration from CSU Pomona, and has been in the health and fitness world for over 19 years with previous teaching experience at Club Pilates and the Boeing Fitness Center. We couldn't be more excited to bring her skillset to our studio. We're sure you'll love her energy, passion and a keen eye in all of her upcoming classes and privates!