I found my love for reformer-based Pilates in late 2015 when a Pilates studio opened up in my local neighborhoods shopping center. As a young girl, I had practiced gymnastics and took dance lessons; and by my 30’s I noticed I was always having pain in my hips, mainly after sitting which I did all day at work. After having an MRI, I was told I had arthritis in my hips that they normally see in 80 year olds. And they suggested surgery. I sought to try something non-invasive and was suggested classical Pilates. I initially only committed to 2 classes a week, thinking I couldn’t find time for any more. I quickly realized the physical and emotional benefits I began to see in my daily life and used up my first package of credits before the month had ended. I then decided to put my health and well-being first, instead of everything else in my life and I committed to practicing 1 our and eventually working up to 2 hours a day 5 days a week. I’ve learned from and studied with amazing local instructors: Maylin Galarraga Garcia, Lexi Stinger, Melinda Johnson, Bebe Campbell, Rinda Phillips, Luisa Fernanda Núñez, Angela Donnelly, and Kelli Hutchins.

After 5 years of daily practice, I felt it was time to deepen my knowledge; I knew there was more I not getting out of large group classes. So prior to COVID lock downs, in early 2019, I decided to pursue a 500-hour Pilates certification; studying under Master Trainer Marilyn Harder from Sacramento, California. Marilyn’s specialty was special populations and her training focused on knowing modifications for all body types.

After moving to Conroe in 2021, I decided to leave the legal field and began teaching full time. Since then have taught over 2,500 Pilates group classes in the greater Houston area studios. I have hundreds of hours of teaching private one-on-one sessions in various movement methods; ages ranging from 14 years young to 85 years old.

In Dec of 2022, I decided to pursue a new movement method outside of Pilates and found the GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM®, studying under Master Trainer Pam Blangy @ Pilates And Motion, in Katy, Texas. I have also trained with Master Trainer Amy Ell of Gyrotonic Houston®. My final Review was conducted under the guidance of Dr. Justine Bernard PT, DPT at Elements Fitness & Wellness Center in Washington D.C.

I continue to study under various medical professionals, PT’s, and other well known elder Pilates instructors.

In June 2025, I decided to add on to my movement certification and became a Level 1 and 2 CoreAlign® trainer/instructor. I studied under: Carrie A. Lamb, PT, DPT , A Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Nationally Certified Pilates Instructor, and ConnectED education & Balanced Body Educator.

In March of 2026 I decided to expand my knowledge in Gyrotonic Method and took the GYROTONER® course with Master Trainer Amy Ell of Gyrotonic Houston®

Prior to moving to Houston and falling in love with Pilates, I was a part time gymnastics coach. I have taught kids ages 2.5 up-to teenagers, from the mommy & me classes, recreational classes, pre-team up to level 4. I held a USGA certification which is no longer active at this time.

If you’d like to know more about me and my experience please just ask. I would love to meet you, discuss your goals, concerns, struggles and help you get started on your journey to a stronger mind, body, & core at The CORE Movement Studio.