STOTT Pilates fully Certified Instructor
•mat, reformer, cadillac, chair, barrels & isp
stott pilates instructor trainer
• Mat, Reformer, CADILLAC, CHAIR, BARRELS
National Pilates Certification Program • NATIONALLY CERTIFIED PILATES TEACHER
Additional education
• injuries & special populations,
Pre/postnatal pilates & athletic conditioning
I'm Michelle, your new Pilates BFF.
My Pilates Journey
Hey, I'm Michelle. A fully certified STOTT Pilates Instructor & Instructor Trainer for the world renowned Merrithew. I'm a former professional dancer and dance teacher and from my very first Pilates class I was hooked. It was love at first feet in straps. But to be honest, I NEVER considered becoming an instructor. Ever. As an introvert & someone with major social anxiety the thought of speaking in front of a room full of people was a struggle. But I did it. And through Pilates I found my voice, now I spend my days talking my clients ears off without a second thought & wouldn't have it any other way.
In 2016 I began my journey to become fully certified through STOTT Pilates, have been teaching group classes & private clients in high end studios ever since. And in 2022 I was fortunate enough to be promoted to the prestigious role of STOTT Pilates Instructor Trainer for the world renowned Merrithew, mentoring the next generation of teachers.
When not doing Pilates you'll often find me weightlifting in my garage or out for a trail run. Or traveling the world with my honey in search of the best coffee roastery & croissants. Or jamming out to a good 90's hip hop playlist, highly recommend Hip Hop BBQ (thanks Mal). Or at home in my comfies watching an entire season or two of a Netflix show in one night.
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Over the years I've gained a loyal following in the studio with full classes and packed waitlists for months in advance. It got to the point that no new clients could get in to see me, I was completely maxed out, I couldn't even invite a friend to class - there was just no room. It made me think there had to be a way for me to extend my reach beyond the four walls of the studio.
I heard whisperings from those who had reformers in their homes, it was always the same story, “I have my own reformer but I NEVER use it.” “Even though I've done Pilates for years I'm lost at home without a teacher to follow.” “I would kill to have my own reformer but I don't know enough to use it properly.” Upon doing some research on what was available online, I found it was pretty disappointing and utterly lacking. It was nowhere near the caliber of what I was teaching in the studio. So I took the leap, and created what I didn't see - intelligent, fun safe, effective instruction from a friendly teacher with years of hands on experience.
March 2022 I started my YouTube channel to share my classes & never looked back. YouTube helped me to build my confidence, hone the craft of teaching on camera, and find movers from around the world who loved what I had to share. I quickly gained a following and June 2023 I created my first on-demand library & April 2024 I went all in and created my very own APP!
Creating Real Good Pilates was the best decision I ever made and I can't wait to see our community continue to grow & thrive. I would LOVE for you to join the RGP movement & come along for the ride!
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