Club Pilates

Bios

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  Janna Webster

  Instructor

  I was born and raised in Denver Colorado and grew up playing soccer, volleyball and skiing and ultimately loving the outdoors. I never enjoyed lifting weights or being a gym rat. I stayed active until life and children took over. To say the least, I might have enjoyed being pregnant a little too much. The realization that I didn’t feel good was almost overwhelming. The time had come for me to go to the gym and do what I always hated, exercise. I went to the local gym and hired a personal trainer and a crazy thing happened, I enjoyed lifting weights and being your classic gym rat. I enjoyed lifting so much that I was going to gym five days a week. Fast forward 5 years and 30 lbs. lighter, I found myself just as active when I was a kid. And went back to playing my favorite sport, soccer but this time it was indoor. And wouldn’t you know it, one season in and I tore my ACL. I wish I had an awesome story to match but not, I just don’t know how to pivot. But here is where it gets better. After two surgeries, yes two, I was heartbroken thinking my life will never be the same. I wondered how I could ever get back to where I was. And here is where I am 10 years later. I still love to lift weights, have run a marathon and over 15 half marathons and realized during all of this that my passion and heart’s desire is to help people become a better version of themselves. And that is why I choose to become a Pilates Instructor. I want to see people strive to be more and better and to love the body they are in.

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  Jeni Austin

  Instructor

  Originally from Minneapolis, Mn. Jeni studied dance and theater when at 16yrs old a routine checkup showed a slight curvature in her spine so her doctors decided to fuse her thoracic spine with a titanium rod for prevention of scoliosis. It wasn't until 20 years later she discovered Pilates. Finally an exercise program that didn't limit her because her lack of flexion in her spine. In fact, It was the first time since her younger years she felt as good as she did when she was a dancer. So she decided to get her Certificate as a Pilates Trainer with Pilates Sport Center in Studio City CA. Jeni is inspired everyday by people she has met and trained. To be a part of someone’s transformation to a healthier, better body, and to help them reach their goals and have a greater awareness about their body that transcends to their day to day lives is the best reward around! I believe working out should be fun and not a chore. With Pilates their are so many levels and styles and progressive evolution to the practice you can do it for a lifetime. Whether you are a student or a teacher you can always discover new ways to move, and learn, and in so doing learn new things about yourself in the process! Something fun about me: I'm a goofball and still a thespian at heart. Any chance I can dress up, like Halloween or Renaissance I'm there! And you don't have to ask me twice to sing karaoke. Even if I don't really know the song. :D

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  Shannon Schultz

  Instructor

  Background Shannon was born in Miami, Florida and grew up in Boca Raton. She trained in classical ballet from the age of three, and later studied jazz, tap, modern, and lyrical, competing in dance competitions all over the country. Swimming and diving since age nine, Shannon was a four-time high school All American in springboard and platform diving, anchoring the 50 meter relay and 100 meter relay in swimming to help get her team to the state finals for four consecutive years. A scholarship athlete diving for Boston College, Shannon qualified and competed in the NCAA and The East Coast Championships during her four years at Boston College. Shannon was fortunate enough to train with Olympic greats at the Mission Bay Aquatic Center in Boca Raton, Florida and the Olympic training facility in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Training and Certifications?Shannon took her first Pilates class at New York Sports Club in New York City in 2001 and has been studying it ever since. She was amazed at how quickly Pilates improved her posture, reduced chronic pain from old injuries and how strong it made her feel, so she decided to teach and help others improve their posture, health and overall wellness. Shannon holds certifications with the following companies… Pilates Method Alliance Pilates Institute of America National Academy of Sports Medicine Kelly Kane’s Kinected TRX Barre Above Trigger Point Orange Theory Fitness Battling Ropes HIIT CPR Shannon has been with Club Pilates since 2015 opening two Club Pilates studios in Colorado and has been a Master Trainer, General Manager and Studio Lead Instructor for the company. She has been a Pilates and fitness educator and involved in teaching Pilates, TRX, barre and a variety of circuit classes for over 16 years. Shannon and her husband, Andy, recently moved their family to Chandler and are having a blast with their 17-month old son, Tucker, and their two labs Foxy and Simba.

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  Vickie Lang

  Instructor

  Vickie was born and raised in Long Beach California. She began her fitness journey and career over 35 years ago. During her extensive career in fitness Vickie has been a leader in her field. Her background includes, Divisional Director of Group Fitness for 24 Hour Fitness where she was responsible for 72 clubs - group fitness programing, program creation, instructor training, master trainer, operations and fiscal responsibility for the Central California Division, including the Inland Empire and Hawaii. Vickie holds various certifications and currently is the Recreation Coordinator of Fitness for the City of Chandler. Vickie has worked in non-for-profits, corporate wellness, private sector, and country club settings. While residing two years in South Florida, Vickie worked as a full-time trainer and TRX expert for BallenIsles Country Club in Palm Beach, where Venus and Serena Williams lived and trained. During this time, she worked with high risk individuals coming straight out of physical therapy which was on-site, as well as expert athletes in golf, tennis and aquatics and everything in between. BallenIsles Country Club awarded Vickie with employee of the year in 2010. In 2004 Vickie was honored to receive Group Fitness Instructor of the Year from the International Fitness Professional Association (IFPA), and most innovative Group Exercise Programs in 1999 from the South West Division of 24 Hour Fitness. Some of her note-worthy certifications are Peak Pilates, Stott Mat Pilates, NASM Personal Trainer, NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist, A.C.E. and AFAA Group Exercise Instructor, TRX level 1 & 2, Barre Above, Turbo Kick, Body Pump, Yoga Fit, Arthritis and Aqua Foundation, Kettle Bell, Schwinn, Johnny G. and Real Ryder Indoor Cycling Certified. Vickie was a modern dance major in the Los Angeles area, before getting into the fitness industry, and practiced Pilates with Mari Windsor and Merrithew, in conjunction with her dance training regimen. After almost losing her right leg from the knee down in a traumatic motorcycle accident, and recovering for two years with the aid of a wonderful physical therapist, she became extremely interested in learning more about how the body heals – This was the catalyst in Vickie’s journey and passion to help as many people find their strength from the inside out, and to push past the boundaries of what one can accomplish. The body follows the mind. Perseverance and steadfast practice will prevail. Joseph Pilates figured this out many years ago. Pilates saved me from surgeries doctors told me I needed. I am excited about working with Club Pilates members and guests utilizing solid Pilates foundational methods, coupled with state of the art TRX, Barre, Mat, Springboard and Chair exercises to help you live a vibrant and active lifestyle.

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  Julie Thomas

  Instructor

  I am originally from Kansas City, Missouri and grew up playing softball, volleyball and running track and cross-country. I have been running continuously since I was 14 years old, completing five marathons, including the Boston Marathon and the New York City Marathon, and over a dozen half-marathons and countless 5K and 10K races. I graduated from Drake University and the University of Kansas School of Law and practiced law for 13 years, before moving to Arizona in 2013. An admitted “gym junkie,” I have tried every gym and workout out there, but Pilates was the first workout that inspired me to want to teach it to others. Fifteen months after taking my first class at Club Pilates, I registered for teacher training and completed my certification from Club Pilates in 2018. I love teaching Pilates and sharing my love of fitness – it’s WAY more fun than practicing law. When I’m not teaching, I’m grocery shopping, cooking or doing laundry (I have four teenage sons), golfing, drinking wine with friends, or traveling with my husband.

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  Ashley Zarr

  Instructor

  Originally hailing from Iowa Falls, Iowa, Ashley grew up actively involved in dance, theatre, and teaching (it’s in her blood- both her parents have their Masters in Education). Following her passion for dance and the freedom and joy that movement inspires, she earned her BA in Dance from the University of Iowa, sharing that love through teaching at multiple studios both in Iowa, as well as here in the Valley after her relocation in 2010 to follow her dream of dancing professionally. Having been fortunate enough to work with multiple companies over the past eight years, as a freelance artist and company member, and working with children and adults in the dance medium for the past 13 years, Pilates was a natural transition from the dance world. Introduced to the idea of the Teacher Training program through Club Pilates by fellow former dance company members Jordyn Siegfried and Erin Lovrien, Ashley jumped in with both feet. Having suffered from multiple injuries in her college dance career, but adamant about pursuing a healthy lifestyle for as long as she can remember, Ashley has been both inspired and impressed with the personal healing and physical advancements she’s seen in her own body, as well as those she’s been fortunate enough to work with. Excited by the possibilities and passionate about the journey, Ashley is looking forward to helping other see the potential within themselves that can only truly be unlocked by this “Mind-Body Connection” that Joseph Pilates knew to be true so many years ago. In addition to pursuing all things health, Ashley loves being outdoors, especially if it involves the woods or water, creating handmade gifts for those she loves, cooking, and spending time with her friends and fiancée, Jon, and, of course, dancing.

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  Courtney Kellar

  Instructor

  Courtney Cox is turning her passion for Pilates into a part-time career. After a lengthy weight-loss and fitness journey, she found success with Pilates she hadn’t discovered elsewhere. Not only was she impressed by the physical changes Pilates had on her body, but also the positive impact it had on her mind. The sense of community with Club Pilates is something Courtney didn’t know she was missing until she found it. With a longstanding interest in anatomy and physiology and a budding obsession for Pilates, it was a no-brainer to complete the Club Pilates Teacher Training Program. Courtney loves sharing her passion for Pilates with CP clients and friends. She believes in creating a positive, upbeat workout environment that’s challenging, but not discouraging. She strives to incorporate traditional Pilates exercises into every class, while keeping things fun and funky.

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  Kim Waithe

  Instructor

  Kim started her Pilates certification after completing a degree in Kinesiology. She has never found an exercise method that is as unique as this! Kim is continually fascinated by how effective Pilates is both for post injury rehabilitation, and as a method to drastically improve physical fitness. Whether her clients are interested in reducing pain, rehabbing injuries, or getting toned, she loves finding creative ways to help them reach their goals!

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  Jennifer Walters

  Instructor

  After graduating with a degree in Exercise Science and wrapping up her career as a cheerleader, Jennifer searched for something that would fill the void of both. After being introduced to Pilates she fell in love with the full body movement in every class along with the rehabilitative benefits, from there she was hooked and hasn't looked back since. Jennifer loves to focus on the prevention of injuries along with rehabilitation, but every class will surely be a fun workout!

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  Jen Latino

  Instructor

  Jen was introduced to pilates in 2011 during a physical therapy session after an accident where she was ejected from a vehicle. She fell in love with the pilates method because it made her feel even stronger than she was before the accident. She wanted to share that knowledge with everyone she knew, so she went through a comprehensive teacher training program in Santa Monica California before moving back to her hometown of Phoenix Arizona to start her teaching career. Outside of the studio Jen enjoys hiking, camping, and exploring the outdoors with her dog.