Maddie discovered Pilates in college after being diagnosed with scoliosis and quickly fell in love with it as a form of physical therapy. Determined to fix her spine herself, she got certified at 20 while still attending college. She saw the healing effects Pilates had on her own body and wanted to help others feel strong and confident as well. After graduating from Auburn University last spring, she moved to Atlanta to pursue her passion for Pilates.

I have always loved movement, trying everything from basketball, to track, to gymnastics since I was a kid. In college, I wanted to find more mindful movement and decided to pursue a 200hr Power Yoga Certificate. Through a studio I was teaching at was introduced to the reformer! I fell in love with the ability to move mindfully while adding resistance. The therapeutic ability of Pilates to achieve better physical and metal wellbeing of the practitioner is so important to me, as I’ve found it very healing myself.

Lexxi discovered Pilates after being involved in a hit & run car accident that left her with minor bursitis in one knee and a herniated disc in her lumbar spine. Before the accident, she enjoyed heavy weight lifting and cardio but was cautious about getting back into her routine and not interfering with chiropractic adjustments. And thus, her love for Pilates was born! She originally picked up Mat Pilates to learn more about the foundations until she took her first class at The Studio. The community The Studio has to offer from the exceptionally knowledgable instructors to a beautiful and peaceful space to move, she was inspired to become an Instructor. Lexxi completed her 500-hr Comprehensive Certification in Dec 2024 and she continues to learn, grow and find enjoyment within the Contrology that Pilates brings.

Maddie discovered Pilates in college after being diagnosed with scoliosis and quickly fell in love with it as a form of physical therapy. Determined to fix her spine herself, she got certified at 20 while still attending college. She saw the healing effects Pilates had on her own body and wanted to help others feel strong and confident as well. After graduating from Auburn University last spring, she moved to Atlanta to pursue her passion for Pilates.

Layah began her Pilates career through injury rehabilitation. After a major car accident she underwent multiple procedures over a period of 4 years, including a major spinal surgery during lockdowns. Pilates was the first thing she found that truly gave her relief, and helped her reclaim her life! She now has a passion for sharing the gift of Pilates with other people. Whether you are in your retirement years and working on functional mobility, or you’re an athlete looking for a high intensity but safe training regimen, her heart is to come alongside you and help you reach your goals. Because with a strong and healthy body, there’s nothing you cannot do!

Meet Frances, originally from a small town in Northern Wisconsin, she started her journey in the fitness industry in 2019 getting her personal training certification and health and wellness diploma. Frances moved to Georgia right after Covid in May 2020, that’s when she started taking her sister’s Pilates classes. She realized the benefits Pilates has for people with injuries and how supplementing it with strength training has soo many positive benefits. Frances jumped right into the teacher training. She has been teaching Pilates for almost two years (April 2021) now and loves working with people from all walks of life. Working on improving individuals balance, posture and core strength & stability. Frances loves making my classes flow & also making them challenging!

Meet Frances, originally from a small town in Northern Wisconsin, she started her journey in the fitness industry in 2019 getting her personal training certification and health and wellness diploma. Frances moved to Georgia right after Covid in May 2020, that’s when she started taking her sister’s Pilates classes. She realized the benefits Pilates has for people with injuries and how supplementing it with strength training has soo many positive benefits. Frances jumped right into the teacher training. She has been teaching Pilates for almost two years (April 2021) now and loves working with people from all walks of life. Working on improving individuals balance, posture and core strength & stability. Frances loves making my classes flow & also making them challenging!

Minj Suh has been practicing Pilates for nearly a decade and began teaching two years ago, after completing a comprehensive 500-hour training and apprenticeship program. She began Pilates during her recovery journey after a car accident left her with a knee injury. She found that Pilates helped with muscle tone, strength, and overall health. Minj Suh’s teaching style emphasizes alignment, core strength, and stability. She wants her clients to gain more body awareness during each session and mixes contemporary and classical Pilates teaching methods.