STOTT Pilates® Fully Certified
Authorized Scolio-Pilates® Practitioner
B.F.A. in Dance from Florida State University
Michelle is a dancer turned rock climber who's journeyed through a myriad of injuries. Pilates became her sanctuary, aiding in her healing process by managing pain and restoring balance to her body. Certified through STOTT PILATES® and specializing in scoliosis as an Authorized Scolio-Pilates® Practitioner, she brings a unique blend of expertise to each session.
With a background steeped in dance and movement, she offers dynamic, full-bodied sessions infused with levity and laughter. Her passion lies in motivating individuals through appropriately challenging exercises, harnessing the mind-body connection to propel them towards their goals, be it rehabilitation or fitness. While working with people of all different ages and abilities, she encourages individuals to find wellness; improving strength, alignment, and awareness through movement education. She appreciates and embraces everyone’s differences in anatomy, personality, and learning style; therefore designing sessions tailored for the individual, allowing for optimal progression.
Her unique experience enables her to work with a broad range of populations, including those with injuries and special needs such as scoliosis, pre-and post-natal, osteoporosis, knee and hip replacements, spinal fusions, disk herniations, labral tears, arthritis, and chronic low back pain. Scoliosis holds a special place in her heart, and she is dedicated to empowering both adults and children through the Scolio-Pilates® method. By focusing on elongation, breath, and strength, we pave the path to a more active life with improved pain management, posture, and function.
With over 15 years of Pilates teaching experience and a commitment to continuing education, Michelle is thrilled to embark on this journey with you, whether it's for rehabilitation or a vigorous workout, she is excited to work with you!
Madeline Black Method 5-day Intensive
Pilates Adaptations for Scoliosis Based on the Teachings of the Schroth Method
CoreAlign® 1: Foundations for Rehabilitation Professionals
BioSomatic Approach -Scoliosis and the Need for Increased Mobility with Carol Welch
Working with Common Shoulder Pathologies with Cara Reeser
Therapeutic Pilates Foot & Gait with Melanie Byford-Young
Pelvic Floor Health with Dr. Meredith Brezinski
Oov Fundamentals
STOTT PILATES® Programming for Scoliosis Management
STOTT PILATES® Programming for Osteoporosis Management
STOTT PILATES® Prenatal Pilates
STOTT PILATES® Postnatal Pilates
STOTT PILATES® Flexion-Free Workshop
STOTT PILATES® Cervical Spine
STOTT PILATES® The Shoulder Girdle: Equipment Programming for Stability & Function
STOTT PILATES® The Knee: Equipment Programming for Stability & Function
STOTT PILATES® Athletic Conditioning on Stability Cushions™
STOTT PILATES® Athletic Conditioning on the Cardio-Tramp® Rebounder
STOTT PILATES® Stability Chair™ Flow Workout
STOTT PILATES® Assessment & Warm up for Foundational Movement
STOTT PILATES® Reformer for Men
ZEN*GA Fascial Fitness: Exploring Arm Lines
Polestar Pilates Practitioner
National Pilates Certification Program (NPCP)
Licensed GYROTONIC® Trainer
Licensed GYROKINESIS® Trainer
GYROTONIC® Applications for Dancers Level 1
GYROTONIC® Jumping-Stretching Board Course
GYROTONIC® Wingmaster
200-Hour RYT Vinyasa Yoga
Core Fusion
Figure 4
Flybarre
Amy brings over 25 years of experience in the movement profession, combining her background as a professional ballet dancer with extensive training in Pilates, GYROTONIC®, GYROKINESIS®, yoga, and barre.
A former principal and soloist Ballerina, Amy enjoyed a distinguished professional ballet career with Miami City Ballet, Ballet West, American Repertory Ballet, and Diablo Ballet. Her training established the foundation for her lifelong passion for movement, alignment, and body awareness.
With over two decades of teaching experience, Amy has worked in prestigious wellness environments, including Fisher Island Club in Miami, where she specialized in private and group instruction, developed innovative programming, and cultivated lasting relationships with clients.
Her teaching approach blends classical technique with mindful, intelligent movement, emphasizing proper alignment, strength, flexibility, breath work and overall well-being. Known for her personalized instruction and attention to detail, Amy creates a welcoming and supportive environment that encourages clients of all levels to move with confidence, ease, and greater body awareness.
Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher (NCPT)
Polestar® Pilates Comprehensive Pilates Program Graduate
Polestar® Mentor
Integrated Teacher Training Pilates, Comprehensive Program and Certification, A Body of Work Pilates
BA in Dance from the College of Creative Arts at San Francisco State University
Certified Rolfer™
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM™) Certified Personal Trainer
Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT® 200 HR)
Jessica was introduced to Pilates through aerial dance and has been ever grateful for its powerful effects on alignment, endurance, re-balancing and injury prevention. With nearly 20 years experience training Pilates and fitness, she has worked with clients ranging in age and abilities from post-rehab and pre/postnatal to competitive and professional-level athletes.
Also a certified Rolfer™, Jessica received her manual therapy education at the Dr. Ida Rolf Institute® where she expanded her ability to work more specifically with connective tissue, spinal biomechanics and more.
Jessica has a professional dance background, a BA in Dance, certifications in Yoga, Personal Training, and Pilates, and she has mentored for Polestar® Pilates comprehensive teacher-trainings. A lover of learning, she continues her education through workshops (Anatomy, Assessments, Scoliosis, Cadaver Labs, NeuroKinetic Therapy®, Springboard®, CoreAlign® I & II, OOV™, TRX®, Aerial apparatus) and is currently studying for a neurocentric fitness certification. With playful precision, she finds joy in sharing her love of movement with her clients while helping them reach their individual goals.