Alexa Bender, Pilates Instructor

Alexa thrives on the notion that no two bodies are alike, and is excited by the challenge of finding new ways to guide clients toward a deeper practice that is tailored to their specific needs. She enjoys educating her clients on the benefits and reasons for the exercises she is teaching in a class, so they can feel empowered and motivated in their practice. Alexa knows the importance of balancing strength with flexibility in order to keep the body healthy and safe. Alexa's one goal for our clients, is to have the client walk out feeling better than when he or she walked in. 

Allegra Lopez, Pilates Instructor PMA® - NCPT

Allegra has had the pleasure of teaching at Mind Your Body since 2006 and is our Pre- and Post-Natal specialty instructor. She teaches a variety of clientele, ranging in levels and is often found doing her own (Advanced Practice) in the studio. Allegra is a client favorite and books rather quickly because she focuses on specific alignment, body awareness, and developing core strength, and encourages this to be part of daily life. She has a hands-on approach, supportive, patient, yet persistent. 
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Arielle Medina, Pilates Instructor

Arielle wants her clients to build a movement vocabulary for everyday exercises that can help in their daily routines. She is a living testimony to Pilates; seeing how her body has changed throughout every stage of her Practice. She wants all of our clients to have a better sense of body awareness after each session/class. Arielle is your “cheerleading” instructor who celebrates your biggest and smallest achievements together. Classically and formerly trained as a student of Pilates, she will take you through the steps needed to help you achieve your goals and go far beyond your movement expectations.

Caitlyn Morgan, Pilates Instructor

Caitlyn appreciates the concept that Pilates works all the muscles and improves posture and well-being for all. With minimum effort and maximum results, she enjoys the journey most experienced with the Pilates methodology. Caitlyn teaches with precision and flow with a pleasant approach. She understands the need for a consistent practice to aid in physical change. Being a professional dancer, Caitlyn knows that movement truly improves the quality of one’s life. She has made her home at Mind Your Body and is a class favorite!

​James Duus, Pilates Instructor

​While working with James, one can expect to focus on the basic fundamentals of physical fitness. He encourages broad concepts and increases the details with practice. James guides each client with a hands-on approach to help releasing and letting go while working for maximum results free of tension. James has enjoyed his twelve years at Mind Your Body and his warm, positive demeanor makes it easy to keep a consistent Pilates practice.  James is trained in Activated Isolated Stretch and with approval, will convert a Pilates lesson to an AI session.

Jillianna Richcrick, Pilates Instructor

Jillianna's love for Pilates is supported by her passion for education. Clients can expect a challenging but safe full body workout at any level, as Jilly will adapt to a client's specific needs or "body mood" for the day, and work toward one's farthest goals. With Jilly, our clients are reminded to enjoy the physical journey, that the mind control precedes muscular control. Jilly holds several trainings and also loves Mind Your Body’s family spirit and devotion to Continuing Education. Jilly is a consummate athlete and former dancer, and her work reflects her dedication to the serious athlete or the novice.

Josephine Chung, Pilates Instructor

​Jo has trained extensively in New York to master her Pilates training. She focuses on details, alignment and principles. Jo began her career as a competitive athlete and understands how Pilates can catapult one's fitness level as well as to help to recover quickly from or to avoid injuries. Josephine thrives on connecting with her clients, and keeping them motivated by teaching Pilates as a practice, similar to how an athlete would train; by repetition and discipline. Jo incorporates her Yoga training when it is suitable for the individual.

Laura Anders, Pilates Instructor

Through a mixture of classical and contemporary Pilates, Laura focuses on how everyday movement can improve through corrective practice. She customizes each workout for the individual based on long term goals as well as how one is feeling that day. Laura brings focus to her clients’ minds through corrective and specific exercises, pushes clients to new limits and helps all her clients feel good in their bodies. Laura creates a calming environment making the Pilates practice safe for all resulting in a positive and productive workout space.

Suzanne Oliver, Pilates Instructor

​Suzanne has been on both sides of the reformer at MYB; first as a client beginning over ten years ago, and now as an instructor, having trained with studio owner Gail Giovanniello since 2020. Pilates has helped improve her performance on the tennis court and ski trails, and appreciates the opportunity to help clients reach their own movement goals using the range of tools and exercises available in the Pilates system to improve strength, control, and body awareness. She has worked with many clients with special conditions including osteoporosis, debilitation due to stroke, and recent surgeries.

Tori Mazzacone, Gyrotonic Instructor

Tori worked with Alonzo King LINES Ballet BFA program, which is in association with San Francisco GYROTONIC®. There, she received extensive training in GYROTONIC® and GYROKINESIS®. Tori focuses on details with her clients so that they can get the most challenging and authentic GYROTONIC® experience as possible. Though Tori is serious about the GYROTONIC® method’s integrity, Tori always focuses on the needs of her clients, addressing what he or she may want to accomplish throughout their GYROTONIC® practice. You can expect to exceed your body’s potential, smile, and feel rejuvenated after a session with her.