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Experience the professionalism and expertise of the premier Pilates teacher training facility in the Southeast. Instructors are taught to focus on the whole person. The goal is to utilize movement to develop the mind, body and spirit simultaneously. They are professional, knowledgeable and highly skilled. In addition to the Pilates choreography, Body Awareness Studios instructors strive to teach correct body mechanics and movement patterns. Instructors have a keen eye for detail and posses a strong knowledge of anatomy, both used to positively guide students. Our graduates are now teaching at many of the leading centers and health clubs in the region. Body Awareness Studios instructors are all comprehensively trained in Pilates, with additional movement backgrounds. While constantly updating their knowledge by attending classes, seminars and conferences in the fitness world, instructors are dedicated to meeting the individual needs of each student. To learn more about Teacher Trainings, please contact Sara Sammons-Ulmer at the studio, 404-252-7550. Body Awareness Studio Pilates Instructors Directors
Leslie Clayton Leslie Clayton is the founder and owner of Body Awareness. Since it's opening in 1993, Leslie has been commited to bringing the Body Awareness philosophy to the Atlanta community. Leslie has a professional ballet and modern dance background, as well as having Polarity Therapy and Polarity Yoga training, is a Reiki Energy Healer, and a Crystal Healer.
Donna Riley Donna Riley has a bachelor of fine arts degree in dance from Rutgers University and holds 5 nationally recognized certifications in the fitness field. For the past 20 years she has dedicated herself to studying various movement techniques and conditioning programs including ballet, modem dance, jazz, Pilates, Alexander, and physical therapy based rehabilitation exercises. Donna is gifted in the art of analyzing and teaching movement in a way that helps her clients understand and train their body on a deeper level than ever before. Donna has a profound level of respect for the body because she believes that it is the most exquisitely designed machine on earth. "I am passionate about helping people experience the thrill of being strong, flexible, balanced, and centered," she says. "This process begins with an awareness of the body as an integrated whole. Ultimately, my goal is for them to truly own and celebrate their bodies! I utilize a sensible and balanced approach so all my clients feel a sense of accomplishment and success." Donna's years of experience with dance and fitness combined with her creative, unique, and inspiring style helps to ensure that her clients discover the joy of movement. Donna is also the only Level V Meridian Flexibility & Strength Training Instructor in the Southeast.
Trina Bordere Trina Bordere is accredited to teach Pilates, a certified Gyrotonic® and Gyrokinesis® instructor and has been teaching in Atlanta and surrounding areas for the past 5 years. Her study of the Gyrotonic® and Gyrokinesis® methods has taken her across the U.S. and to Europe. With an ongoing dance career (thanks to Pilates and Gyrotonic®), Trina Bordere remains active, performing most recently in Spain. With over 12 years of dance and fitness teaching experience, she provides training for therapeutic to advanced fitness levels in both Pilates and Gyrotonic® and offers specialized training for pre-professional and professional dancers and athletes. Trained & Qualified Instructors
Elizabeth Brown Elizabeth Brown was awarded a Balanced Body Comprehensive Certificate of Completion and is a Balance Body Faculty Trainer. She has been teaching Pilates for over 12 years and has achieved Certifications as a Personal Trainer, Group Exercise Instructor, and Yoga Instruction. With over 21 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, she brings a wealth of knowledge to the science of movement. She previously worked in the medical field in several different capacities with a special emphasis in Neuroscience. Her passion for Pilates started 16 years ago while attending a workshop presented by Elizabeth Larkam. That weekend changed the course of her life, and began a lifelong desire to learn and teach Pilates. In addition, Elizabeth has attended Pilates Conferences with such noted instructors as Lolita San Miguel (1st generation instructor), Julian Littleford, Brent Anderson, and Rebecca Leone. She continues to study and take private and group lessons. She believes you must feel the work in your own body to be able to translate the work to clients. Elizabeth is passionate about Pilates and her ability to affect change in clients’ lives by teaching the integrated approach of the Pilates Method. She really enjoys helping people “get it,” or “feel the deep heat,” that comes from working from the core. She teaches with compassion and from the heart with an uplifted spirit. Her classes are energetic and fun, with attention to form and alignment.
Jeannine Corbell is a Body Awareness Studio authorized Pilates instructor, as well as a National Balanced Body Instructor Trainer, and combines her knowledge of dance and body conditioning in her classes. She received a degree in musical theater from the University of Frankfurt, Germany and performed, professionally, with the Gus Giordano Jazz Dance Company of Chicago. Jeannine was head of the dance department of St. Margarets Episcopal School in San Juan Capistrano, California and was on the dance faculty of Saddleback College in Mission Viejo, California. Jeannine is also a certified Gyrotonic teacher. Jeannine is also a Level I Meridian Flexibility & Strength Training Intern.
Jennifer Yellin has been approved and extensively trained by Body Awareness studio and holds a 500-hour Yoga certification. Her philosophy is:
Sara Sammons-Ulmer was first introduced to Pilates in 2001 while completing her BFA in interior design at the University of Georgia. After graduation, Sara began training to become a teacher because she wanted to share the amazing benefits of Pilates with others. Sara is a Lead Body Awareness Studio Instructor as well as a National Instructor Trainer for Balanced Body. She has been teaching Pilates for over 5 years and combines her knowledge of Pilates, anatomy, dance, and gymnastics to create effective programs for all her clients.
Peggy Brown is a recognized Body Awareness Studio and Balanced Body Pilates instructor, with extensive knowledge of the Pilates Mat, Reformer and Apparatus repertoire. She has been involved in Pilates since 2003. Focused, physical and mental training is part of Peggy’s lifestyle, in part, because of her extensive training in martial arts. Since 1989, she and her husband have had a Mixed Martial Arts program at the Ravinia Athletic Club in Atlanta. Her philosophy in teaching Pilates is to ‘make a difference’ with each person she works with. Her objective is to improve each person’s strength, flexibility, posture, overall fitness level and how they feel about themselves. Peggy is a Certified Exercise Technologist from the American College of Sports Medicine. She has an MBA and had a successful career as a Healthcare Professional.
Cory Garner became a student of Pilates six years ago while completing her BS in Industrial Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. Her classes utilize a blend of classic and contemporary Pilates philosophies. She views the Pilates Method of exercise as a vital component in the creation and maintenance of balance, strength, and efficient movement in the complex systems of the human body. Cory was trained in classic style Pilates and has done numerous continuing Education workshops at Body Awareness. She has also studied in Atlanta, Chattanooga, and Colorado. Cory is also a Level II Meridian Flexibility & Strength Training Intern.
Susan Frenzel is a graduate of Georgia State University with a B.A. in Theater & Dance. A former professional dancer, dance teacher & director/choreographer, Susan has been part of the fitness industry since 1983 & holds certifications in Group Fitness from AFAA, Personal Training from ACE & Pilates from PMA. She received her Pilates training from Polestar Pilates Education. Susan is a SilverSneakers Master Instructor, & an Instructor Coordinator for Healthways SilverSneakers, Inc."As a baby boomer I identify with anyone who feels challenged by joints that are not as young as they used to be. Pilates is made for us."
Marisa has since dedicated herself to work and studies in holistic fitness. Educated in anatomy and physiology, Marisa is also a certified Pilates instructor through Pilates Academy International. She is a certified personal trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine, a Registered Yoga Teacher through Yoga Alliance, and a certified BarSculpt Instructor. Marisa combines a technical knowledge of exercise prescription with a great love for people and an enthusiasm for bringing joy, if only in some small way, into her clients’ lives as they transform their bodies and uplift their spirits through fitness.
A graduate of the University of San Francisco with a Bachelors of Science in Psychology and a minor in Dance and Performing Arts, Michele has extensively studied and understands the mind/body connection. An advocate of wellbeing, Michele coaches her clients toward their goals from an approach of addressing their needs of the mind, body and soul which Michele believes are all necessary aspects to true well being.
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Michele LaVire is originally from Bloomfield Hills, Michigan where she obtained her full certification as a STOTT PILATES® Instructor at Equilibrium training center. Because of the high demand from clients requesting to train with her, she was offered a position on staff. Eventually, despite Michele’s love for her hometown, the long Michigan winters led her to Miami, FL. There she pursued her dreams and opened and co-owned a studio of her own called The Pilates Room. After many wonderful years as a studio owner, she has come to Atlanta to take the next step forward in her personal life in combination with her passion for focusing more on the overall well being of each individual client. Join us at
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as we master this human experience.
