I was first introduced to Pilates through dance. I was told that Pilates would help give me the strength and alignment necessary to improve my dance technique. It didn’t take long for me to realize that the benefits of Pilates went deeper than simply helping me dance. It creates an awareness that ensures that my body is well-rounded: strong, mobile, aligned, efficient, and connected. No matter what my body has done outside of the studio (cardio exercise, dancing, walking, etc.) I know that when I come into the Pilates studio I will leave with a healthier, well-balanced body. Pilates is designed to work with each individual body and is adaptable to each individual need. It can be as rigorous as it can be therapeutic. It has made me a stronger, more precise dancer, has helped me prevent injuries, and overall has improved my day-to-day life.

Elizabeth Huntley is an Classically/Authentically trained Pilates Instructor. Her dance training is in modern release technique, Limón, and Ballet. She has studied dance, education, and Pilates at Appalachian State University. She gained her Pilates certification from Penelope Barrow (2nd generation Pilates instructor) and has attended Pilates workshops from Mejo Wiggin, Blossom Leilani Crawford, and Jay Grimes. Elizabeth also continues to develop her dance training by attending release technique workshops at LaCantera in Mexico City, Mexico and teacher training workshops through the José Limón Foundation New York City, New York. She is a dancer, dance teacher, Pilates instructor, and exercise enthusiast. She teaches dance technique, improvisational dance, somatic dance, Pilates, and is an active Pilates practitioner who wishes nothing more than to help you begin or continue your Pilates practice.