Reformer Pilates -
Private, Duet, Trio lessons available
with a full range of Pilates equipment to enhance the experience
Cadillac, Chair, Barrel
Introductory offers
First visit, private evaluation $40
4 private lessons for $180
4 duet lessons for $120
over 30 years of practice
The Why
I believe in meeting my students where they are. It is never too late to begin this journey of longevity, mind body connection and strengthening.
My return to home during the pandemic allowed me to prioritize family and deepen my engagement with Pilates and Yoga. Now settled on my farm in Blue Ridge Summit, PA, I endeavor to embody the belief that a steady practice enhances the mind-body connection and contributes to longevity and anti-aging. The decision to embrace a quieter life, has created a profound internal shift towards prioritizing community well-being and personal fulfillment. I look forward to sharing the medicine of Pilates with you.
Deeper Dive
While I am still a movie producer at heart I feel very lucky to be able to also embrace and share my enthusiasm for Pilates....what Joseph Pilates called Body Contrology!
I’ve been practicing Pilates for nearly as long as I've been making films... over 30 years, having studied in Los Angeles under Licea Perea and Siri Dharma Galiano - both of whom received their certification from Romana Kryzanowska. I also had the great benefit of having worked for several years with Karen Quick of Live Arts LA who studied with Ron Fletcher. My training is traditional and I feel fortunate to have mentors taught directly by "Pilates Elders" (first generation teachers who studied directly under Joseph and Clara Pilates.)
During the pandemic, I put a pause on the hectic film career I’d successfully pursued to permanently relocate back to the area to care for my parents. During this time I decided formalize my Pilates training; completing all levels of Balanced Body Mat and Reformer work (332 hours). Currently, I am working to complete my Comprehensive Instructor Training which includes additional Pilates equipment (Barrel, Chair, Cadillac) intended to enhance the benefits of the Reformer Pilates regimen. I’ve completed 200 hours of Yoga Teacher Training with Yoga Farm Ithaca and am currently studying Level 1 Qi Gong.
” Shelly has made my Pilates experience enjoyable. I am not athletic and a total beginner, every class I gain more confidence and I can feel my body and mind transforming.” Mikela, Student
