A reintroduction to Pilates Native: Who we are and what we do

Hi there, what’s up, what’s going on, how are you?  

Somehow it’s already mid-September. My kiddo started 7th grade, the front yard grass removal and pollinator garden is (finally) finished, the studio’s painted, and I managed to majorly botch a logo decal install. 😅 After a whirlwind summer of trails, dirty finger nails and back-to-school chaos, September feels like a great place to land, take a breath and reset.

With new folks joining us in the studio and regulars finding their groove again, now feels like the perfect time to reintroduce ourselves.

So hey, hi!  Welcome to Pilates Native.  I’m so glad you’re here.

🌿 What We’re About

Pilates Native is all about making movement work for your body. We specialize in helping people with injuries, hypermobility and hEDS, prenatal and postnatal needs, athletes, and anyone who wants to move with more strength and less pain.

Our sessions focus on learning how your body works, building core strength, and creating movement patterns you can use in real life. Whether you’re training for the trails, bouncing back after pregnancy, managing an injury, or just tired of waking up achy, we’ve got you covered.

We are also deeply committed to training quality instructors with real world experience.

🤝 Who We Are

Rubecca – Owner, Pilates Instructor, FST Stretch Therapist

Engineer turned Pilates teacher, studio owner, stretch therapist and forever student of movement. I built Pilates Native to make Pilates more accessible to more people.  I spend an incredible amount of time geeking out about the body, movement, sports and brains.

Sessions with me will feel delightfully weird, thoughtful, and peppered with fun science facts.  While I probably won’t remember right from left or count properly to 8, I will genuinely care about your progress and recovery.

Laura – Pilates + Thai Yoga/Massage

Originally from Buffalo, Laura brings a strong direct teaching style to the studio. While she’s got an eye for those small details and excels at the foundations, she also brings the heat.  Laura will mindfully take you past your comfort zone while keeping it safe and playful.  She has a knack for spotting exactly what your body needs and taking you there.  

Pilates sessions with Laura feel like a fiery mix of tough love and woo-woo magic.  They’re straight forward, challenging and super fun.  Laura’s Thai Yoga sessions are an incredibly relaxing blend of stretch, massage and energy work that can’t be matched.

Allison – Our newest instructor

Allison is warm, encouraging, and full of energy.   She trained with Pilates Native/Pilates Plus and has started offering sessions at Pilates Native. She’s already developed a reputation for fun, safe sessions that help clients feel confident in their Pilates practice.

Sessions with Allison feel like moving with your best cheerleader at your side.  These sessions are fun, encouraging, and confidence-boosting from start to finish.

Isabella – Virtual Assistant

Isabella first joined Pilates Native as a student client, then an intern and now supports the studio as our virtual assistant. She’s on the path to becoming a professional ballerina and between her ballet trainings and real job in California,  Isabella handles all of our booking, creates graphics, and helps keeps things organized behind the scenes.  

She is one of the few people who can read Rubecca’s handwriting, meaning she will probably have to stay on the team forever.

Roscoe – El Jefe

The real boss of the studio and our four-legged mascot.

Roscoe is great at greeting clients, warming up mats, providing balance challenges and occasionally supervises classes between naps.

🪷 What We Offer

Here’s a quick list of everything you’ll find at our studio:

Private Pilates sessions – one-on-one support, fully tailored to your goals.

Duets – train with a friend, partner, or family member. These two-person sessions give you the personal attention of privates with the fun and motivation of working alongside someone you know.

Small-group equipment classes – blends of reformer, tower, chair, and mat with no more than 3-4 folks per class.

FST Stretch Therapy + Thai Yoga Massage – assisted stretching that helps you release tension and move with more ease.

Special Pop-Ups & Community Classes – monthly themed sessions and events that keep things fresh and fun.

Special Populations Expertise – we work with athletes, hypermobile/hEDS clients, prenatal & postnatal parents, men, and student athletes. Sessions are available in-studio or over Zoom.

Comprehensive Pilates Instructor Training – A 450-hour comprehensive program for those who want to go deeper, whether your goal is to teach or just to understand Pilates on a whole new level. We’re proud to train the next generation of knowledgeable, detail-oriented instructors.

🌟 What Makes Us Different

There are plenty of places to do Pilates, enjoy Stretch Therapy, or enroll in Pilates Teacher Training.  Here’s what sets us apart:

• Engineer’s Eye for Detail – I’m not just a Pilates instructor; I’m also a Mechanical Engineer with 15 years of QA/QC experience. That background means I notice the small details: alignment, breath, muscle engagement. Those refinements are what transform a good session into a game-changing one.
  

• Equipment for Every Body – Our reformers, towers, and chairs are adaptable for a wide range of bodies, heights, and abilities. We make sure the equipment works for you, not the other way around.

• Small + Personal –Whether it’s group class or Instructor Training, we keep things intentionally small so you get real attention and support while also enjoying being a part of a small community.

• Specialized Knowledge – From athletes to prenatal/postnatal clients, to hypermobility and hEDS, we have the training and experience to help you move safely and effectively.

• Stretch + Strength – We don’t just build core strength.  We balance strength with recovery through stretch therapy, Thai yoga massage, and mindful movement.

• Trauma-Informed Studio – We honor that every body carries its own story. Our instructors are mindful, respectful, and committed to creating a safe, supportive environment for movement.

• Clear + Upfront Pricing & Policies – No hidden fees, confusing memberships, or fine print. We’re transparent about what things cost and how we operate, so you always know what to expect.

• Instructor Training That Sets the Bar – Our program is rigorous, detail-focused, and built on real-world application. Every teacher we mentor learns how to work with diverse bodies, injuries, and special populations.  Our program utilizes real clients as demo students and tuition is all inclusive.  Everything needed to certify is covered.

🌟 Why We Do It

Every instructor on our team came to Pilates because of injury or chronic pain. We know what it’s like to be in pain, to feel limited, and to be told what our bodies can and can’t do. Pilates gave each of us a way to rebuild and gave us a safe place to move when everything else felt impossible, scary or too hard.  For each of us, Pilates has been the key that lets us keep lifting, running, hiking, dancing, doing yoga, and all of our other fun hobbies.

Whether you’re recovering, training, or just trying to feel less achy, we’ve been there, and we know how helpful Pilates and Stretch can be.

🍂 Come Hang Out

If you’ve been Pilates or Stretch curious or you’ve taken a break and want to get back to it, September’s a great time to jump in and try class, book a stretch, or just pop in and say hi.  If you’re interested in Instructor Training, let’s chat!  We have opportunities to start training in October or January.

Looking forward to seeing you in the studio soon!

-Rubecca