Committed to the Classical Method
The Classical Method is Joseph Pilates original method. Classical Pilates is a unique and indivisible system based on an ordered and corrective sequence of exercises which flow from one to the other. Modifications are available for those that need it but other modalities or random exercises are not required to be added to the system itself as it is cohesive and intelligent and helps the body to repair itself.
Our Team
Stephanie Garner
Stephanie Garner did her first comprehensive teacher training program that focused on contemporary Pilates and taught for several years. However, the first studio she went to work in taught the classical method. After being reintroduced to Pilates and its original teaching Stephanie completed the classical Romana’s International Teacher Training Program.
Stephanie has been teaching since 2018 working with a variety of clients from those who are healthy looking to build strength and mobility, to injuries, pre and post rehab, pre and post natal.
Owner
Stacy Bazemore
Stacy Bazemore is a Peak Pilates comprehensively certified instructor, trained under Sonje Mayo, and a National Certified Pilates Teacher. She is an active instructor with the Authentic Pilates Union and an ambassador for Pilates Avatar.
A lifelong dancer and educator, Stacy's career has included performing, coaching, choreographing, judging competitions, and teaching dance at every level—from youth programs to national champion teams. After years of teaching high-impact fitness classes, she developed chronic back pain and believed limiting movement was the only solution.
Everything changed when she discovered classical Pilates. Through its methodical approach to movement, she overcame pain, improved her body mechanics, and regained confidence in movement. Today, Stacy is passionate about helping clients move better, feel stronger, and live pain-free through the transformative power of Pilates.
Instructor
Ally is a native of Birmingham and after attending Randolph-Macon Woman’s College she lived and worked abroad. She finally settled back in Birmingham and worked as a Spanish teacher and school administrator for many years. While pregnant with her daughter, she began practicing yoga, then took a break from it when her kids were young. As her children got older, life got busier, and having consistent low back pain, she decided it was time to start practicing again. A passion for yoga began…
Her teaching experience and passion for yoga led her to marry the two – she attended 200 hour yoga teacher training Rishikesh Yogpeeth in Rishikesh, India. The depth of her training included asanas (poses), yoga philosophy, anatomy, meditation and pranayama breathing. She is eager to share her passion for yoga as a way to not only build strength but to connect the mind and body. On weekends and evenings, you can find her spending time with her husband and two children.
InstructorAlly Leonard
Kristi is a Certified Pilates Instructor who completed a 500-hour comprehensive Pilates certification program including the Reformer, Cadillac RTC, Mat, Springboard, EXO Chair, Ladder Barrel, Spine Corrector, TRX, Functional Standing Movement and Myofascial Release through Balanced Body.
Kristi is also TPI Certified (TPI Level 1 and Fitness Level 2) and will help you drive the ball farther, improve flexibility and minimize pain. When Kristi is not training clients, she enjoys playing golf, practicing Pilates, cycling, paddleboarding and spending time with her nephews and her French Bulldogs
InstructorKristi Thornton
Ginny first discovered Pilates when recovering from a hamstring repair. She quickly realized it was the perfect cross training regimen to strengthen her core, tone and stretch her body as well as focus her mind. Having a great outcome from practicing Pilates, Ginny became an advocate for the benefits of Pilates and obtained her Mat Pilates Certification from Vitality Studio Method in Atlanta. She is actively working on her comprehensive certification with Joel Cosby at Vitality Studio by learning the original work of Joseph Pilates through Classical Pilates Educational Coursework. Ginny enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. When she is not teaching, she loves hiking, walking her dog (Belle), reading and playing tennis. As an instructor, Ginny has a great appreciation for Pilates adaptability and being able to meet her clients at their current level and create a program to meet their specific personal needs. Ginny has over 600 hours of teaching, training, and study. She has completed Level 1 & 2 of the comprehensive classical Pilates system certification from Joel Crosby of Vitality Method Studio in Atlanta.
InstructorGinny Webb
Sabrina’s Pilates journey began prior to her freshman year of college. Eager to find something new, she quickly realized that Pilates was what she needed to rehabilitate her body from a life of playing soccer. This grew into a deeper love for the holistic benefits of practicing Pilates, so she completed a contemporary 600-hour Comprehensive Teacher Training program while finishing her undergraduate degree in Atlanta, Georgia. After finding the true roots of Pilates through the Classical repertoire, she went through a comprehensive Classical “Bridge” program providing her the knowledge of Joseph’s original work and how to apply this from body to body, for optimal physical development. She has specialized training for pre and post-natal bodies. Ultimately, Sabrina believes that through the Classical method, you are truly able to have a complete mind-body connection and is eager to help all people achieve this.
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