Club Pilates

Bios

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  Meghan Jackson

  Meghan's introduction to the Pilates Method began in 1993 while doing physical therapy for a dance injury. Recognizing the magic of the method, and with no studios yet in the area, Meghan practiced the mat work with her dance partner Luis Bravo, whose teacher was an original student of Joseph Pilates. In 1996 she discovered Body Precision Pilates where she would begin her journey to become an instructor. Meghan has over 25 years experience teaching movement. Along with a 12 year career in classical ballet, Meghan holds a Master's Degree in Dance/Movement Therapy from Hahnemann University, received her comprehensive certification in Pilates from Body Precision Pilates in 2001 and her 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training from Dhyana Yoga in 2014. She opened her own studio in 2001. Meghan's experience in watching how the body moves has enabled her to work with a wide variety of clients including professional athletes, post rehabilitative clients, and those with Multiple Sclerosis, Fibromyalgia, and other movement challenges.

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  Margo Longo

  Owner and Instructor

  Margo Longo first discovered Club Pilates alongside her husband in February 2017. They opened the first Club Pilates Studio in Frazer, Pennsylvania on July 231st, 2017. Margo is a Registered Dental Hygienist. Her passion for health and fitness is demonstrated through her passion for dental and physical health and well being. Margo trained through the Club Pilates system as a Pilates Instructor. She currently teaches on Tuesday's and on Thursday morning. "Being in the studio and talking with our members is a favorite part of my week" says Margo Margo's favorite pastimes are cycling and Pilates, travel and community outreach. She resides In Chester Springs with Randy, together they have 5 children and 2 grandchildren.

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  Ruby Telthorster

  In December 2008, Ruby graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from West Chester University. During her time as a student she began teaching young children’s dance classes. While teaching these classes, Ruby discovered her true passion, became a Certified Pilates Instructor, and decided to make a career from the things she enjoys. She received Pilates Mat Certification from Pilates Body Center in October 2009 and Pilates Equipment Certification in February 2012. Ruby teaches Pilates mat and equipment classes at many local area studios. When Ruby isn't teaching, she is most likely cooking or hiking with her husband!

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  Valerie Grant

  Valerie has been teaching fitness and presenting at conferences internationally for over 25 years, and delights in seeing the "light bulb” moment in all of her students. Her professional experience includes working at prestigious clubs throughout the Philadelphia area, including her own studio, The Posture Coach. In 2010, she was awarded “Best Posture Coach” by Philadelphia Magazine. She specializes in taking the elusive tenets of The Feldenkrais Method to the fitness world and making them obvious by sharing practical tips for both group fitness and personal trainers to use in every class or session. An adjunct teacher at Delaware County Community College, Main Line Adult School, and Drexel University, her specialties include relating to students of all ages, turning perceived disabilities through mind-body. An instructor for American Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid CPR, Valerie also programs and leads mind-body retreats worldwide, supporting her charities of choice. Certifications: ACE (CPT), AFAA (GFI), Pilates Method Alliance (PMA) and Guild of Certified Feldenkrais Practitioners (GCFP), American Red Cross Authorized Instructor.

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  Alison Kakarla

  Alison has always led an active lifestyle. She danced from an early age and has a minor in Dance from Penn State. She has also played various sports throughout her life. During her career as a traveling software consultant, she started exploring yoga and other mind-body practices to combat stress. At that time she was also an avid runner, and a dance related knee injury left her feeling increasingly imbalanced. Having danced, she had always heard of Pilates, so she decided to give it a try. Within a short period of time she felt stronger, more balanced, and became hooked. In 2005 she completed her Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Mat training in Annapolis, MD through Power Pilates, a classical training program. The following year she completed her comprehensive equipment training and began teaching around the Washington, DC area. In the years since she has also taught barre and various core fusion style classes. She hopes to help her students achieve greater body awareness, improve strength, and realize their bodies' fullest potential! When not teaching she is busy with her husband, three children and beagle.

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  Kimberly Lindquist

  Assistant General Manager and Instructor

  Kimberly was first introduced to Pilates by her sister when she was in high school. While in college she began taking mat and barre classes at a studio in Central Pennsylvania. In 2014, Kimberly began attending equipment classes in addition to her Mat Pilates practice. As a social worker, Pilates was not only a great form of exercise, but also a stress relief. After moving to the Malvern area, Kimberly began attending Club Pilates Frazer, and was trained through Club Pilates Teacher Training. Kimberly recently was promoted to Assistant General Manager and continues to teach classes in her new role at the Frazer studio. Pilates has been a great compliment to other aspects in Kimberly’s life- when she’s not in the studio, she enjoys activities like camping, hiking, and keeping up with her very active husband and dog.

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  Dina Rankin

  Instructor

  “When I went to school, they asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up, I wrote down ‘happy’. They told me I didn’t understand the assignment, and I told them they didn’t understand life.”-John Lennon In everything Dina has explored in her life, she has always really enjoyed human connection. Being passionate about fitness and nutrition were a huge piece of that connection. Believing that when people find an exercise that they “stick” with, it makes a big difference. Pilates made a difference in her life, realizing the impact she could make on others it seemed like the natural next step. Dina completed her 500 hour Comprehensive Certification from Club Pilates Teacher Training. She has been practicing Pilates for over 10 years, through videos, books and local studios. She also has 100 hours of Yoga training. She graduated from University of the Arts in Philadelphia with a BFA in Photography, and taught there as well. She has photographed weddings for over 20 years and still works as a Freelance Photographer. Dina loves to spend time with her husband, 2 growing boys, dog & cat and goes on hikes in Valley Forge Park.

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  Rebecca McCann

  Instructor

  Rebecca took her first Pilates class in January 2018 and immediately became hooked. She previously studied yoga, PiYo and was an avid runner. Rebecca’s passion for Pilates led her to the instructor training program offered through Club Pilates. As an instructor, she hopes to share her passion for Pilates with everyone, and share her enthusiasm with her students.

• Anne Schuster

  Instructor