Peak Pilates

Peak Pilates Education ›› Meet Our Trainers

Robin Beck Robin Beck
Carbondale, Colorado

Robin Beck, a Colorado native, graduated with honors from The University of Colorado in 1994 with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Kinesiology. In 1997 she received a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from Regis University in Denver . In 2000, she became a Certified Pilates Instructor after completing her study at the Pilates Center of Boulder. From her perspective as a Physical Therapist, Robin has recognized and embraced the teachings of Joseph H. Pilates as an efficient, effective and patient friendly means to provide rehabilitative physical therapy, as well as full body conditioning. The results enjoyed by her patients and clients have been impressive. In addition to her professional role as a Physical Therapist and Pilates Instructor, Robin has also served as a sales representative for Peak Pilates®.

Connie Borho Connie Borho
Bradenton, Florida

Connie Borho has over 20 years of experience in the health and fitness industry. As a group exercise instructor and personal trainer certified by both ACE and AFAA, Connie implemented and managed group exercise programs for various health and fitness clubs in New York before focusing entirely on mind-body fitness. With two certifications in Yoga and a 500 hour RYT with Yoga Alliance, Connie has studied with and assisted many popular yoga teachers. She has extensive experience in the area of pre/post natal exercise, and is a respected continuing education provider in this area. As owner of Balance Pilates and Yoga Centers in Florida, and Teacher Trainer for Peak Pilates, Connie is passionate about inspiring her students to health and wellbeing through mind-body exercise.

Cameron Macdonald Cameron Macdonald
Annapolis, Maryland

Cameron Macdonald received her Pilates Certification from the acclaimed Pilates Center in Boulder, Co. in 1999. With over 20 years experience in the Health and Fitness Industry, as an aerobics instructor, personal trainer and manager of many health clubs, Cameron found her calling with The Pilates Method. In 2003, she was invited to join the Peak Pilates Education Team. She is recognized for her knowledge of the Classical Method, and known for her passion for Pilates and compassion for teaching teachers. Cameron owns PrecisionPilates located in Annapolis, Maryland. With views of the Annapolis Harbour and the Chesapeake Bay, PrecisionPilates acts as a working studio, a host site for Peak Pilates Certifications, as well as an education center for all Pilates Instructors.

Pamela Garcia Pamela Garcia
Boston, Massachusetts

A teacher trainer with Peak Pilates and Education Coordinator for Clare Dunphy’s Progressive Bodyworks, Pamela’s passion is contagious. Pam was introduced to Pilates in 1970 as a young competitive gymnast and came back to Pilates after pursuing a career in international trade and starting a family. She completed her comprehensive certification in 1998 through the Physicalmind Institute of New York. Forever a student of Pilates, Pamela continues her studies by participating in workshops and conventions with the Elders and Masters in Pilates as well as taking lessons from second generation teachers.

Lynn Enos Lynn Enos
Hanover, Massachusetts

Lynn Enos has combined her love of movement with her background in education in becoming a teacher trainer with Peak Pilates. A valuable asset to New England’s Peak Trainer team, Lynn holds a BS in Education and has been involved in the fitness field for over 20 years as an aerobics instructor, personal trainer and former Master Trainer for Resist-a-ball. She discovered Pilates in 2000, first obtaining a Stott mat certification followed by a comprehensive certification though Power Pilates. She presently teaches at Gold's Gym in Needham, Massachusetts and Pure Pilates in Hanover, Massachusetts. Lynn teaches with confidence and clarity instilling the same qualities to her students, whether it is her private clients or new instructors. She loves to see students succeed and surpass their expectations of themselves.

Kimberlie Barrett Kimberlie Barrett
Bozeman, Montana

Kim has been an Ambassador of Peak Pilates since 2003. She is the owner of Peak Bodies Pilates in Bozeman, Montana, one of the Peak Pilates US Training Centers. Named as one of the top Personal Trainers in the Country by Vogue Magazine in 1995, Kim attracts individuals who seek out her experience, charisma and commitment to excellence. She has been a fitness professional for over 20 years. Kim started her study of Pilates under Colleen Glenn and was certified in 1996, by The PhysicalMind Institute.

Shauna Laszlo Shauna Laszlo
West Yellowstone, Montana

For the last six years Shauna Laszlo has owned and instructed at Body Dynamics Pilates & Dance Studio in West Yellowstone, Montana. She recently opened a second studio in Ennis, Montana. Her certification is through Good Body's Pilates System under the guidance of Colleen Glenn and Kimberlie Barrett. During the Summer Shauna teaches the West Yellowstone Smoke Jumpers and the Gallatin Forest Service in their physical training. She also works with the High School sports teams teaching them the benefits of Pilates.

Missy Becker-Noll Missy Becker-Noll
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Missy Becker has been actively involved in the fitness industry since 1976. Missy has choreographed and appeared in the videos "Jig Don’t Jog", "Super Jamz" and "Aging Well - Exercises for Seniors". Most recently, she has provided personal training for members of the Duquesne Club Health and Fitness Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In 1990 Missy developed Stretch for Safety ®, a pre-work flexibility program designed to help prevent injury in the workplace. Missy owns The Pines Studio for Pilates in Wexford, PA, a licensed training center for Peak Pilates. The Pines Studio offers comprehensive trainings as well as educational workshops.

Barbara (Niki) Harris Barbara (Niki) Harris
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Barbara (aka Niki Harris) began a 25 years association with Tommy Tune in her Broadway debut A Day in Hollywood - A Night in the Ukraine as the Famous Feet. Other Broadway shows: My One and Only, Cats, A Chorus Line, Grand Hotel and The Best Little Whorehouse Goes Public. Barbara was selected Best Director of 2001 by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette for her production of Grand Hotel at Point Park College. On location in New Zealand for the film trilogy Lord of the Rings, Barbara was the personal trainer for Liv Tyler and Miranda Otto. Barbara is a Peak Certified Teacher Trainer.

Clare Dillon-Palma Clare Dillon-Palma
Greenville, South Carolina

A lifelong passion for fitness and athletics lead Clare to a B.A. in Physical Education and a M.A. in Applied Physiology. Since 1978, Clare has been involved in almost every aspect of the fitness and wellness field. Clare was a competitive runner with the Atoms Track Club in Brooklyn, New York before moving to California and eventually relocating to Greenville, SC. Clare runs for fun and fitness and stays busy with her 3 children. Clare was instrumental in bringing Pilates to Greenville. Clare opened the first Pilates of Greenville Studio in 2000.

Nancy Hurd Nancy Hurd
Austin, Texas

Nancy Hurd received her BFA in Dance and her MED in Dance Education from Arizona State University. She is certified through The Good Body's Pilate System under Colleen Glenn. Additionally, Nancy is certified in The Gyrotonic Expansion System®, Gyrokinesis®, and Pilates for Golf. She is listed in Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers and is a member of The Pilates Method Alliance. Nancy is the director and owner of The Austin Pilates Barn.

Julie Williams Julie Williams
Houston, Texas

Julie Williams has an extensive background in dance with more than 20 years of body movement experience. She obtained her BFA in Dance and Choreography from California State University, Long Beach. Comprehensively certified in the Pilates Method through numerous companies including; Power Pilates of New York, Peak Pilates, and Gold Certified through The Pilates Method Alliance, Julie is founder of Pilates Educator, a business strictly focusing on quality continuing education and personalized student mentoring. Throughout her years of teaching Julie has been the director of many professional Pilates studios and fitness facilities across the nation. Julie has trained professional athletes including Olympic medalists and currently is Director of Pilates at BodyBusiness, a health and fitness facility in Austin, TX. She is actively involved in many nationally recognized fitness organizations including the Pilates Method Alliance, THRSA and the Yoga Alliance to name a few.

Cherry Herzog Cherry Herzog
Fort Worth, Texas

Cherry is a life-long fitness enthusiast and teacher whose background includes instruction in aerobic dance, step, kick-boxing, weight training and Pilates. Cherry’s experience and skill has made her a sought after trainer in the Arlington area. Pilates has been her area of expertise since 1997 and currently she is the head Pilates teacher/trainer for The Greenhouse Spa, YMCA, and of course her business at Velociti Fitness League of Arlington.

Madonna Bauch Madonna Bauch
Houston, Texas

Madonna is certified for Pilates mat and equipment instruction through the Good Body ’s Pilates System under Colleen Glenn. She is a member of the Pilates Method Alliance and continues her education through PMA workshops and conferences. She holds a BFA in Dance from University of Texas at Austin . Her passion for dance keeps her dancing professionally with the local dance companies in Houston . She is currently a Pilates instructor at the Houstonian Lite Health Club.

Melody Morton Melody Morton
Houston, Texas

Melody’s passion and message is to bring out the potential that each of us has to offer. In 2002 Melody opened The Good Space Pilates & Yoga Studio in Houston, TX.  The Good Space has been a Peak Pilates Host Training facility since 2003, as well as an education center for all Pilates instructors. Melody is a Peak Pilates Level I Teacher Trainer and is Comprehensively trained by Colleen Glenn under ThePilatesSystem. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Modern Dance from U of H-CL, is co-founder of the Pilates Association of Houston, a member of the PMA and THRSA. She has been featured in the Houston Chronicle's ‘Faces in the Crowd,’ Pilates Style, Total Body Magazine, Envy, OO2 Magazine, and Houston Family Magazine.  In addition, she is recurring guest on Great Day Houston and Outlook Houston morning shows.