Instructors

Kimm Mahoney-Watson is Owner and Studio Director of Pilates Bodies Studio. She earned her Master’s Degree in Dance from the University of Oregon in Eugene and has taught Dance (ballet, modern, jazz, tap and dance theory classes), Pilates, T’ai Chi, and Mind/Body Education at Portland Community College since 1995. Additionally, Kimm’s background includes more than 30 years of teaching numerous forms of fitness training.

In 1998, Kimm received her Pilates training and certification from Second Generation Teacher, Michele Larsson of Core Dynamics Pilates. Core Dynamics is dedicated to continuing the work of First Generation Teacher Eve Gentry. Since receiving her Pilates Certification, Kimm has had the opportunity to further her education by studying with First Generation Teachers, Kathy Grant and Mary Bowen, as well as such notable teachers as Julian Littleford, Jillian Hessel and Irene Dowd. Kimm received her T’ai Chi certification from David-Dorian Ross, an internationally-awarded T’ai Chi expert.

Kimm's training and years of experience teaching movement have given her a superb ability to assess her clients’ ineffectual postural patterns and teach them a more efficient way of moving. As a result, clients experience decreased pain, increased strength and greater flexibility. As a movement teacher for more than 30 years, Kimm is passionate about what she does – helping people feel better.

Kimm is also Artistic Director of Kinetic Images Dance Company.

Kelsey Mahoney-Watson fell in love with Pilates at the age of sixteen and has been an avid practitioner ever since. In 2008, Kelsey attended the Pilates Method Alliance's International Conference for the first time, where she was fortunate enough to take workshops from first-generation teachers Kathy Grant and Mary Bowen, as well as internationally renowned Pilates instructor Julian Littleford. Kelsey holds her B.S. in Dance from the University of Oregon, and is STOTT Pilates Certified in both intermediate and advanced mat. Additionally, Kelsey has received her training in all levels of Reformer work.

Kelsey's approach to teaching the Pilates method emphasizes the use of breath and core support to facilitate efficient, pain-free movement. Pilates should ease your physical pain and lift your mental spirits.

Candace Mahoney-Watson has been a believer in the Pilates method ever since she was ten years old, when she first discovered the benefits. Because of her early start, she has been able to utilize all that Pilates has to offer the mind, body, and soul.

Candace received her STOTT Pilates training in beginning through advanced mat, as well as all levels of reformer work. Candace applies her recent knowledge gained through her STOTT training, layered upon her deep roots of Eve Gentry’s work when she was an adolescent.

In her free time, Candace enjoys playing rugby and coaching high school girls' rugby. She firmly believes that Pilates is the reason why she has been able to continue to return to play for almost ten years.

Candace’s goal with her clients is one thing: personalized treatment to get your body moving the way it is supposed to move again. A respectful listener, Candace strives to adapt each workout to benefit her client’s specific needs.

Greta Koons is a certified STOTT Pilates instructor, trained through Pacific Northwest Pilates. Her background as a soccer athlete and coach has cultivated a deep appreciation for the importance of core strength, mobility, and injury prevention in physical wellness.

With a degree in Exercise Science from St. Ambrose University, Greta integrates her knowledge of human physiology and movement into her Pilates instruction. By blending a scientific approach with her Pilates expertise, she provides clients with a deep appreciation for the benefits of moving with efficiency and mindfulness. Greta is deeply passionate about sharing her love for fitness and Pilates with others to help them achieve their personal goals.

Instructors

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