Hi, I’m Lani-your soon-to-be favorite Pilates teacher, core coach, and professional truth-teller in stretchy pants.

I’ve been teaching Pilates for nearly three decades (yes, my Teaser has seniority), and I was trained directly under Romana Kryzanowska, Joseph Pilates’ chosen successor. That classical lineage lives at the heart of everything I teach-but don’t worry, I pair it with modern anatomy, real-world application, and a no-judgment zone where perfection is not required (but deep core engagement is).

What started in a university dance studio turned into my life’s mission: to help people transform their bodies, their confidence, and their careers through intelligent, soulful Pilates training.

Today, I run online mat certification programs that are known for being deeply educational, shockingly transformative, and occasionally interrupted by my doodles.

 

Here’s What I Do (Besides make your abs question their life choices):

  • Train the next generation of Pilates teachers worldwide, entirely online, with heart and classical authenticity.

  • Blend science and soul-movement that’s biomechanically smart and spiritually elevating.

  • Help everyday humans feel strong, aligned, and fully at home in their bodies again.

Whether you're a dancer, a wellness seeker, or someone who's tired of “just working out,” I’m here to guide you into deeper strength, purpose, and possibility-one breath, one rep, one lightbulb moment at a time.

 My Favorite Things (Besides a fluid Roll-Up):

Doodles and Dobermans. Puppy breath. Sparkling water with too much ice. Tarot cards that motivate me. Great Lakes summer days. Detroit Tigers baseball (extra innings preferred). True crime documentaries. Anything with Jason Bateman.
Lilies, Gardenias, and Magnolias-in that exact order.

And most of all: my daughter Charlee, a true unicorn in baseball cleats-a lefty catcher and pitcher. If you’re looking for me on the weekend, there’s a 99% chance I’m at a baseball tournament with too many snacks and my GameChanger app open.

 I’m an Enneagram 8. Which means:

  • I will lovingly push you toward your greatness.

  • I don’t do fluff.

  • I fiercely believe that strength-in body and spirit-is your birthright.

 

Why I Do This

Pilates changed everything for me-from my physical body to my identity, my purpose, and my livelihood. And now? It’s my joy, my calling, and my mission to help it change yours.

If you’re ready to move with intelligence, teach with confidence, and transform from the inside out-welcome home.

Let’s move. Let’s laugh. Let’s transform- together.