Pilates (Arcadia)

  • Improves control of trunk muscles, including abdominals and back (the "powerhouse") for better posture and strength
  • Total body conditioning to elongate and improve flexibility of the entire body
  • Breathing to recruit the proper muscles for precise movement patterns and improve relaxation skills

Pilates is offered one-on-one and focuses on posture, balance, core strength and flexibility. This program is staffed by a Physical Therapist.

PhotoKristanna Grant BA, CPI
Pilates Director

Kristanna received her Bachelor's degree in Speech Communication with an emphasis in English, from San Diego State University. She minored in Psychology. She completed all of the undergrad requirements for Nursing and was a T.A. in Anatomy, before changing her major.

Kristanna earned her Pilates Certification under the guidance of world-renowned in the field, Marie-Josie Blom-Lawrence. The extensive program had a strong emphasis on Physical Therapy Pilates and Remedial Programming. Kristanna owned her own Pilates studio in Pasadena and is known to have Pilates instructors attend her classes to sharpen their skills and knowledge. She has a keen eye for quickly assessing what a client needs and tailors their sessions specifically to that.

In addition, Kristanna offers Postural Assessments, Nutritional Counseling, Poolates, and Pre and Post-Natal Pilates.