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Our highly skilled instructors are the best in the business.

With specialized certifications and experience teaching all levels and all types of classes. Learn more about our talented team here.

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Elizabeth O'Rourke, NCPT

Hometown: Barrington, RI

Currently residing: Rumford, RI

Certifications: Balanced Body Comprehensive,
PhysicalMind Comprehensive, BootyBarre Instructor

What to expect in my class:

A full-body work out, fun choreography, stretches sprinkled throughout, and LOTS of cueing; to help you make deeper connections! 

Did you know?

My guilty pleasure is Cheez-its and watching The Bachelor/Bachelorette or The Real Housewives of BH or NYC… *shameful* !!

Mora Babineau, MHP, NCPT

Hometown: Concord, MA

Currently residing: mashpee, mA

Certifications: Balanced Body Master Educator, 
Balanced Body Comprehensive, PhysicalMind Comprehensive, BootyBarre Instructor

What to expect in my class:

To move fluidly and intentionally. You will be challenged but will leave feeling accomplished! 

Did you know?

I was a cheerleader in High School and have trouble with my “indoor” voice!

Nia Allen

Hometown: Halifax, VT

Currently residing: Warren, RI 

Certifications: Pilates Mat, Reformer, and Auxiliary Equipment

What to expect in my class:

Mindful movement and finding your “place of shake.”

Did you know?

I love my pit bull, Honey. I’m happy dancing/moving/playing the cello and I am almost finished with my Masters in Public Health. 

Amy Collins, NCPT

Hometown: Woburn, MA 

Currently residing: Westport, MA

Certifications: Balanced Body Comprehensive,
BootyBarre Instructor

What to expect in my class:

A high energy workout, tailored to YOU with lots of laughs and sneaky planks :) - taught by a seasoned professional.

Did you know?

I play the piano for wedding ceremonies and parties, and often partner with my husband on guitar and bass.

Andie Hay, NCPT

Hometown: Dudley, MA

Currently residing: tiverton, rI

Certifications: Balanced Body Comprehensive

What to expect in my class:

Movement heals! Pilates is for every body! I like to work hard and have fun. I’ll bring a Pilates challenging class where we seriously work your muscles, a focus on core, while also finding that mind, body, and soul connection. I want you to leave feeling amazing and celebrating what your body can do!

Did you know?

My close friends call me Red, I’m an INFJ, and I have A LOT of hobbies; for athletics I’m really into skiing, snowboarding, and hiking (I will get that 4000 footer patch - if you know, you know). I’m a multi-medium Artist and a Reiki Practitioner - among other things!

Jillian Walsh, NCPT

Hometown: Shrewsbury, MA

Currently residing: Seekonk, MA

Certifications: Balanced Body Comprehensive,
Pelvic Floor & Functional Core Specialist

What to expect in my class:

In my classes you can expect to hear me talk about wrapping the abs and glutes as these support good posture. You can also count on back work because I want you to leave class feeling long, lean and lifted!

Did you know?

In addition to being a pelvic floor and functional core rehabilitation specialist, I also coach girls lacrosse. I played when I was younger and coaching my daughters team brings back such fond childhood memories.  

Sallie Newton

Hometown: Ridgefield, CT

Currently residing: Barrington, RI 

Certifications: Pilates Mat, Reformer, and Auxiliary Equipment

What to expect in my class:

An all over body-workout with strong emphasis on core work!

Did you know?

I just love Bruce Springsteen and hope I get to meet him someday!

Anne Zarembka

Hometown: East Providence, RI

Currently residing: East Providence, RI

Certifications: Balanced Body Mat and Reformer Instructor

What to expect in my class:

In my class you’ll get a great workout and leave feeling energized, strong, and connected.

Did you know?

I enjoy going to the beach year round (yes, even in the winter). I love spending my free time with my rescue dog, Daisy! And I play in a recreational volleyball league.

Meredith McDonald, NCPT

Hometown: Swansea, MA

Currently residing: Swansea, MA

Certifications: Balanced Body Comprehensive

What to expect in my class:

Strengthening and lengthening the body from head to toe. I love working the core and posture muscles to have you feeling lifted, challenged, and accomplished leaving class.

Did you know?

I have a huge sweet tooth! I love to have a little something sweet every night 

Nicole Cherry, NCPT

Hometown: Norton, MA

Currently residing: Barrington, RI 

Certifications: Comprehensive Power Pilates Instructor

What to expect in my class:

100% Classical Pilates instruction!! Be prepared to have fun while maintaining a strong mind-body focus. You will also hear lots of cueing for technique, posture, and what is best for your body!

Did you know?

I’m also a licensed Physical Therapist in RI & MA, I've lived in 5 different states, I’ve been married for 20 years, and we have 3 kids!

Kalene Brennan

Hometown: Brick, New Jersey

Currently residing: Warren, RI 

Certifications: Balanced Body Mat and Reformer Instructor, Former Classical Ballet Dancer For 22 Years.

What to expect in my class:

Expect a good burn, lots of extension work, a fun playlist, and an inclusive environment! 

Did you know?

I lived in Kenya for a month and taught creative writing at a local orphanage to high school students.

Emma Butterbrodt

Hometown: North Andover, MA

Currently residing: Falmouth, MA

Certifications: Balanced Body Mat and Reformer Instructor

What to expect in my class:

Mind body connection and functional movement. Pilates has taught me that creating balance in the body can help you in many aspects of every day life.

Did you know?

I’m a twin!

Leanne Krol

Hometown: Seekonk, MA

Currently residing: Barrington, RI

Certifications: Balanced Body Mat
and Reformer Instructor

What to expect in my class:

A great workout, a good stretch, and all the encouragement you need to succeed. Maybe even a laugh or two.

Did you know?

I’m outside watching the sunrise every day, all year round. There are so many benefits, try it!

Kelly Gavin

Hometown: Coventry, RI

Currently residing: Barrington, RI

Certifications: Balanced Body Mat
and Reformer Instructor

What to expect in my class:

A focus on a good mind - body connection. A full body workout leaving you energized and feeling strong!

Did you know?

Reality TV is my guilty pleasure! I'm also a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in RI

Maura McCarthy

Hometown: Medford & Scituate, MA

Currently residing: Scituate, MA & Annapolis, MD

Certifications: Balanced Body Mat
And Reformer Instructor

What to expect in my class:

Thoughtful choreography and cues, friendly vibes, and lots of energy (especially for early mornings)!

Did you know?

I love to play on boats! I raced dinghies in college and moved up to bigger boats when I moved to Annapolis. I also have a Coast Guard captain’s license and drove a launch for years.

Justine Roberts

Hometown: aquidneck island, RI

Currently residing: Middletown, RI

Certifications: Balanced Body Apprentice 

What to expect in my class:

To get strong, steady, and a little bit sweaty — just movement that meets you where you are.

Did you know?

I’m a self-proclaimed hoarder of hobbies with more interests than free time, a lifelong wildlife and nature enthusiast, and a firm believer that some of the best things in life are free.

Lauren O’Neill

Hometown: Holbrook, MA

Currently residing: Falmouth, MA

Certifications: Balanced Body Mat
And Reformer Instructor

What to expect in my class:

To feel at home as you walk through the door, let go of your stress and trigger your highest abilities!

Did you know?

After traveling the world with Disney on Ice, I still love to take on new adventures.

Megan Essex

Hometown: West Greenwich, RI

Currently residing: Woods Hole, MA

Certifications: Balanced Body Mat
And Reformer Instructor

What to expect in my class:

An emphasis on purpose and precision – it is amazing what the body can do when the mind is laser focused! Digging deep into the core, strengthening the powerhouse that we use in every moment of every day – our cores are the bedrock of everything we do.

Did you know?

I am also a licensed cosmetologist (eleven years strong!) and am currently a Juris Doctor Candidate. Clearly, I like to stay busy!

Sam Cohen

Hometown: sandwich, MA

Currently residing: sandwich, MA

Certifications: Balanced Body Apprentice

What to expect in my class:

Expect a full-body workout that will challenge you to form deeper connections, encourage skill development, and that will support your Pilates journey.

Did you know?

I am currently a M.S. in Accounting candidate!

Natalie Rogers

Hometown: Cohasset, MA

Currently residing: South Plymouth, MA

Certifications: Balanced Body Mat and Reformer Instructor

What to expect in my class:

Expect me to be happy to see you when you come in (because I truly am), to be met where you’re at, and to feel lighter, taller, and stronger when you walk out the door. I don’t take myself too seriously, and aim for your class feel fun while we’re burning and toning those muscles.

Did you know?

I have 3 kids (2 human, 1 Doberman). I also go to the beach almost every day, year round. 

Lia Manera

Hometown: Lambertville, MI

Currently residing: West Falmouth, MA

Certifications: Certified Stott Instructor - Mat & Reformer Pilates, Injuries & Special Populations Certified

What to expect in my class:

Focus on form & posture, core strength, & to feel a full body burn! Say hi to your neighbor, laugh & embrace the shake, oh - and don't forget to breathe!

Did you know?

I'm extremely lactose intolerant

Balanced Body Comprehensive Certification

This curriculum is the gold standard in Pilates education, including over 600+ hours of observation, self-practice, teaching and anatomy. The comprehensive certification includes the Pilates mat, reformer, ladder barrel, chair, trapeze table, arcs and barrels. Comprehensive instructors have the full Pilates methodology at their fingertips for working with all types of clients, injuries and special populations. 

NCPT (National Certified Pilates Teacher)

certifications explained:

The National Pilates Certification Program is the only NCCA Accredited Program for Pilates Professionals - this requires a comprehensive Pilates certification (over 600 hours) and for the professional to sit for a national exam.

Balanced Body master EDUCATOR

There are only 450 Balanced Body Master Educators worldwide and Mora Babineau is one of them! After being accepted through the application process, there are two separate, one-week intense training programs at Balanced Body headquarters in California. After passing the in-person training program, the master educator is able to hold Pilates training courses for people to become certified.

Claire P.

I feel stronger than I've ever been and confident in my skills. Try a class and you won't regret it!

studio47 Pilates's reformer classes are a fantastic workout!

Paige B.

Great environment and I look forward to going back.

This was my first experience with the reformer and I was instantly hooked!

Kathy K.

It is a beautiful and clean studio. All the instructors seems so nice and knowledgeable.

studio47 is a wonderful space!

Gale G.

They offer a variety of classes and times so you never get bored. I'm always learning something new and I'm always being challenged!

Excellent studio, very clean and welcoming!

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