Sierra Fitness Health Clubs of America, Inc.


	Karla LaFalce
Pilates Philosophy: I Love what I do! I believe in making fitness fun. That is the most important ingredient in my training. I want my clients to keep coming back for more! The mind, body, and spirit need to be exercised for complete wellness.
Experience / Specialties: American Council on Exercise (A.C.E). Aerobic and Fitness Association of America (A.F.A.A.). Pilates certification from Long Beach Dance Academy. Indoor cycling certification from Maddogg Academy and Schwinn. Aerobic and Fitness Association of America certified for group exercise.


	Joelle Brooks Pilates / Gyrotonics Director
Welcome to the Moving Arts Center At Sierra Fitness Health Clubs of America. We are here to assist you on your journey towards a long life of health. My Pilates Philosophy is simple...Work Smart, not frantic! In a day when we have little time to spend on our health, it is important to spend our time wisely. Utilizing the techniques designed by Joseph Pilates we can work in many different ways. We can work to condition a de-conditioned body, rehabilitate a healing body or fine tune the athletic body. My background...as a former Dancer, I used Pilates originally as rehabilitaion after an injury. I then discovered I could build strength and endurance as well as prevent the typical injuries by incorporating Pilates into my workouts. I have chosen The Pilates Coach for certifications because of their therapeutic approach to the body-mind connection.


	Becca Franks
Pilates Philosophy: Pilates is phenomenal for all levels of fitness. It may be the cross training for an elite athlete, the secondary rehabilitation for an injury, or a great workout for someone who wants a longer stronger body. Pilates is a method that combines flexibility and strength; therefore, it is ideal for those who have limited time who want the benefits of a supple lean body. It strengthens the smaller muscle groups as well as the larger ones. When performed correctly it vastly improves posture, balance, and equal weight distribution throughout the body. Pilates creates a higher awareness of the body bringing lots of gain without the pain.
Experience/Specialties: Experience with special needs including: osteoporosis, pre and post natal conditioning, scoliosis, posture correction, back pain, anklosing spondylitis, Parkinson Disease Level II Certified and teacher facilitator through master teacher Ron Fletcher Teaching Pilates since 2000, experience at Miraval Life in Balance Resort and Spa, Reebok/Sports Club LA in NY, and Body Works Studio Certified Yamuna Body Rolling Practitioner University of Arizona Cum Laude graduate with a B.F.A. in Dance


	Mary Mitchell Gordon
Mary M. Gordon, a skilled innovator, is the expert in the field of Plus Size Pilates. She exhibits an elite level of fitness and health, and possesses an excellent understanding of the physical body, and enjoys excellent communication with her students and colleagues. Gordon found herself in a perfect position to assist her personal trainer clients 30-40 pounds overweight to over 400 pounds to develop their core strength by developing the Plus Size Pilates mat workout. Together they discovered the key elements of the Pilates moves making it possible for round shaped bodies to effectively change their figures from deep within, at the core. Mary currently teaches Plus Size Pilates Workout at studios, fitness clubs, in conference rooms, and in private homes for individuals and groups in Tucson, Arizona. * Thirteen years of working as operating room nurse gave her a visual comprehension of the workings of the inside of the body. * Years of ventilator nursing revealed to Mary the dynamics and power of the breath, oxygen, and circulation - so essential to tr4igger the Pilates exercises. * As a longtime athlete she has competed in over 50 events - triatholons and other physical competitions. She is a lifetime weightlifter and has been a competitive body builder; a kick boxer; and yoga instructor. * The daughter of a U.S. Military career officer Mary enjoys teaching in camouflage designed fitness wear, her signature look. * Mary M. Gordon is a certified Pilates instructor, and an American Council of Exercise (A.C.E.) Certified Personal Trainer. * She was a Certified Surgical Technologist (C.S.T.) and a Registered Emergency Medical Technician (E.M.T.) * Mary maintains active nursing licenses in Florida and Arizona.

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	Laura Bonaiuto
Pilates Philosophy: I believe Pilates to be the perfect marriage of mind and body. Exercise is the most valuable gift that one can give themselves. I want my clients to leave knowing they just contributed to their futures and how proud I am of all the determination that is required of that contribution.
Experience: I started my passion for sports and exercise at a very young age; competing in equestrian events and soccer tournaments while growing up. I became certified in Pilates through Power House Pilates and teach an array of other exercise classes.


	Midji Stephenson
Pilates Philosophy: Pilates is a journey, not a destination. It is a thoughtful movement and mindful conditioning – a holistic approach to functional fitness and health which can be done throughout one’s life. PILATES: P= Power, I= Integration, L= Length,, A= Awareness, T= Tone, E= Energy, S= Strength.
Expertise / Specialties: Water Aerobics – 13 years experience, AEA certified. Pilates Mat and Machines – 5 years teaching mat and 2 years machines. Training done with Long Beach Dance Academy, 2003. Yamuna Body. Rolling – Level II Certification, 2004.


	Katie Tietema
Katie Tietema is a dedicated fitness professional. She began instructing during her years at the University of Arizona were she earned a B.A. in Spanish and Communication. However, fitness fell into her lap when she was offered a position at Miraval Spa Resort. She has continued her education teaching a variety of classes including, water aerobics, ball, dance, spinning, body conditioning, Pilates, and Gyrotonic. Katie’s true specialty is in her styling, she has the ability to make any class enjoyable. You will find yourself smiling throughout your hour workout, and looking forward to your next training.
Certifications: GYROTONIC© ACE Fitness Instructor ACE Personal Trainer CPR/ First Aid Silver Sneakers/ Silver Splash Senior Fitness AFAA Cycling Certified Water Safety Instructor

Pilates - Developed in the 1920s by legendary physical trainer and founder of the Pilates Studio, Joseph H. Pilates, Pilates is an exercise system focused on the equal and balanced improvement of total body flexibility and strength. Naturally, the first to use the Pilates Method were such pioneers of American dance as Martha Graham and George Balanchine. Pilates is more than exercise. It is a pioneering science and art, based on yoga and the range of motion found in dance and sport, transported into the modern world of technology with a series of controlled movements, engaging and reforming body and mind. It is performed on specifically-designed exercise apparatuses (Reformers, et al) and supervised by trained teachers. Pilates equipment is the original integrated-motion technology. There is also mat and floor work.

Gyrotonic®/Gyrokinesis® - The Gyrotonic Expansion System® was originally designed for professional dancers, who have been receiving the benefits of Gyrotonic® training for more than 15 years. The movements are based on swimming and gymnastics as well as on yoga, tai-chi and dance. The system enables one to achieve simultaneous strength and flexibility, facilitating full articulation of the joints, relief from chronic injuries, correction of alignment, neuromuscular coordination and balance. As a result, we help our clients develop a body with lean musculature that is strong, flexible and injury free. Based on the same principles as Gyrotronic, Gyrokinesis is the style of yoga that emerged from the genius of Juliu Horvath, a renowned Romanian ballet dancer, gymnast, swimmer, and yoga master. Gyrokinesis is a dynamic practice done without the use of any equipment. It works the shoulders, spine and lower body with gentle circular movements in prone, sitting, and standing positions. It releases tension and chronic stiffness while maintaining motion. A single class relieves muscle stress, leaves you invigorated and more aware of your entire body. Practiced regularly, it revitalizes your body's natural energy, strengthens your core, achieves greater flexibility and an overall sense of well-being.

Body Conditioning - At the Moving Arts Center, we provide a wide variety of programs with certified and experienced instructors. We design personal programs for every client to ensure that you achieve optimal physical conditioning. We offer a complete and integrated program of Pilates, Gyrotonic/Gyrokinesis, yoga, rhythmic movement and dance. Our exercises are designed to help you gain maximum health, strength and flexibility, while utilizing techniques of breath, performed with centered awareness. Each exercise follows a series of progressions to allow people at all levels of physical training and ability to benefit. Clients receive individual programs designed for their specific needs. Programs are continually updated as your body becomes longer, leaner, stronger, happier and more flexible.

Sport-specific and Practice-specific - Pilates and Gyrotonic® equipment is designed with such a varied range of physical possibilities that the serious athlete can simulate almost any movement used in their specific sport. Skiing, swimming, tennis, golf, running, cycling, gymnastics, major sports, martial-art and yoga practice can be improved by the internal-external strength and flexibility exercises available through sport-specific programs. Programs can be coordinated with strength, endurance and power training programs for athletes at all levels.

Rehabilitation - The Moving Arts Center can assist in rehabilitation from injury or surgery and relief from chronic and acute pain. Whether tight or torn muscles, tendon, ligament or joint weakness, or misalignment and inflexibility are the source of a problem, we can help you to understand its origin and address its resolution. We offer a series of therapeutic exercises specifically designed to treat individual problems, including myofascial release for conditions such as fibromyalgia. Sessions are private or semi-private, to provide you with the attention that you need for full recovery.

Dance Professionals - Both Pilates and the Gyrotonic Expansion System® were originally designed for dancers. Professional dancers from all over the world have used Gyrotonic® training for over 15 years and Pilates for nine decades. These methods result in improved spinal flexibility, increased strength, grace, coordination, long and lean muscle development, full articulation of every joint, alignment correction, relief from chronic injuries and the prevention of future ones. Protocols are specially designed for those in dance programs.

Seniors - The Moving Arts Center provides an ideal workout system for senior citizens. We specialize in relief from arthritis, back pain, neck stiffness, overall joint problems and inflexibility. Chronic pain and stiffness can be relieved by highly specialized and gentle stretching exercises that simultaneously restore flexibility and build inner strength.


Core Immersion Package - 36 Sessions
Gyrotonics ($65 per session)	Pilates Private ($50 - $60 per session)	Pilates Duet ($37 - $40 per person)
Precision Movement Package - 24 Sessions
Gyrotonics ($70 per session)	Pilates Private ($55 - $65 per session)	Pilates Duet ($42 - $45 per person)
New Beginnings Package - 12 Sessions
Gyrotonics ($75 per session)	Pilates Private ($60 - $70 per session)	Pilates Duet ($46 - $50 per person)
Fundamentals First Package - 5 Sessions (One time Only)
Gyrotonics ($325 per person)	Pilates Private ($275 per person)	Pilates Duet N/A
Trial Session
Gyrotonics ($85 per session)	Pilates Private ($65 - $75 per session)	Pilates Duet ($51 - $55 per person)
Pilates Reformer Quartet
Three Days A Week $260 a month	Two Days A Week $160 a month	Single Session $25
Independent Practice Sessions
Member Practices $10 Per one hour session / $60 for 10! Non-Member Practices $15 Per one hour session / $100 for 10!


	Kelli Cable
Kelli Cable has 13 years of teaching experience. Starting at a young age has given her the chance to really hone her skills as a teacher. With her long term dancing background, she was lead to pilates and the Ron Fletcher work. It was natural that teaching would be the next step. She is certified through the Ron Fletcher Program of Study Level I


Bridget Connelly
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