Ever grab a Pilates ring, small ball, or sliders in class and think, "Wait⦠what am I supposed to do with this?" You're not alone, and this workshop is for you!
Join Katie and Michelle for a focused, hands-on hour all about the props you see in class but may not feel totally confident using. We'll slow things down and break it all down so you leave feeling capable, and maybe even a little obsessed with your new favorite prop.
In this workshop, you'll learn:
How to set up each prop for proper form and alignment
Ways to modify or progress exercises to fit your level
The "aha, THAT'S what it's for!" moments that make each exercise click
Whether you're brand new to Pilates or a regular looking to deepen your practice, you'll walk away with more confidence, better technique, and a lot more fun in every class. All levels welcome!
Meet Your Instructors
Michelle is a life long Boston resident and community activist and an βaccidental yogiβ. She is a breast cancer survivor who discovered yoga after the tragic death of her sister. Feeling depressed and unhealthy, she knew she needed a change. She decided to give yoga a try. After attending a Monday evening session in March 2017 at age 51, she was exhausted and had no idea what she was doing. She started doing private sessions with studio owner, David Vendetti while attending classes in the evenings. She was originally focused on yoga classes but began taking Pilates classes and strength building classes. She was hooked and the changes soon came β she lost weight, got more range of motion and stands taller. She continued practicing and in June 2021 she completed her first 500 hour Yoga Teacher Training with the Yoga Liberation Front led by David Vendetti and completed her second 500 hour Yoga Teacher Training in April 2022 at the age of 56. She was then certified as a Pilates Instructor in September 2022. Michelle also recieved her mat Barre training certification through Connected Through Strength's Empowered Barre Training program in May 2026. Her mission is to encourage everyone at any age to try Yoga through her signature hybrid class βYogalates/Strong Foundations" that combines yoga, strength building and all the props. Be prepared to laugh, work your glutes and abs and feel stronger in your body.
Movement has been a grounding force in Katieβs life from a young age. It wasnβt until entering the corporate world that movement became a way to reconnect with herselfβquieting the noise, releasing stress, and returning to presence through breath. Katie views health through a holistic lensβphysical, emotional, mental, and spiritualβand created her platform, HolisticallyKatie, to share her journey of self-love, healing, and sustainable wellness beyond aesthetics. She is a certified Mat Pilates instructor through Pilates Academy International and completed her in-person training with Kink Pilates. She is also certified in Yoga Sculpt. Katie is deeply passionate about the transformative power of movement and feels honored to hold space for others to explore strength, softness, and connection through her classes. Her classes blend intentional movement with upbeat energyβyou can expect thoughtfully curated playlists, on-the-beat flows, and a few spicy pulses you didnβt ask for (but will secretly love). Outside of teaching, you can find her traveling to Nantucket (her favorite place in the world), or on the hunt for the next best latte in Boston.
$25 per person
All sales are final. Non transferable. Non refundable.