Club Pilates

Bios

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  Ulyssa Preciado

  Instructor

  Hi my Name is Ulyssa Preciado and I've been in the fitness industry for over 20 years. I fell in love with pilates in 2007 and started teaching mat and chair classes right after. I can remember walking into a room of 3 that quickly grew to a room of 40. My passion for Pilates shows in every class. I'm not just your instructor, teacher or guide but a friend who is willing to give you the best of me so that you may become the best of you. Come in and try a demo. Give me 30 days with your body and I promise you will never look back. Can't wait to meet you.

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  Angel Dunlap

  Instructor

  Angel has made fitness and wellness a big part of her life for over 15 years. In last few years, high intensity training led to a series of injures and surgery. A specialist had determined that Angel had a genetic disorder that lead to early deterioration of her joints. For Angel, things finally made sense as to the source of her medical issues, but the new knowledge meant Angel could no longer pursue her fitness goals without risk of injury. Searching for a new way to stay fit, led Angel to Pilates and to Club Pilates where she had her 1st group fitness session. When she started Pilates, she could barely walk and had limited success with physical therapy. After a few Pilates sessions, she began to move with less pain. Over time significant progress was made. Pilates has taught Angel to make a mind-body connection resulting fast rehab. Her 20 years of experience in the medical field have allowed her to make a quick link to the anatomy of Pilates. Her passion for fitness soon led her to become an instructor. She has completed “Balanced Body Comprehensive” and “Barre Above” training certificate. She also carries a Medical Assistant certification, American Medical Technologists certification, and Cosmetology license. Angel’s struggle with injury joined with her background as a health professional and Pilates instructor unite to create a true passion for helping others. Her imaginative train style and awareness of the body-mind connection combined for an amazing workout with rehab and prehab benefits!

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  Jordyn Siegfriend

  Instructor

  Jordyn was introduced to Pilates through Club Pilates Master Trainer, Erin Lovrien. Jordyn has been trained in barre and has taught at multiple barre studios in the valley. Her previous experience as a Physical Therapy Technician and her existing love of fitness made Pilates a perfect fit. Come get a well-rounded workout, whether you are recovering from an injury or looking to tone up. As a life-long dancer, who knows what she will have planned! Be sure to say hi if you see her on the basketball court, as she is one of the Phoenix Suns Dancers!

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  Ashley Zarr

  Originally hailing from Iowa Falls, Iowa, Ashley grew up actively involved in dance, theatre, and teaching (it’s in her blood- both her parents are educators and she nannied for the past 15 years). Following her passion for dance and the freedom and joy that movement inspires, she earned her BA in Dance from the University of Iowa, sharing that love throughout her studies, teaching at multiple studios both in Iowa as well as here in the Valley after her relocation in 2010 to follow her dream of dancing professionally. Ashley has been grateful to work with multiple companies over the past eight years, Halo Movement Collective, Scorpius Dance Theatre, Dulce Dance Company, and Liz Ann Hewett Presents, as well as a freelance and guest artist for other Phoenix based companies. After having worked with children and adults in the dance medium for the past 13 years, Pilates was a natural transition. Introduced to the concepts and requirements behind the Club Pilates’ Teacher Training program by former fellow HMC company members Jordyn Siegfried and Erin Lovrien, Ashley knew it was the next right thing and jumped in with both feet. Having suffered from multiple injuries in her college dance career, Ashley has been a whole body health advocate for the past decade, and has been inspired and impressed with the personal healing and greater physical understanding she’s seen in her own body from self-practice. She has also gained immensely from the hands-on knowledge of learning to understand correct alignment and muscular functions, through those she’s been fortunate to work with. Excited by the possibilities and passionate about the journey, Ashley is looking forward to helping others see the potential within themselves that can truly only be unlocked by this “Mind-Body Connection” that Joseph Pilates knew to be true so many years ago. Ashley is ready for her classes to become challenging studies of ways to improve overall movement and function in our daily, and exercise, lives, therefore impacting everything else with such a positive energy. She hopes that you will join her. In addition to pursuing all things health, Ashley loves being outdoors, especially if it involves the woods or water, creating handmade gifts for those she loves, cooking, and spending time with her friends and fiancée, Jon, and, of course, dancing.

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  Adam Cargo

  Adam Cargo received his classical Pilates training and over 500 hour certification from Virginia Nicholas at Moving Breath Pilates Studio in Tempe, AZ. He was then mentored and apprenticed under Alexandra Prince at Principle-Fitness and Pilates in Chandler, AZ while he was the Director of Fitness at the JCC in Scottsdale, AZ. Adam has a number of certifications in group fitness (TRX, BARRE, BODYPUMP, AQUA, and CYCLE) as well as certifications in Corrective Exercise/Movement Therapy and is a Certified Personal Trainer. He is very excited to continue his training and knowledge to the Club Pilates family.

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  Annette Webber

  Annette's love of fitness began in the fifth grade when she joined her school's track team and continued to play sports throughout school. She took up running in college and has ran several marathons and half-marathons. Her passion during the past decade has been yoga, that is until she took her first Pilates class at Club Pilates. She is now a converted yogi and is ready to share her passion for Pilates with you!

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  Sydney Perry

  Since childhood, Sydney has been a performer; participating in Beauty pageants, fashion shows and creating music . She found herself living in NYC then later moving to LA to continue her journey. With performances, gigs and demanding physique requirements, Sydney made her way through many fitness modalities eventually discovering Pilates and fell in love. She expanded her list of talents after becoming certified in Pilates and sharing all the benefits with anyone who will listen. Now living in Phoenix, teaching 3 days per week. Her classes are always moved by music and her on stage personality.

• Deanne Jensen

  Deanne is naturally drawn to physical activity and mental exertion. She has practiced various forms of exercise throughout her life. She began her practice of Pilates as a distance runner seeking improved flexibility. As she increased muscles strength, balancing front and back body and learning technique, she decided to share her knowledge with others. With her comprehensive training, she provides students with energy and vitality of movement. She understands that each body can literally be changed with consistent practice and proper movement patterns designed specifically to enhance each person's life!

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  Tina Verity

  My road to Pilates began with an undiagnosed illness that led me to start researching holistic ways to heal my body and make the connection between what would make me feel healthier and stronger, while relieving my pain and tightness. That journey led me to Pilates,and with a more natural approach to diet and exercise that included Pilates I was able to turn what had become of my health around. I wanted to share that with others and soon received my yoga certification followed by my Pilates certification. I began my teaching in a rehab boutique style studio and my love for Pilates has continued to grow as I watch the amazing transformations in not only fixing injuries but also completely transforming people’s bodies. I am excited and humbled to be brought into your lives to help you with your journey.