Club Pilates

Instructor Bios

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  Jill Geers

  Jill was born and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan. While growing up, she was always involved in sports and other extra-curricular activities. It was not until later in life she started participating in pilates from a private instructor. She was so impressed by the benefits of pilates that she started going three times a week. It did not take long for her to realize that she wanted to become a pilates instructor. So in 2007, Jill became a certified instructor through IM=X Pilates based out of New York. She is so excited to teach pilates by helping others discover the benefits and fundamentals of a strong core that results in an improved posture, physical balance and overall physical wellness. When she is not teaching pilates she enjoys working out, exploring the outdoors with walking, biking, and spending time with family and friends. She is also a Christian Wellness Coach and hosts workshops and retreats in inner healing for women.

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  Natalie Mitchell

  Natalie was raised in Canton, MI and moved to Grand Rapids in 2017. She is fully certified through Stott Pilates, and has been certified in group fitness instruction since 2006. Having spent 20 years at a desk job, living in a "crooked body" with creaky joints, she has experienced how Pilates can help the average body, and learned that it's not just for dancers! She is especially looking forward to working with "middle aged" women (like herself!) and showing them how Pilates is THE way to feeling fabulous as we continue into the best years of our lives.

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  Nancy Wax

  Nancy Wax has been passionate about teaching since 1987. With a B.F.A. in dance, Nancy taught ballet, jazz, & modern for 22 years before fully transitioning to teaching exercise. After having her 2nd child, she began her Pilates journey. She has been teaching Pilates since 2004 and is certified through Balanced Body. Nancy is excited to be part of the Club Pilates family! You can also catch her around town as a wedding and event DJ.

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  Annie Rauwerda

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  Annie Rauwerda: Annie is Grand Rapids native, University of Michigan student, and fitness enthusiast who is excited to join the Club Pilates team! After running her first marathon, Annie was thrilled with the way Pilates allowed her to build strength and alignment in a worn out body, and has been hooked ever since. She received instructor training through IM=X in 2018 and taught Pilates in Ann Arbor before moving back to Grand Rapids in May. When she isn't doing Pilates, Annie works with elderly residents at Holland Home, trains for triathlons, and loves to cozy up with a good coffee and great book.

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  Natalie Van Straten

  As a Grand Rapids native Natalie grew up always active and involved in different sports and fitness activities. Her passion is helping people feel their best so they can live their best life! After years of crippling back pain she decided to try Club Pilates to strengthen and rehabilitate her weak back and neck. Once it started to bring relief she was excited to obtain her instructor certification at Club Pilates to help others gain strength and live pain free. Outside of Club Pilates you can find Natalie sharing her passion for health and wellness, going on adventures with her two kids, and enjoying a good glass of red wine.

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  JoJo Gleason

  Jojo Gleason is a Grand Rapids native. She started her professional career in Higher Education after completing her Bachelor of Science in Management. She is currently completing the Apprenticeship program for her Pilates Certification. Jojo enjoys spending free time with her husband, their young son, their dog and her large Italian family. Her interests are music, dancing, paddle boarding and doing anything outdoors. Jojo also loves to travel as well because she loves meeting new people and experiencing new cultures.

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  Rebekah Franklin

  Rebekah was trained in 2010 using the Stott Pilates Method and concepts of structural integration, defined by Dr. Ida P. Rolf. Rebekah is a proud mom of 3 sons and is grateful for all things motherhood. She has a BA in Psychology and is working toward becoming a Certified Labor/Birth/Post-Partum Doula. Through education and career experience, Rebekah has gained an intimate understanding of neuroscience and functional anatomy. She finds the mind-body connection to be SO fascinating that you’ll probably hear her talk about it in class!

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  Chrysta Gustwiller Brown

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