Leslie R
Instructor
Leslie is a native Floridian who has been active all her life, everything from gymnastics to team sports to dance. She always had an interest in health and wellness and serving others as well as a knack for presenting ideas and information in a dynamic and meaningful way. She received her Associate's Degree in Nursing from Indian River State College and went on to receive her RN licence and spend time with patients in the ICU. It was during her time in the hospital that she came to the realization that nursing was NOT her calling! After quitting a high pressure, stressful service industry job where she had an upper management position, Leslie spent some time focusing on her own mental and physical health. She incorporated dance into her self healing journey and was at that time also introduced to the Pilates method. It was love at first spine movement! From there she got her 500 hour certification from Lolita San Miguel (one of only two people that Joe Pilates himself gave certifications to and is still living today!), making her a 2nd generation Pilates Instructor, a title she holds dear to her heart with pride. Since beginning her Pilates certification she has also been certified in the following fitness methods: TRX, Triggerpoint, Barre Above, & Rollology. Leslie also started her own Pilates education company and provides mentorship and workshops to instructors from all educational backgrounds and work environments.