MEET THE PILATES POINT STUDIO TEAM

INSTRUCTOR, PRIVATE LESSONS

Sarah has always maintained an active lifestyle. She started out teaching at an Outdoor Bootcamp and soon moved on to instructing Kickboxing and core specific classes. Her love of Barre when she was looking to get back into exercise after the birth of her first son.   "I had joined a boxing gym for high impact, but after watching a Barre class in action, I decided to join a class and I was immediately hooked!"  She says, "I am very high energy and have a passion for music and I try and bring that to every class I teach."

In addition to Barre, Sarah is also certified to teach Pilates, Cardio Kickboxing, Rowing, Strength and Conditioning classes, and private or semi-private Pilates Equipment lessons.

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Upbeat and energetic, Kelly prides herself in bringing that energy, and smiles to her classes. She has been in the fitness industry since her 20's, and has a passion for movement. 

Starting with Zumba in 2011, she has since become certified in various formats including Pound, Piloxing, Barre, and Step. By day she is a Phys Ed teacher, at night she’s a hip hop dance teacher, and everywhere in between she’s a mom of 2 amazing teens.

Kelly joined the team in 2021, and teaches 2 active cardio classes with us, in addition to administrative and social media management.

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Jeannette has been practicing yoga and pilates since 2010, when she tried hot yoga off of Groupon! She was instantly hooked and went on to pursue her yoga teacher training in 2015 from Back Bay Yoga. She now also holds certifications in Children's & Prenatal Yoga, Core Flow Yoga/Yoga Tone, Beginners yoga, Gentle Yoga, and most recently was certified to teach beginners Pilates. 

Jeannette believes the physical practice of yoga is the key to our inner peace, and a happy balanced life both mentally and physically. She says, "Yoga strengthens our bodies and our minds. It teaches us confidence, gratitude and how to be comfortable when we are in uncomfortable places." Jeannette holds restorative yoga workshops with us, and is available for private yoga lessons as well.

Jeannette lives in Attleboro, with her biggest supports, her husband Manny and their two children, Emme and Miles.

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Tessa`s yoga journey started nearly ten years ago as a college student. What began as a search for better self care, blossomed into a passion and later the completion of a 200 hour vinyasa yoga teacher training with Jessie Dwiggins from Wild Wisdom Yoga. Drawn to the practice of non-judgement to self and others; the goal of her class is to create an environment where all students feel safe and supported in their practice.

Whether it is your 1st or 100th time on the mat, Tessa believes that there is always something new to learn and explore and she is honored to share in this journey. 

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Dana has been on the hunt for a yogic way of life that goes on beyond that mat! 

She has received her 200hr RYT in Trauma Sensitive Yoga, her 80 hr Prenatal RYPT, and a Meditation Immersion Certification through Soul Works, a women-owned Non-Profit based in Costa Rica. She has additionally received Mindfulness training from Brown University and currently has her own practice exploring many different yogic styles.

Dana is available for private yoga instruction, and we are lucky to have her weekly leading Candlelight Yoga.

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Cori was born and raised in Cumberland, RI. Her parents signed her up for ballet when she was three years old and she has been dancing ever since. Along with dance, she is also an avid snowboarder. Fitness has always been part of her daily routine. She also competed in two bikini figure shows to challenge herself.

Cori joined the team in 2022 and teaches 5 amazing Barre Fusion classes with us.

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Dashe always had a passion for choreography, music, and freestyle. She grew up a competitor figure skater, ran cross country at Bishop Feehan HS, and educated her children from home the last 10 years. After a running injury and the need for physical and mental balance, Dashe explored other workout routines like barre.

After 10 years of mental, physical, and spiritual dedication, Dashe decided to pursue her passion for barre by becoming a barre instructor. She is so excited to join the TPPS team as a Barre Experience instructor.

In her spare time, Dashe enjoys spending quality time with her four kids, date nights with her husband, and giving back to her community.

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Lynne took her first mat Pilates class 12 years ago, following many years of high impact exercise. After taking mat and fitness ball Pilates, she took one Barre class and was hooked.

 Lynne joined TPPS as a student in 2023, and earned her Barre certification through American Barre Technique in 2024. 

Lynne lives in North Smithfield with her husband Bob and two awesome teens. An English teacher by day, she loves the strength and grace Barre brings to her life, and cannot wait to share this with TPPS. 

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Orion is a patient and down-to-earth instructor whose mission is to inspire personal growth and positive mindsets in every class. Along with over 20 years of dance experience and being a dance teacher since 2018, Orion has their certifications in Barre (IBBFA, 2025) and Dance Education Training Course (DTCB, 2018).

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A former postsecondary education professional, Renae brings her student-first philosophy to fitness, as well as the fun! She is a National Association of Sports Medicine (NASM) Certified Group Fitness Instructor and certified in High, Low, and Tone formats through High Fitness.

When she's not in the gym or studio, Renae can be found trying new treats, laughing with her three children and husband, or rooting on her beloved New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox.

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Liane started here at TPPS shortly after it opened at TPPS. After discovering that Pilates helped alleviate her lifelong back problems, Liane has become a devoted Pilates practitioner. ⁠
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She recently retired from university-level teaching and has embraced the Pilates lifestyle even further by becoming an instructor (recently certified). She lives in Cumberland and is an active member of the northern RI community. ⁠
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Liane is currently certified to teach Pilates Sticks and looks forward to adding more Pilates certifications to her resume. ⁠
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Donna draws from over 25 years of personal practice, with her teaching rooted in a long-term commitment to both the physical and meditative path of yoga. Since earning her 200-hour Teacher Training certification in 2014, she has focused on guiding students through accessible and healing practices, including Beginner, Gentle, Yin, and Restorative Yoga.

Her classes are shaped by a global journey and enriched by the diverse perspectives and serene energy gathered while attending retreats in Iceland, Italy, Morocco, and Costa Rica and more. As a Friend Member of Kripalu, Donna is committed to a compassionate, mindful approach that meets each student exactly where they are.

EQUIPMENT & POP UP INSTRUCTOR

Kerri’s love for the arts has been a driving force in her life. She studied dance, with a particular passion for the elegance of ballet. It was through this journey that she discovered Pilates, a fitness regimen that captured her heart.

For the past 15, Kerri has
immersed herself in the world of Pilates, and it didn’t take long for her to know she wanted to
become certified in this transformative practice.

In the summer of 2022, the stars aligned, and Kerri began her Peak Pilates Comprehensive Certification Level 1 training. She became certified in October 2022. Since then, she has
continued to expand her knowledge and expertise, earning certification in The Pilates Point Tower Method in November 2025.

When she’s not teaching Pilates, Kerri enjoys traveling with her husband and spending quality time with her children and their beloved dog, Levi.

POP UP & SUBSTITUTE INSTRUCTOR

Katie has always felt at home in a studio and has had a passion for movement. Starting at the age of three, she began her dance journey. As a college student at Bryant University, she continued dancing as a member of the Bryant Dance Team.

After graduating, joining the corporate world, and starting a family, her journey of movement transitioned into the fitness world. Over the years, while helping individuals with their health and fitness journeys, she continued to educate herself in a variety of practices.

Today, she loves teaching Pilates but also shares her knowledge of movement through Barre, Spin, TRX, and Yoga to name a few of her certifications. She is excited to join our community and assist individuals in finding a path to live happy and healthier lives on a daily basis!

SUBSTITUTE INSTRUCTOR & STUDIO AMBASSADOR

Amanda began practicing yoga in 2014 when she was in graduate school to become an archivist - affectionately referred to as "library school." She fell in love with the way the practice encouraged her to connect with herself and others. In 2025, she decided to take the next step and complete yoga teacher training.

She approaches her yoga classes with an emphasis on accessibility and compassion. She also works at Brown University and lives in Attleboro, MA, with her husband, son, rottweiler, and fluffy orange cat.

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Kaily is a certified Pilates instructor with a passion for movement, music, and mental wellness. Her fitness journey began with Barre classes, where she discovered the joy of combining rhythm and resistance. That love evolved into a deeper connection with mindful movement, leading her to earn her Pilates certification. 

In Kaily’s class, you can expect high-energy, music driven workouts, that are both fun and effective. Her upbeat and encouraging style coaching style will keep you motivated as you feel the burn and move with purpose. Whether you are new to movement or a seasoned pro, Kaily creates a welcoming space where every body is celebrated. 

Beyond the studio, Kaily holds a bachelors degree in psychology and is preparing to become a licensed therapist. She believes in a holistic approach to wellness, as movement of the body allows the mind to find healing. 

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Sam is an enthusiastic and joyful instructor, who balances bringing smiles and working hard.Teaching any kind of fitness format was never something Sam planned but at the suggestion of a friend and fellow instructor, she signed up for the Pound certification. She’s so glad she did, because it’s been a decade-long love affair ever since. She earned her Small Group Fitness certification in 2020 and is currently working toward her Barre certification.

When she’s not pretending she’s in a rock band, she’s reading and listening to an ungodly amount of romance novels and spending lots of time going on little adventures with her family.

POP UP INSTRUCTOR

Jeff was introduced to yoga more than 15 years ago to help reduce chronic muscle tightness. He subsequently discovered Yoga Sculpt and was instantly hooked! In 2018, after nearly doubling a New Year's challenge of 30 straight days of yoga, he embarked on his next challenge – becoming a Yoga Sculpt instructor!

Jeff completed basic and advanced Yoga Sculpt teacher training at Core Power Yoga in 2019 and also holds 200-hour teacher training certification, as well as the Baptiste Power Yoga Instructor Credential. He is the founder of two community park yoga programs. He holds the Behavioral Financial Advisor™ credential and enjoys connecting the limbs of yoga with modern principles of finance to help people avoid financial stress and be better investors.

POP UP & SUBSTITUTE INSTRUCTOR

Natalia is a NASM Certified Personal Trainer with a Comprehensive Pilates Certification, and VB Method Athletic Mat Certification. She loves teaching both private clients and group classes, always keeping workouts challenging, creative, and effective. Her classes are designed to sculpt and strengthen strategically, blending athleticism with flow. She's passionate about daily movement, for physical longevity, mental health, and building community through fitness.

Outside the studio, you’ll find her running, exploring outdoors, or recharging in the mountains. Pilates and running are her obsessions, and she strives to make every session fun and deeply effective on both the mat and reformer. A RISD graduate, she now channels her creativity into flows that heal, strengthen, and sculpt the body. Most of all, she loves people and finds fulfillment in helping others feel good about themselves.