JULIE AMICK, STUDIO OWNER
MASTER PILATES TRAINER/CERTIFIED PILATES INSTRUCTOR/PRE-NATAL & POST NATAL PILATES/GYROKINESIS® TECHNIQUE/PMA
Julie is a classically trained ballerina/dancer with credentials from some of the most prestigious schools and theaters in the US and abroad including: BFA Graduate from North Carolina School of the Arts, The London Contemporary Dance Company and the Tisch School of the Arts. She is recognized as one of the most versatile Pilates instructors in Los Angeles. Julie received her Pilates training under the tutelage of first-generation Pilates elder, Romana Kryzanowska, and was certified by Power Pilates in New York. With over two decades of teaching both east coast and west coast styles of Pilates, Julie founded her own studio to combine the best of both methods along with her dance background to create a powerful and unique workout. In the Winter of 2017 she became a Pilates Master Trainer through the Pilates Sports Center to bring professional Continuing Education and Pilates Certifications to Align. Julie is also a Certified Pre/Post Natal Pilates Instructor through Jennifer Gianni. This certification has inspired Julie to continue her education in Rebozo (Mexican Scarf technique used by mid wives) and Doula techniques. Working with prenatal clients has been her passion for close to ten years now. Julie specializes in working with prenatal clients with special circumstances including mulitiples, pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, breech, back issues, multiple sclerosis, high blood pressure, autoimmune disorders and prolapse of the pelvic floor fascia. She has also created a postnatal Pilates rehab program to help new moms recuperate and recover from diatasis recti and pelvic floor fatigue. In addition to new and expectant mothers, Julie works daily with senior clients helping them to stay flexible, strong and fit and specializes in lower back and abdominal rehab for all ages.
SHER BORRELL
PILATES/BALLET FIT/GYROTONIC®/GYROKINESIS®
Sher has over 20 years of teaching experience and holds an A.A in general education, a B.A. in dance from the University of California, Irvine, has passed her grade 5 Cecchetti ballet exams, performed on dance teams and has always been interested in cutting edge fitness. Sher received her Pilate’s Certification under Tracy Fitzpatrick at Aline Studios in Newport Beach. She is both a GYROKINESIS® and GYROTONIC® pre – trainer under Lisa Marie Goodwin- Rice. She has studied with numerous master trainers in the states and abroad, and is certified on all of the specialized equipment. Under Paul Horvath and Uwe Herbstreit, she has completed the therapeutic applications for pelvic girdle, shoulder girdle and scoliosis. Sher has taken the rejuvenation course, GYROKINESIS® level 1 and level 2, and GYROTONIC® level 2 with Julio Horvath. She has completed GYROTONIC® Applications for the Hip and Knee (with Lisa Marie), GYROTONIC® Psoas Principles, GYROTONIC® for Golf , GYROTONIC® for Dancers 1 and 2, and other specialized courses in both modalities. It brings her great joy to see peoples lives change while connecting in mind, body and spirit.
COURTNEY GARVIN
CERTIFIED PILATES INSTRUCTOR / PRE-NATAL & POST NATAL PILATES
Courtney began studying Pilates 18 years ago and was hooked after only a few sessions! She immediately noticed positive changes in her posture, muscle tone and flexibility as well as relief from chronic back pain. Wanting to share her passion and enthusiasm for the Pilates method, Courtney earned her teaching certification from Power Pilates in 2009. In addition to Pilates, Courtney also has extensive dance training and has studied ballet and drama at New York University, North Carolina School of the Arts and the Atlanta Ballet School.