About Kari
My Background
I have studied dance my entire life and the art of moving is something I constantly crave. I was first introduced to the Pilates method in college and was impressed by the exacting and intuitive approach it had on maintaining and healing my body throughout a rigorous dance program.
After receiving a BS in Dance and Arts Administration from Butler University, I launched my professional dance career both domestically and abroad. I have performed in cities all across the United States including 10 years as a Radio City Rockette.
Now spending my time in the Pilates studio, I strive to deliver sessions that are centering, filled with good humor and tailored to each individual client's needs. I try to create a fluid balance between challenge and relaxation, shaping a 55-minute session that is exacting, centering and invigorating.
Training:
In my own Pilates practice, I remain a forever student committed to learning from some of the industry’s most notable teachers across the country. Out of Town Pilates came out of a dream in 2018. A cross-country road trip to find my next home (after living in big cities dancing professionally since college) was born.
I visited numerous studios all with different methodologies and finally landed in Nashville (my last stop!) in 2019. Every place I've traveled has had a profound effect on the way I teach and look at the body. While focusing on Authentic Pilates, I work with the body in front of me to give you the best lesson that day according to your needs. Because of the spontaneity that results session after session, you will never have the same session twice with what I bring from my Out Of Town experience!
Here's a brief list of some of my completed certifications and workshops:
- National Pilates Certification Program, NCPT
- New York Pilates Studio® Teacher Certification Program under the United States Pilates Association® / Brett Howard
- Pilates Youth Organization / Brett Howard
- Progressing Ballet Technique / Marie Walton-Mahon
- Functional Anatomy & Kinesiology for Dance Education / Guest facilitators from the Harkness Center for Dance Injuries NYC
- Kinesthetic Anatomy Course on The Limbs / Irene Dowd NYC
- Dance for PD Certification / David Leventhal
- Rock Steady Boxing Certification / Christine Timberlake
