About Chantall

I am a mover & (bootie) shaker, I love to dance.

Connection and community is everything to me I am honored to teach humans about their bodies, work them well and take control over their wellbeing and lives.

I cue with food references because, awesome food is my vibe.

My superpower is, to guide the weak and overstretched (looking at you, former yoga addicts) out of their misery.

My pilates teacher journey was unusual. I was not the ex-ballerina, I was tight, clumsy and far from a graceful mover. I had to work hard, and I loved it. I felt stronger, my pants fit "better", I took up yoga, kick-boxing, step-aerobics. My food choices changed. My life changed. I had the unusual gift to be able to study and learn from some of the best movement teachers in the field. NYC was the home of Joe Pilates, after all.

I successfully taught in different locations in Manhattan and Brooklyn, until I followed the call to Santa Fe in July 2014.

I am a seeker, and I love to learn new things. Challenge my beliefs and convictions. I crave change, but after almost 18 years of working with Pilates, it still blows my brain. It kicks my butt and soothes me when my body need a rest, recovery or TLC. It is timeless and of this time.

That means, that even after almost 20 years of very regular practice, I am still challenged. Physically, mentally, and emotionally. I have to get my act together when I practice. I have to be present and really commit to an hour of paying attention to my body and mind. Considering Mr. P was born 100 years ago and the method is "old", and the foundation to so many fitness fads. It rehabilitated thousands of dancers and other bodies, it is here to stay. To me it's a form of moving meditation, that makes you aware, capable and strong.

Most people who walk through the doors of my studio are in pain, be it from injury or lack of movement, unable to live a life they really want to live. Some are and have been exercising for a long time and have wrecked their bodies, wanting to improve their sports performance.

Pilates might not be our first choice, but strengthening what's weakest and waking up dormant muscle groups. I will teach you how your body works and together we create a new awareness, as part of your new superpower. This is a strategy to get you onto the path with your body, the body you inhabit, the body you deserve. A body that serves you well. Resilient, confident, strong. Inside and out.

Let me help you to take the fist step and the 1,000 steps thereafter.

Your journey starts now. I am so glad you're here!