Meet the Founder

With dual certifications in both Contemporary and Classical Pilates and backed by nearly three decades of teaching, clinical, and business experience, Marlene uniquely understands the challenges Pilates instructors face. Marlene bridges the gap between the practice and business of Pilates and draws on her entrepreneurial experience to help others navigate industry challenges. Her programs are distinguished by a rich foundation in anatomy and movement analysis.

Marlene has founded two Pilates studios, supported, mentored, trained and promoted established and emerging teachers in Vancouver, B.C. over the last decade, as well as supported a culture of devoted practitioners that continue with her today. 

Marlene’s careful attention to detail, educational background and years of dedicated Classical Pilates study allow her to present this exciting and unique modality in an accessible and approachable manner. She believes in supporting curiosity and rigorous practice with accurate knowledge to help build the confidence of competent Classical Pilates teachers and practitioners of the future. 

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Testimonials

  • Marlene is a Pilates instructor's Pilates instructor. I know, as it's my profession as well and Marlene is one of the few instructors in this city that I choose to go to in order to deepen my own embodiment of Pilates.”

    -Oliver

  • “I’ve always suffered from back/shoulder/joint pain and regular gym workouts were making my pain worse. Marlene has helped me pinpoint and strengthen the weak parts of my body and I am no longer in pain.  I remember the first session she quickly spotted I was hyper mobile in my joints and still to this day catches me if I’m doing the exercises incorrectly. She is very caring and attentive.”

    -Dina

  • “Marlene is a truly committed and enthusiastic instructor. I have always been apprehensive about body work such as Pilates due to an extensive spinal fusion from scoliosis surgery, plus neurological difficulties, but Marlene does extensive homework to help her clients. Not only have I felt improvement in my strength but my day to day movements too. I have been taking regular private classes with her for a couple of months now and plan on continuing for as long as I can!”

    -Mayah

  • “Marlene is very attentive, caring, and professional. She is well trained and highly experienced, and at the same time, completely open to feedback and adjusting the exercises to my needs. She has a genuine personality and I have never seen her do a sales pitch or up-sell anything. Among many exercises I have tried, I have found Pilates the most effective for building core strength and awareness. It has helped me correct my posture, build strength in key muscles that are typically neglected at the gym, and reduced pressure in my lower back disks.”

    -Sina

  • “I work on my feet all day and suffer with my back & shoulders, Marlene pinpointed the troubled areas by just looking at my stance. Would highly recommend a visit to this beautiful studio. I felt relief in the space of an hour & now a repeat client. Marlene is amazing and keeps you motivated throughout!”

    -Joe

  • I have tried many different fitness classes and have had Private Pilates sessions before and never felt my glutes. In six sessions with Marlene I not only feel my glutes, but my whole body feels (and moves) differently.

    -Kiera