Rachel Lanzas, Sole Owner

Rachel holds a Bachelors in Information Sciences and a minor in Auditing from Louisiana State University.  She previously worked as an auditor in the Oil and Gas industry, and then as a stay at home mom.  It was after the birth of her daughter that she became active in Pilates through group club classes.  She quickly realized that she was in love and began mentoring with a local Pilates studio owner.  She eventually bought Pilates Bodies from its previous owner and began her dream of owning her own business and doing something everyday that she adores!  She has worked diligently to grow the studio from 5 classes per week in a 300 square feet space to over 40 classes per week in an 2000 square feet space.  Her passion has expanded to include Yoga and TRX, believing that cross training is essential to balance the body.

Rachel is certified through Body Arts and Science International (BASI) in the Pilates Comprehensive Teacher Training course.  She is also a certified TRX Trainer. Her strength is group training with an athletic style approach to body conditioning.  Rachel is co-creator of Pilates Bodies unique Barre Fusion technique, which combines ballet, pilates, yoga, and stretch. She believes that Pilates is a life long learning process and she is passionate about sharing with others.  

 

Shannon Young

Shannon began training in Pilates right after the birth of her son in 2003 in a vein attempt to reshape her body and reach her pre-pregnancy weight. It became apparent within the first few sessions that this would become a lifelong practice and love.   After several years of training on the

South Shore , she moved to the Northshore.  Here, encouraged by her current teacher, she decided to persue her Pilates Comprehensive Teachers Training certification through BASI. She is also a certified TRX trainer.

This Empowering switch in mindset and career is allowing Shannon to teach others to love and challenge themselves in their own bodies and minds through Pilates. Becoming a good role model and a happier and more content person in general, she hopes to encourage others to take control and find their center in the same manner she has. 

Shannon lives in Abita Springs with her husband Sean, son Quinn, and daughter Lola.  She runs her jewelry business, Lolaboo Designs there, and enjoys spending as much time as possible with her family.

 

 

Caroline Deveraux
Caroline has attained her Reformer certification with MODERN PILATES. She holds a degree in journalism with an emphasis in public relations from the University of Southern Mississippi. With 10 years of Pilates experience and 15+ years of dance background in classical ballet, including teaching pre-ballet and intermediate ballet classes, Caroline understands the benefits of Pilates for dancers and non-dancers alike. She is passionate about fostering health and wellness in others lives.  Caroline  is co-creator of Pilates Bodies unique Barre Fusion technique, which combines ballet, pilates, yoga, and stretch.

Sharon Evans

34 years of sitting in front of a computer working at a major corporation left Sharon with serious spine issues. In 2001, after several rounds of medication and physical therapy, the condition improved, but she knew she was looking for something that would help her in the long-term. Sharon started to hear about Pilates and it caught her attention. At that time, she didn't know about all of its benefits, like strengthening your core, keeping your spine pliable, and improving your posture. Sharon discovered a new studio close to home and signed up for her first package of private sessions with a trainer. She knew after the first session that she was hooked. What she didn't realize was that her love of Pilates would lead her to a new career.

In 2004, Sharon completed the first step by becoming mat certified through the PhysicalMind Institute. It took her three more years to become fully certified in all equipment but that dream was finally realized with her successful test out in Los Angeles in May of 2009.  Pilates has made a wonderful difference in Sharon's quality of life. She firmly believe that Pilates has helped her live life without pain or surgery.  Sharon looks forward to introducing new clients to The Method ® Pilates. She believes she can make a difference in your life also.

Genny Creel

Jenny attained her bachelor’s degree in accounting in 1995.  After college she began focusing on her career and let exercise go to the wayside.  She’s no stranger to exercise having been brought up dancing (ballet, jazz and modern/contemporary).  In college, she was dancing four hours a day and choreographing modern dance numbers for Southeastern’s Danceworks program.  After her first child, she began hitting the gym and taking random classes. She had her third child in December 2009 and, at that time, at the age of 38, had a hard time getting the baby weight off.  So in July of 2010 after her 20^th high school reunion and at the heaviest she’d ever been, began taking Pilates at Pilates Bodies.  She lost most of her baby weight.  With the encouragement and support of her current Pilates instructor and loving family, she became licensed to teach ZUMBA FITNESS^® in October 2011.  And in December, she was trained in house to teach Pilates Barre.  Since that time has lost the remaining baby weight and then some.  While she still works at her 40 hour/week job, she arranges her schedule to take and teach classes.  She can’t deny the passion she’s found with Pilates and ZUMBA FITNESS^®

Brandy Manguno

Brandy, a native to New Orleans, has practiced Yoga since she was a teenager. A United States Marine for eight years, she understands the need for peace and enjoys a good challenge within a workout. By day she is a Tax Accountant and finds balance by teaching Yoga in her private time.Sitting at a desk sometimes up to 10 hours a day, computers & phones, dealing with stress, day after day, she has experienced the lack of movement that comes with “the job”.Recently, she took her journey to a new level becoming a certified yoga instructor and desires to share what she has learned with all. Brandy is RYT200 Certified in Vinyasa style of Yoga and is currently working towards to RYT500 Certification to include a therapeutic approach.

Melissa Cretin

RYT200 Yoga Cetified, currently working towards her RYT500 Certification.

Christina Baldwin

Christina is a native of Rochester, New York who holds a degree in Political Science from State University at Buffalo and a Juris Doctor degree from Western New England University of Law. She has always had a deep love physical fitness and nutrition. She has been weight-training for 12 years and enjoys mixing up her fitness routine with yoga and pilates. Her passion to help others maintain a healthy, balanced lifestyle has led her to becoming a certified AFAA personal trainer