Studio Owner, Lead Instructor, Individual & Small Group Training

Growing up as a competitive dancer and performer, Erica discovered her passion for Pilates at a young age. With a lifelong dedication to fitness and movement, she has honed her skills in Pilates over many years. In 2015, Erica pursued her dream of becoming a certified Pilates Instructor through Peak Pilates, a renowned classical training program.

In 2019, Erica embarked on an intensive training program to deepen her knowledge of Pilates and master the original teachings of Joseph and Clara Pilates. She is now recognized as a Nationally Certified Pilates Instructor with certification number 24342577.

Drawing from her background in anatomy and physiology, which dates back to her early education in paramedicine and emergency medical services, Erica brings a unique understanding to her teaching. She particularly enjoys working with diverse clients such as the actively aging, athletes, men, yogis, and individuals who share her passion for movement.

Erica lives in Shoreview with her family. In addition to Pilates, Erica enjoys practicing hot yoga, being a soccer mom, dog mom, spending time with family & friends, drinking wine and travel. She is a professional singer and her husband is a professional guitar player. Erica regularly performs at many different music venues, events and weddings throughout the Twin Cities. www.ericawestmusic.com

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Small Group Class Instructor

Mikayla Rudolf, originally from Mankato, MN, graduated from Texas Christian University (TCU) with a BFA in Ballet, a Child Development minor, Arts Leadership and Entrepreneurship Certificate, and a Pilates Teaching Certificate. She began her Pilates journey in 2019 and quickly discovered a passion for how Pilates offered numerous benefits as supplemental exercise to her dance training. After benefiting from the increased body awareness and restorative aspects of Pilates, she wanted to be able to share that with others. She then applied and was offered a place in the TCU Pilates Teacher Training program, a certification path that involves 700 hours of intensive Pilates education.

As an instructor, Mikayla believes it is her job to foster an inclusive community of learners. She wants each client to feel a sense of belonging and be comfortable enough to always communicate with her to bring value to each session and keep practitioners safe. Mikayla is determined to create opportunities for all people to experience movement, and she admires how Pilates is a universally accessible movement practice.

Small Group Class Instructor

With over a decade of experience as an aerialist, Emma brings a deep appreciation of movement and holistic well-being to her Pilates practice. Introduced to Pilates after sustaining injuries, Emma's passion for this transformative exercise method led her to become a certified instructor. Starting her journey with Pilates at a young age, Emma is grateful for the opportunity to now share her expertise as an instructor.

Emma is nearing the completion of her extensive training program here in the Twin Cities, where she is pursuing a Nationally accredited classical training program. She is currently a recognized pilates instructor with several hundred hours of training and teaching.

Small Group Class Apprentice Instructor

Maria is currently in Pilates teacher training with BASI (Body Arts and Science International); she completed her mat training in 2023 and will complete her equipment based education with the advanced pilates apparatus training this summer in Newport Beach, California at the BASI headquarter location. She was first introduced to Pilates as a form of postnatal recovery but quickly developed a deep appreciation for Pilates' focus on functional movement and mind-body connection.

Having grown up in the Bavarian Alps, Maria has been rock climbing for over 25 years and is an avid hiker.

Small Group Class Apprentice Instructor