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Lariesa has over 25 years of experience in the fitness industry, and has been helping people all over the world reach their fitness goals. Lariesa is a Nationally-recognized trainer, known for her motivating personality and ability to connect with her students. Lariesa was featured In PILATES STYLE MAGAZINE, was the owner/founder of Pilates of Eastlake in San Diego County for 15 years, and is the creator of BestBodyOnDemand.com.

She’s the author of Your Beautiful Body: Using Pilates to Overcome Weight Loss Obstacles and co-author of What You Need to Know About Getting Into Shape. Her new book Get Your Best Body By Overcoming Weight Loss Obstacles was just published, and is now available on Amazon. She was the lead role in 3 Nationally-sold Fitness DVDs, was featured on Comcast Cable Television as an expert guest speaker, and interviewed on over 20 radio stations across the country. Currently Lariesa is the writer for the Health and Wellness column in the New Braunfels Monthly Magazine.

Lariesa graduated from the University of Washington, and holds multiple certifications in the fitness industry.

Learn more at www.LariesaHodges.com

Pat was first introduced to the Pilates Method in 1996. During this time she became interested in deepening her knowledge of the mind-body connection. She is passionate about Pilates and her clients healthy well being by helping them improve their lives through Pilates.
Pat holds a comprehensive certification in all Pilates equipment through Balanced Body.  Her specialty certifications are “Pilates for Scoliosis” through the Pilates Alliance of Australia,  “Pre and Post Rehab” through the National Pilates Certification Program,  Pre and Post Natal” through Basi Pilates Program and a Barre certified instructor through Balanced Body and Barre Above.
“My mission in Pilates is to help my clients rebuild, restrengthen, rebalance and restore their bodies from the inside out.”

Michelle has been a fitness instructor since 2011, and is loved for her vibrant personality and ability to make her students smile. She is a professional singer/dancer/actress, and enjoys performing in multiple cities. She loves to give a great workout but make it fun as well! Michelle has certifications in Comprehensive Pilates, Barre as well as Aqua and Zumba. She is also working on her Personal Training Certification. Michelle is so excited to start teaching for Pilates Barre of New Braunfels and can’t wait to have you in her class!