Meet Lizzie — Founder and Instructor at The Pilates Space With over a decade of teaching experience, Lizzie brings a deep understanding of movement, alignment, and strength to every Pilates session. A proud Louisiana State University (LSU) graduate with a degree in Kinesiology, she combines scientific knowledge of the body with a passion for mindful movement to help clients feel and function at their best. Before discovering Pilates, Lizzie spent years as an equestrian, where she developed an appreciation for balance, control, and body awareness — qualities that naturally led her to Pilates. What began as cross-training quickly became a lifelong practice and career. Lizzie completed her comprehensive BASI Pilates teacher training in 2014, one of the most respected teacher training programs in the world, and is currently advancing her education through the BASI Legacy Program, an elite mentorship designed for experienced instructors seeking to deepen their craft. Outside the studio, Lizzie is an avid marathon runner who firmly believes that Pilates is the perfect complement to any athletic pursuit — especially running. Her teaching emphasizes strength, stability, and flow, helping every client move with confidence and ease, both in and out of the studio. At The Pilates Space, Lizzie creates a welcoming, authentic environment where people of all levels can discover the transformative power of Pilates.

Mary has been teaching Pilates for over 8 years. She has danced throughout her life and graduated Summa Cum Laude from Sam Houston State University in 2017. While at SHSU, Mary completed her Pilates mat and comprehensive training through Balanced Body under the mentorship of Betty Nicolay. In 2023, Mary graduated from Peak Pilates’ “Discover Move and Inspire,” a Master’s Pilates certification program under the guidance of Nancy Hurd, Cherry Herzog, and Laura Hampton. She has taken workshops under Lolita San Miguel, Chris Robinson, Carrie Samper, and many other esteemed instructors in the national Pilates community. Mary would describe her teaching style as precise and technical, with an emphasis on posture, proprioception and fun! With experience teaching beginners to super advanced clientele, she loves to tailor session programming to challenge every client, regardless of ability, at an appropriate, safe level. Mary personally trains seriously in classical Pilates every week through her own personal practice, prides herself on being a forever student, and continually seeks out continuing education within the Pilates community to grow. She loves to teach the classical system across the spectrum of apparatuses and greatly enjoys teaching her clientele about the origin and history of Contrology. If Mary could go back and talk to one historical figure – it would most definitely be Joseph Pilates!

Kelli has been a Pilates practitioner for over twenty years, and even spent several years as an instructor. Kelli has recently completed her Pilates training through BASI Pilates during the summer of 2024 and is thrilled to be a part of the team at TPS. In addition to Pilates, Kelli is a realtor in the DFW area and looks forward to incorporating her passion for Pilates into her real estate career.

As an avid mover from a very young age, Grace began her Pilates journey at age 14 to help supplement her intensive ballet training. Grace was captivated by the internal strength and awareness Pilates helped her acquire, supporting her body and mind through the physical demands of her dance career.  Grace graduated from TCU’s School of Classical & Contemporary Dance in 2020, where she completed her 650-hour comprehensive Pilates certification with additional courses in anatomy, special populations, and the history and repertoire of classical Pilates. Over the course of her teaching career, Grace has worked with many individuals with specialized needs, such as, joint replacements, spinal limitations, Scoliosis, Osteoporosis, pre and post-natal clients and more. She has created and implemented specialized movement programs for professional dancers, NBA and NFL athletes, professional golfers, and the everyday professional looking to move functionally through their daily goals and activities.   Grace has been teaching for 6 years &  describes her teaching style as athletic and progressive but aligns closely with her classical Pilates training. Her sessions have a deep emphasis on precision, technique, and mindfulness.

Sam has been practicing Pilates for almost a decade and teaching consistently for 4 years. Originally from Southern California, she received her certification in Orange County from Studio du Corps and moved to Dallas in 2020 where she has been teaching her beloved clients ever since.

Julia is a Balanced Body–certified Pilates instructor whose journey into the method was deeply personal. She fell in love with Pilates after witnessing the remarkable impact consistent practice had on her father, who lives with Parkinson’s Disease. That experience ignited a passion for helping others feel stronger, more connected, and more confident in their movement. Known for her keen eye and meticulous attention to detail, Julia ensures every session is both safe and effective. Her upbeat personality and infectious sense of humor bring a joyful energy to the studio—you’ll be working hard and laughing just as much!