Behind the Scenes at Pilates on Plains: The Road to Opening Day
If you’ve ever walked into a brand-new Pilates studio and thought, “Wow, this looks so effortless,” let me assure you… it’s anything but! Opening Pilates on Plains has been a whirlwind of planning, paperwork, and pulling together the most amazing team, all while squeezing in a few personal milestones and adventures along the way.
The City Hall Shuffle (with a Little Help from Tank)
We’re almost there with our City Hall approvals, just a few more hoops to jump through before we get the official green light. I will say this: Tank, our unofficial studio mascot, has been an absolute star in the process. He came with me to one of my visits, and honestly, how can anyone resist that adorable face? I’m convinced he’s our secret weapon in charm-based negotiations. He left with a full belly of treats and lovins’
Building the Dream Team
One of the best parts of this whole journey has been finding the right people to bring Pilates on Plains to life. I didn’t just want good instructors—I wanted inspiring, welcoming, passionate people who light up the room and make clients feel instantly at home.
And that’s exactly who we’ve got.
We have a Precision Guru: Knows anatomy inside out and will have you feeling muscles you didn’t even know existed (in the best way possible).
We have a Creative Flow Artist: Brings energy and fun into every class, making you forget you’re actually working out.
We have a Gentle Encourager: Perfect for beginners, post-rehab, or anyone who wants to take things slow but still see real results.
And the Soon-to-Be Mama: Jade is due any day now! and will be back to the studio with her trademark positivity once her new little Pilates prodigy arrives.
Each of them brings their own unique style and “secret sauce” to the mix, which means we’ll have something for everyone—whether you’re here to sweat, stretch, or strengthen.
Beyond the team of instructors we have 2 amazing spa technicians that are hilariously fun to be around. They never stop working and never stop smiling.
I wouldn’t be even close to where I am without my new friend Shelley. She is the creative brains behind everything you see. She designed this amazing website, whips up IG posts that would take me…well, I’d still be stealing pics off the internet. 😂 She makes us all look amazing on camera…I should say me..she makes me look amazing…my teachers are all young and happen to be gorgeous too. 😉 She created a logo that I am absolutely in love with. Stay tuned… we’ve got some great swag coming your way featuring her beautiful design!
Picture Perfect Moments
Our photo shoot with the ever-talented Shelley was such a highlight. No wardrobe changes—just us, as we are, putting our best (bare) feet forward. We laughed, we posed, and we managed to capture not just great shots but the heart of what Pilates on Plains will be all about—connection, energy, and a warm welcome for everyone who walks through the door.
A Little R&R Before the Big Push
Somehow, I managed to sneak away for one last mini-vacation to one of my favourite places: Saratoga, NY, during race season. Horses, sunshine, and just enough time to recharge before heading into the final stretch of studio prep.
It Takes a Village
They say it takes a village, and I couldn’t agree more. Friends, family, and our soon-to-be Pilates community have cheered, helped, and encouraged me every step of the way. This studio is as much theirs as it is mine.
So, as we count down to opening day, know that behind every reformer, every class, and every smile, there’s been a lot of heart—and a whole lot of behind-the-scenes hustle. I can’t wait to welcome you in and share it all with you in person.