While growing up in Anchorage, Alaska I spent most of my time in the dance studio. In addition to taking a wide range of dance classes and rehearsing, I began to spend time as the assistant for one of my instructors; developing my teaching skills and sparking an ongoing interest in helping others enjoy their movement experience. I continued to teach dance classes in Eugene as I worked on my degree at the University of Oregon. 

After graduation, I began taking Pilates classes at Carpe Diem, realizing how beneficial the classes were not only for my body but also for my state of mind. Because of this, I jumped at the chance to earn my assessment based Pilates certificate at Carpe Diem when it was offered.

I was recently able to join the Carpe Diem team full-time, and I am thrilled about having the opportunity to work with our clients; to help him or her experience and understand movement and to appreciate both the physical and the mental benefits of exercise.