Our studio is run by 2 sisters and their Dad so just coming in and watching the entertaining dynamics is reason enough to sign up! We have by far some of the most inspirational, quality instructors you will find to assist with any physical challenge you have, or any goal you want to fulfill.  Don’t wait any longer! 

Steamboat Pilates Team

Wendy Puckett/Owner/Instructor

Wendy is a fully certified instructor through the Physicalmind Institute and has been teaching for 7 years.  She is a former NCAA captain for the University of Colorado cross-country/track teams.  She passionately credits Pilates for her strength and flexibility needed to excel in her marathons,  Mt. Biking, and skiing, as well as for her rebound after having two children.  She has been a resource for Runner’s World magazine about the benefits of Pilates and marathon training while preparing for her 3rd Boston Marathon.  Her extensive understanding of the body and its mechanics will help you leave her class feeling stronger and re-inspired to go out and achieve your goals.

Kristin Stevenson/Owner/Instructor

A fully certified instructor through the Physicalmind Institute, she has been teaching for 14 years with a background emphasizing rehabilitation.  She is co-owner of The Pilates Training Institute, a comprehensive Pilates certifying center taking people to a deeper level of understanding of the body and its mechanics through Pilates.  Her bachelor of Science/Kinesiology degree, former Athletic Trainer at the Univ. of Colorado, injury prevention educator for Italian cycling and dance teams, and six years in a physical therapy clinic brings a well-rounded knowledge to the studio to challenge and assist clients of all levels. As a former competitive ski racer she realizes the importance of a strong core. You will “enjoy” finding muscles you didn’t know you had after her class.

Becky Holloran/Instructor

A fully certified instructor through the Physicalmind Institute, as well as a certified Yoga instructor.   Becky utilizes the concepts of Pilates and Yoga to excel in her recreational activities of soccer, back-country skiing, and mountaineering.  She has an eye for body movements and will take you to a deeper level in your core through her knowledge and awareness of how the body moves.  With her enthusiasm and motivation,  you will leave feeling proud and excited of your body’s new found capabilities.  Her passion for the outdoors will have you sprinting for the trails to apply your new strength.

Dana Tredway/Instructor

A fully certified instructor through the Physicalmind Institute and former competitive gymnast, Dana was so inspired by her own achievements with Pilates, that she dedicated herself to the intense instructor training while still running her CPA firm.  She balances her time between her two teenage daughters, and her various recreation activities with the help of her new found energy that Pilates has provided.  Dana uses her knowledge and humor to challenge you to dig deeper in your core and uncontrollably smile the whole time you’re doing it.

 

Christy Borden/ Instructor

Christy Borden began practicing Pilates in 1997 at a classical Pilates studio in New York City.  She is a fully  certified instructor through the Physicalmind Institute.  After returning to her hometown of Steamboat to raise her two children, Christy began training with Steamboat Pilates. She finds the combination of her versatile training she received from Steamboat Pilates along with her classical client training from NY, a perfect fit for herself and clients.  Christy hopes to help everyone she works with find a strong connection to their core that will help them in their life and activities outside of the studio.  She also enjoys working with kids to help them begin their athletic careers with a strong core.

 

Emily Colin/ Instructor

Emily has completed the Physicalmind Instructor Training Program while pursuing her goal of skiing on the U.S. Ski Team.  She discovered Pilates while rehabilitating her knee and leg from a major ski crash. She returned to racing stronger than ever and now shares her knowledge and passion with our clients when she’s not traveling.  She is an artist and a college student in her free time.

 

Bink Smith/Owner

Bink, the Dad, as we speak is working out on the reformer.  Bink worked as a General Manager at Nike for over 17 years.  Traveling all over the world landing in Beaverton, Oregon, Pusan, Korea and finally here in Steamboat Springs where he retired from Nike and became a consultant for Smartwool and various companies locally and nationally.  He now attempts to keep his three daughters and two young grandsons in line and on track, his most challenging job yet.

 

 

Stephanie Silva/ Instructor/ Massage therapist

Stephanie has also completed our Physicalmind instructor training program as well as all of the required apprentice hours.  She attended the University of Northern Colorado where she received a B.A. in Kinesiology.  She is also a certified massage therapist, so after she helps your body become aligned and centered, you can walk right into her massage room and get the incredible benefits of her massage.

 

 

Jules Pelzer/Instructor

A certified instructor through Stott Pilates, Jules has enjoyed living in Steamboat Springs, putting Pilates concepts into full use on a daily basis within her own body and with clients.  She especially has seen improvements in her running, kayaking, and skiing.  Jules is from Minnesota originally, but moved to Colorado to pursue her passion for white water.  She has guided rivers as a professional river guide for 5 years on 12 different rivers, both domestically and internationally.  Her love for the outdoors coincides with her love for being strong internally through Pilates.  She looks forward to helping you find the stability, agility, and mind-body awareness that exists in all of us.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Gina graduated with 1300 hours from the Hawaiian Island School of Body Therapies and Wellness Center.  She offers treatment and medical massage, myofascial and trigger point therapy, sports massage, deep tissue and reflexology.

Steph graduated from Boulder College of Massage Therapy and has a B.A.in Kinesiology from U.N.C. She offers sports and orthopedic massage, Swedish and deep tissue as well as pre-natal massage.