Club Pilates

Bios

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  Kristen Kalemba

  Pilates Instructor

  Kristen was first introduced to Pilates by her sister-in-law. From that very first class, she instantly fell in love. It challenged her both mentally and physically and she just could not get enough! She wanted to share her passion for Pilates with others and decided to become an Instructor. She completed her 500 hour comprehensive training through Club Pilates Teacher Training Program in September, 2018. She thoroughly enjoys the challenge of helping her clients strive to reach their goals. Kristen grew up in Cary, IL and currently lives in Lake In The Hills with her husband Ryan, their eleven year old son Colin and their nine year old daughter Kylie. When she isn't in the studio, she's cheering her kids on from the sidelines! Kristen enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, gardening and being crafty.

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  Monique White

  Pilates Instructor

  Monique discovered apparatus based Pilates about 15 years ago, but unfortunately never found an outlet close enough to fulfill her curiosity. Throughout the years, taking care of a family became more of a priority, but she was able to carve out time for exercise by walking and doing at-home workout programs. When Club Pilates opened in the Rockford area, she finally had a chance to meet the Reformer and it was love at first sight! As she began to take classes at the studio, her love for Pilates began to grow. It was small changes that she began to see in her body that made her want to continue to learn, to the point of accepting the invitation to enroll in Club Pilate's Teacher Training Program and complete the 500-hour comprehensive training. She has also obtained an Activ-Motion certification. Monique believes Pilates is for everyBODY, and in her classes, she stresses the importance of progressing as an individual according to ones physical strengths and weakness. Monique finds joy in helping her students enjoy their Reformer workout, just as much as she enjoys hers, and can't wait to see you in class soon!

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  Christine Helminiak

  Pilates Instructor

  Christine was a dancer for over 20 years and incorporated mat pilates later on in her dance career. She noticed how much it improved her fitness level and always had a passion for it. Christine has been teaching dance & Barre for years and just recently finished her Pilates teacher training. She also owns horses and rides competitively. Since adding pilates in consistently, again she notices a big difference in how her horses respond when she rides them. When she’s not teaching or riding Christine loves being with her husband and her two boys. She’s excited to be a part of Club Pilates.

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  Robin Schlichting

  Owner & Pilates Instructor

  Robin Schlichting is the owner of Club Pilates Algonquin & Chandan Place. She has lived in Rockford her whole life, spending 30 years as a Respiratory Therapist. She has 5 children and 9 grandchildren. Her first daughter owns a CrossFit gym in Maui, her second daughter teaches at Club Pilates in Tampa, and her third daughter teaches in Rockford and Algonquin. She loves her family tremendously and enjoys helping out those she loves. She opened her first studio in June of 2017 and her second in June of 2018. Being a Respiratory Therapist, she understands that focusing on our breath is an important aspect of life, and Club Pilates mission falls perfectly in line with that.

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  Trudy Altman

  Pilates Instructor

  Trudy loves all things health and fitness! She is a certified Pilates Instructor, Personal Trainer, and holds a certification in Sports Nutrition. She has competed in 8 body building shows, earning misc placings in the figure division. Her love for fitness started in 2010 when she weighed in at 205 pounds and decided to take her health back and join a gym. In 2018, she had rotator cuff surgery, and it was during post rehab that she fell in love with Pilates and all it has to offer. It helped her regain her mobility and offer a kinder effective workout for her body. Trudy is a stickler for form and will always challenge you to do just a little more than you think you're capable of, all while keeping you safe and having fun! In the words of Trudy, "Come flow with me at Club Pilates!"

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  Jen Lashock

  Lead Pilates Instructor

  Jen began her Pilates journey in high school taking private lessons, she loved the benefits and challenges of Pilates, but didn't really enjoy the mellow vibe. When her parents opened Club Pilates Chandan Place, she loved the classes and couldn't believe how much fun it was in comparison to her previous Pilates experience! At that time, she wanted to become a Pilates instructor, so she received her 500 hour comprehensive training through Club Pilates in August of 2017, shortly after she acquired her Barre Above certification. She enjoys her time in the studio, seeing the members progress, and creating new ways to challenge them. Jen grew up in the Rockford area and currently lives in Belvidere with her husband Nick, their 7 year old son Drake, and 6 year old twin girls Kennedy & Sienna. She loves her part-time teaching career that allows her to spend a lot of time with her kids, and she's able to keep fitness and holistic health a priority in her life. She encourages you to try all of the classes we offer at Club Pilates Chandan Place and looks forward to seeing you in the studio!