Move Smarter To Feel Better. Pilates, GYROTONIC® and GYROKINESIS® Exerercise, Yoga and more!
01/04/2026
I’m too busy.
I don’t have time.
I don’t like the gym.
I have no motivation.
I’m exhausted and don’t have energy for myself.
I don’t feel like I fit in at the gym or other studios.
I’m afraid of group classes because I don’t want to re-injure myself.
ALL valid, BUT, all are excuses to “not”.
If these things are holding you back, you found US for a reason. We specialize in the details. You are not a number. 👏
Get started today with us, book your free consultation! 👏🫶💪
12/21/2025
Ever feel pain in your lower back after Pilates or feel like your lower back “pops” off the carriage during Feet in Straps? Or maybe you feel it all in your hip flexors instead of your glutes?
Let’s talk a powerful proprioceptive tool you can use during class - by placing your hands on your ASIS (the bony points of your hips) and your p***c symphysis, you’ll create a physical “triangle.”
Why we do this:
➡️ Visible Alignment: If your hands stay level like a tray full of holiday drinks, you’re in a neutral pelvis. If they rock toward your face, you’ve lost that deep core connection of stability.
➡️ Proprioception in Action: This tactile feedback tells your brain exactly where your pelvis is in space, helping you ditch momentum and find true stability.
➡️ The “Back Line” Burn: When the pelvis is stable, your hamstrings and glutes have no choice but to show up and do the work.
This technical foundation is what allows us to eventually move into different planes of motion with total control. At our studio, we believe the details matter.
12/18/2025
We can never have too much fun! We are loving our 12 Days of Christmas in classes this week!
A birdie told us 5 golden rings has been the toughest so far?! 🤪🔥💪
What’s your vote??
Also, get excited we are only on day 7!!! 🎄❄️🎄
12/15/2025
Welcome officially to our new group of studio apprentices & congrats on finishing your Level 2 Comprehensive Pilates Trainer Courses.
This weekend we finished up session 2 with more nuances and details! 🥰👏💪
So proud of these women & can’t wait to continue watching them bloom. 🌸
Special thanks also to my assistants .pilates & 🫶✨💪
12/10/2025
✨✨✨ “Movement will give you access to JOY that will dramatically improve the quality of your life, help support mental health, and create more meaning and belonging.” - Kelly McGonigal ✨✨✨
Movement has the power to transform & propel us forward in life. It doesn’t always look the same & isn’t always a giant step or a giant leap. Movement can be soft, subtle - like breath & movement can be athletic and powerful like running!
Focus in this month on the movement you are experiencing and explore what truly brings you joy & warmth this season. Be intune with it & trust it. Even if it’s an ounce of stillness, know that you are building.
If it’s a BIG move, embrace it & dive in with your whole heart. Give it 100% - what do you have to lose? 👏✨
If you aren’t moving at all - not being intentional about prioritizing your body, NOW is the time. Get started, come visit us. We are the perfect place to begin & you will not be alone. When you join MMC, you become family. 🫶🥰
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12/07/2025
Our Holiday Party was truly so much fun yesterday! Started off with a bright & restorative EmpowerU workshop with and then moved in to the party and games!!!!
We are so thankful for this community we have - you guys are so special to us & we are so glad we get to be a part of each of your lives!
We loved celebrating the MOST wonderful time of the year with you yesterday and happy to kick off the start of an amazing December filled with JOY! 🥰❄️🎄🥂✨🫶🎁
Happy Holidays to our MMC FAMILY!
12/07/2025
We had SO much fun at our Holiday party yesterday! Thankful for all of our amazing clients and staff that make our world go around 🎄🥰❄️💕
CONGRATS to Doreen, the official winner from our Scavenger Hunt game yesterday.
Drop by the front desk to claim your session and get it booked! 🫶💪
Happy Holidays! 🎄🎁✨🥂
12/04/2025
Magic Circle VS. Resistance Band! ✨
If you could only pick one tiny tool to bring maximum burn, serious technique focus...and JOY to your workout for the rest of December, which torture device,***edit: I mean prop *** would you choose? 😉
➡️ The Magic Circle: The silent, stubborn little ring that looks innocent but forces pure, unadulterated adductor and deep core isolation. It guarantees you feel muscles you forgot you had!
⬅️ The Resistance Band: The versatile, stretchy, seemingly simple companion perfect for glute activation, shoulder stabilization, and the ultimate I didn't know I was supposed to feel it there moment! 🧠
We love them both because they create connection, increase precision, which means you are learning how to Move Smarter To Feel Better!
🔥 VOTE NOW which one you would choose in the comments! 🔥
- Circle for Isolation & Adductor Joy
- Band for Activation & Mobility Fun
Tell us your fav...! 👇
Out of consideration for each prop, let's keep is positive in the comments and not degrade anyone! 😅😂
12/02/2025
December Theme: The Practice of JOY 🌟
As the year winds down, we invite you to anchor yourself in our monthly theme of, Joy.
Joy isn’t just a fleeting emotion; it’s a profound, resilient practice—a conscious choice to find light, even when times feel dark. This December, let’s explore that inner warmth, that spark of positivity, and discover the joy hidden in the smallest things: a quiet sunrise, a heartfelt smile, the simple act of being present.
Finding Your Joy, Inside and Out:
• 🧘♀️ The Mind-Body Connection: True joy radiates from the inside out. In your Pilates and Yoga sessions, we teach you to connect with your core—your physical and energetic center. This deep, focused work cultivates the mind-body connection, serving as a powerful form of self-reflection. When you are truly present in your movement, you listen to your body’s wisdom, and that awareness is the foundation of well-being.
• 🍎 Holistic Health & Balance: Joy thrives when you care for your whole self. It’s about more than just movement; it’s finding balance through conscious effort—from the nutrients you choose to the peace you cultivate. Prioritizing holistic health and wellness keeps your energy steady, making it easier to see and choose the good.
• 🤝 Community & Support: You don’t have to seek joy alone. Our studio is a haven—a community built on shared breath and mutual support. Lean into the collective warmth of your fellow movers here at MMC and feel the strength of connection. Joy multiplies when it’s shared!
✨ Choose Joy, Choose Wellness ✨
This month, commit to making space for joy in your body, breath, and mind.
We are here to help you stay connected to yourself and your practice. Whether you need the grounding strength of Pilates or the calming flow of Yoga, come find your anchor with us. Let the mindful movement in our studio be the wellspring of your inner warmth this holiday season.
If you’re new here, visit our website to book your FREE consultation or come drop by our Holiday Party!
12/01/2025
You’re invited to our Member Holiday Party!🎄🎅🎁
— Saturday 12/6 —
11:30am - Spirit of JOY Workshop (Tamara)
12:30pm - PARTY 🎉
Bring a friend & come explore some Holiday cheer with us. There will be light bites (including hot chocolate), stocking stuffers, & more!
Come enjoy some holly jolly fun!
11/27/2025
Happy Thanksgiving from our MMC team to you.
The moments we have together in the studio watching you all get stronger, build more confidence, step into healing, and step into your potential is truly a GIFT.
We are grateful for your trust in us, we are grateful to be the place you come for movement 💪, joy ✨, balance ⚖️, and healing!❤️🩹
Big hugs - celebrate gratitude today and let’s close out this November with a beautiful reflection of gratitude. 🙏
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Emily is a local North Texas Pilates and Gyrotonic Instructor. She has a passion for sharing her joy through movement and helping people move better. She brings her experience of Dance, Kinesiology, Injury Prevention, and plain joyful connection to movement into her sessions with clients in hopes to inspire them to move with more ease in the session and outside of the session. She strives to assist her clients in their goals whether they are to reduce pain/swelling, gain strength and knowledge for their sport, or to prevent injury.
BACKGROUND -- Emily is originally from Jacksonville, Florida and has a background in Dance. She graduated from Florida State University with a BFA in Dance Performance & Choreography. Shortly afterwards, she moved to New York City and pursued her professional Dance career. She had the opportunity to work, perform, and choreograph with several dance companies. She also had the privilege of working with Joffrey Ballet School, The Rock School For Dance Education (Philadelphia, PA), Bolshoi Ballet Academy Summer Instensive’s in New York City, Peridance Capezio Center, and Wingspan Arts. Movement has always been important to Emily and teaching it through Dance, Pilates, and Gyrotonic is always a special experience.
7+ years of teaching Dance ages three – Adult in various dance techniques (Ballet, Modern, Contemporary, and Creative Movement).
Residence Life Director and Activity Coordinator for The Joffrey Ballet School New York, NY (2014-2016), The Rock School for Dance Education Philadelphia,PA (Summer Program 2015), and The Bolshoi Ballet Academy New York, NY (Summer Program 2012 & 2013)
Education & Certifications
BFA Dance Performance & Choreography, Florida State University (FSU)
GYROTONIC® Level 1 Certified Instructor / Applications for the Fascial Body
Completed Pilates 1 Year Apprentice Program at Body Balance Institute (Jacksonville, FL) Studied with Cheryl Forehand, Vicki Sullivan, and Kristen Sullivan (Balanced Body Master Trainers).
AED/CPR Certified
Training Specialties
Sport Specified Training for Athletes and Dancers
Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation Training
Specialized populations: Autism, Cancer, MS, or Parkinson's Disease
Pre & Post Natal Women, Youth & Young Adults
