06/02/2026
✨ Meet Missy ✨Absolutely thrilled to officially welcome Missy to the TLS team. She’s become dear to the studio, and also dear to me (Lauren 🤍) the past year personally. It is so clearly evident the Lord worked and brought us to this place. Look for Missy in her 8:30 am Friday Pilates spot and throughout the schedule this summer! Get to know her below and help us welcome her to the family. 🤍🤍
Pontotoc has been home to Missy and her husband, Mark, for almost 30 years. During the years she stayed at home with their two young children, she discovered her love for Pilates and became a certified instructor, which allowed her to teach for several years. As her children got older, she returned to her profession as a secondary educator and exercise took a backseat to other responsibilities. An inconsistent exercise routine for several years, which mostly consisted of walking and biking, led her to TLS last May.
“As a Christian, I know God places people in our lives at exactly the right time and place and walking into The Light Studio was not by chance. I instantly felt welcomed and my love for Pilates was quickly rekindled.”
For her classes, Missy incorporates Pilates and barre techniques focused on improving strength, flexibility and balance, while building core strength. When making a playlist for class, she makes sure to include music with a great beat and might even sing along.
“I am thrilled to be teaching Pilates again in such an inviting, encouraging environment. I hope that others who walk through the door will feel the same and know up front that they have a place with us. Trying something new can be intimidating but joining others who are working to be the best version of who they are is such a great journey. And I assure you that as an instructor, I will be sweating and struggling just as you are! Join us and be encouraged to let your light shine for Him.
