Pilates in Paradise

07/28/2026

Sometimes the best way to move your business forward… is to step away from it.

This past weekend, Michelle and Christi took their very first business retreat…Just the two of them.

They left behind the day-to-day demands, created an agenda, and intentionally made space to think, dream, plan, laugh, rest, recharge…and yes, get s**t done. ✔️

But the best investment we made all weekend? Ourselves.

One of the highlights was taking their very first duet lesson together at Romana’s Pilates International with the incredible Daria Pace. As teachers, we know the importance of always remaining students. Growth never stops.

We came home with fresh ideas, renewed energy, and so much excitement for what’s ahead.

Because we truly believe you can’t operate at your full capacity without making space to recover. It’s something we teach every day in the studio, and this weekend was our reminder to practice what we preach.

And trust us…big things are coming.

✨ A brand new website.
✨ Our very first Reset Retreat.
✨ And a very special 25th Anniversary celebration next summer we cannot wait to share more about.

Sometimes progress doesn’t come from pushing harder.

Sometimes it comes from pressing pause.

We’re back. Recharged. Inspired. And just getting started. 💙

07/23/2026

Teaser on the Guillotine just hits different.
Good different.

A major rib injury forced him to step away from jiu-jitsu. But it also led him to Pilates.

Now? He’s back to chasing wind, riding harder, and trusting his body again.

The strength you build on the Guillotine…
shows up on the water.

And that’s pretty cool. 🌊

07/21/2026

Inversions are FUN. 🙃💪

Getting stronger doesn’t have to feel like work.

Sometimes it looks like turning your world upside down, laughing through the challenge, and celebrating the little wins along the way.

Strength. Balance. Confidence. A little courage… and a whole lot of fun.

Who’s ready to flip their perspective?

07/01/2026

Sixty-one years separate these two…

Same exercise. Same method. Same benefits.

This is my mom, V, and my daughter, Mikayla, sharing their very first side-by-side Reformer session.

Mom had been away from Pilates for about as long as Mikayla has been alive. While Pilates has been sprinkled throughout Mikayla’s childhood, it’s now becoming something much bigger…

A family tradition.

Watching them move through the Stomach Massage Series together reminded me why I fell in love with this work. Pilates doesn’t belong to one age, one stage of life, or one generation.

It meets you exactly where you are.

Whether you’re 10 or 71, the goal is the same: move better, feel stronger, and create a body that serves you for life.

Here’s to making Pilates a family affair. ❤️

06/30/2026

06/28/2026

✨ MORE OPPORTUNITIES TO RESET ✨

We’re excited to announce that Beyond the Noise: Immersive Gong & Sound Healing is now offered TWICE each month at Pilates in Paradise!

Join us on the 1st & 3rd Monday of every month
🕡 6:30–7:30 PM
💲 $25 per session

Led by Tracy Clark, Licensed Massage Therapist with over 23 years of experience, these immersive sound journeys are designed to help you:

✨ Quiet the mind
✨ Relax the body
✨ Release stress and tension
✨ Reconnect with yourself
✨ Experience deep rest and restoration

Whether you’re looking to balance a busy life, support your nervous system, or simply carve out an hour just for you, this is your invitation to step beyond the noise and into calm.

At Pilates in Paradise, we believe wellness extends beyond movement. Recovery, rest, and nervous system regulation are just as important as strength.

Reserve your spot and give yourself the gift of slowing down. 💙

06/27/2026

What a night saying farewell to Chris! Retirement looks good on him! Chris has been instrumental in bringing passion, knowledge and commitment to Pilates in Paradise and its clients, and being a HUGE part of our team! He will be missed as a teacher, but friendships last forever. Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate him! Feel free to leave a message below about your experience with Chris.

06/17/2026

Mark your calendars!!!

Beyond the Noise is an immersive gong and sound healing experience designed to guide you into a state of deep relaxation and renewal. Through the resonant vibrations of gongs, singing bowls, chimes, and other therapeutic instruments, you are invited to rest and reconnect in a safe, welcoming space.

https://facebook.com/events/s/beyond-the-noise-gong-sound-jo/1007991608855426/

Sign up here
https://get.mndbdy.ly/PXvaeOc323b

06/09/2026

24 Years Today! 🎉

What started as a dream has become a community, a family, and a place where thousands of people have discovered strength, confidence, healing, and connection.

Today we’re celebrating 24 years of Pilates in Paradise—and we’re feeling incredibly grateful.

To every client, instructor, team member, friend, and supporter who has been part of this journey…

THANK YOU. ❤️

You’ve helped us create something truly special here in the Florida Keys.

Here’s to 24 years of movement, laughter, friendship, transformation, and community.

And here’s to many more together.

With gratitude,
Michelle & Christi
🏝️ Pilates in Paradise

06/01/2026

Meet Jane. She’s 91 years young. ❤️

When Jane heads north for part of the year, she doesn’t stop her Pilates practice.

Why?

Because she knows that consistency matters.

And she knows that expert eyes, personalized programming, and accountability make all the difference.

Jane’s Summer practice line-up:
✨ 2 in-studio sessions each week
✨ 1 online session each week

Whether she’s in the Florida Keys or up north, she stays connected to her Pilates practice—and to the instructors who know her body best.

Online sessions aren’t a “less than” option.

They’re a powerful way to maintain strength, improve posture, build stability, and stay connected to your goals no matter where life takes you.

At 91, Jane isn’t trying to become younger.

She’s investing in staying strong, capable, independent, and active.

And that’s exactly what Pilates is all about.

Age isn’t the obstacle.
Distance isn’t the obstacle.
The only question is: What’s possible when you stay consistent?

❤️ Be like Jane.

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