Our Team
Meet the Team at New Dawn Pilates Cleveland …
Dawn
Pilates Instructor & Business Owner
Hi there, I moved to Cleveland by the bay in 2015 with my husband and 3 children. During our move I injured my lower back and this strictly inhibited my ability to move on a daily basis. I got professional help and was advised to try Pilates to strengthen my lower back. EUREKA that was the day I discovered Pilates and I have never looked back since.....from the first day I was in love <3 .
Pilates has benefited me in sooo many ways, my back pain has gone away after just 4 weeks, I have much improved flexibility but most importantly Pilates has given me a much better rounded lifestyle.
Pilates is my new found love and I am passionate about your self care and offer you the space and time to breathe and discover what “New Dawn Pilates and Yoga” can do for you too .
I look forward to welcoming you in our studio
Dawn
Debbie
Pilates Instructor
Many moons ago, in my teenage years, there was a new phase that hit the fitness world called Jazzercize. The thought of my 2 loves, exercise and music being brought together was too much to resist and before long I was hooked.
Years later Post children, I had a Motorbike accident, that left me 3 months in a wheelchair and with ongoing back pain.
The feeling of not being able to exercise again was more devastating than the actual injury.
My rehab worker suggested I try Pilates. The feeling of exercising again and seeing the physical changes and strength coming back to my body had me hooked once again. This time so much I learnt to become an instructor so I could pass my new knowledge onto others.
I have now become a Nana and can still go strong with Pilates and keeping my body physically fit, making keeping up with my Grandies a breeze!
Lee
Pilates Instructor
From her very first encounter with the magic of Pilates, Lee knew she had found her passion and calling. Pilates became more than just a fitness regimen—it became a philosophy, a way of life. Lee firmly believes that Pilates isn't just about building a stronger core; it's about nurturing the connection between your mind, body, and soul.
With her deep-seated belief in the transformative power of Pilates, it is her pleasure to guide and support you through a journey of self-discovery, where physical strength intertwines seamlessly with mental clarity and emotional harmony.
Equipped with her Reformer & Mat Pilates certification, she's not just here to teach; she's here to inspire, empower, and create a thriving Pilates community. She's committed to lifelong learning, so you can expect fresh insights and creative approaches in every class.
Lee is not just an instructor; she's your partner on this incredible journey. She can't wait to get to know each one of you, hear your stories, and be part of your Pilates growth. Together, you'll celebrate milestones, big and small, as a tight-knit New Dawn Pilates family.
Tess
Yoga Instructor
Hi beautiful humans, I’m Tess.
share the art of yoga in my classes and in my everyday life. Hatha yoga has opened my mind, allowed me to share authentically in all journeys in my life. My intention is to empower you to have your own sacred practice at home, connecting to YOU.
I bring awareness to your breath, body and mind, noticing how it feels to BE connected to YOU. I cherish the community that yoga can bring and would love for you to be apart of it.
Hari Om
Kayla
Yoga Instructor
Kayla has been a student of yoga for ten years, and a teacher for the past two. She completed her 350 hr yoga teacher training at Stretch Yoga Academy, and more recently completed 50 hr specialist training in Mental Health Aware yoga.
She is passionate about creating an environment where students feel empowered and nurtured in their practice, both on and off the mat. This is reflected in her teaching style, where she weaves a blend of pranayama (breath work), meditation and movement into each class. As someone living with chronic illness, Kayla's first introduction to the practice of yoga was as a way to manage pain and find joy in movement.
She values how the practice of yoga gives to students regardless of where they are in their yoga journey, with its many physical, mental and spiritual benefits. She enjoys teaching a sweaty vinyasa, slow hatha and mindful yin.
Adam
Strength Yoga Instructor
Adam hails from the Redlands and returned a few years ago with his two young kids. With a full-time role in the construction industry, he manages people and processes amidst a sometimes demanding environment.
His journey into yoga began over 5 years ago, initially as a way to socialize through beer yoga. However, what began as a casual pastime soon transformed into a profound source of therapy. He recognized the incredible physical and mental benefits that a consistent yoga practice could offer and has been enthusiastically sharing this discovery with friends ever since.
The path to becoming a yoga teacher unfolded serendipitously, as if guided by fate or luck. He seized this opportunity to give back and introduce yoga to those who have yet to experience its transformative effects. His classes are known for their strength and invigoration, designed to challenge you physically while also nurturing mental clarity. And, of course, he ensures that every session is enjoyable, because, after all, yoga is meant to be fun.
Join Adam at his weekly “Strength Yoga" class for a transformative experiences you'll share together on the mat.
Aggie
Yoga Instructor
Growing up in Canada, Aggie enjoyed and continues to engage in an active and adventurous lifestyle. She has always been drawn to learning about movement, the human body and natural health.
Her passion for yoga began over 10 years ago during her university studies. Since then, she was on and off the mat working on her career as an Ultrasound Technologist. Keen to learn more about this beautiful practice, she took an opportunity to complete Level 1 Yoga teacher training in 2018.
Since then, she took an interest in Yin, Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga styles, completing Level 2 training recently with “My Health Yoga School”. Teaching was not her initial intention when she began studying yoga, however, the more she learns and practices, the more she feels the need to share how yoga can help others transform parts of their lives like she has