PILATES

Intimate. Challenging. Rewarding.

PILATES TEACHERS

Professional and experienced

AISHA MELINA

AISHA MELINA

Aisha, who was given the spiritual name Ma Abha Anand by her Guru based on her ability to create and share blissful light, first found yoga at O2 when she moved to Aspen as a snowboard bum in the early millennial shift. Yoga quickly became her tool for balancing an active mountain lifestyle. She took the leap towards teaching in 2016 by going to India and spending time in an Ashram where she immersed in all things Yoga and experienced profound transformational awakening. Albeit initially drawn in by the physical benefits of asana, which is still part of her every day practice, she now enjoys all the tools of yoga for achieving flow, for herself and her students.

HOMETOWN:Göteborg, Sweden

TEACHERS & MENTORS:Guruji Dr. Omanand, Jules Mitchell, Dr. Vaishali Karambelkar, & Evan Soroka

BEFORE TEACHING:Ski Bum and Party Princess

EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

15 years of personal practice. Always learning. -Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT 805 hrs Paramanand Institute of Yoga Science & Research, Indore, India) -Advanced Biomechanics, Gross Anatomy, Optimal Movement & Research Informed Yoga (YTT, 347 hrs Jules Mitchell, Nevada, USA) -Yoga Chikitsa, Guru Shishya (RYT 200 hrs Paramanand Institute of Yoga Science & Research, Indore, India)

Alexandra Gitlitz

Alexandra Gitlitz

HOMETOWN:Aspen, Colorado

EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

ALEXA KUBICA

ALEXA KUBICA

Following her graduation from Trinity College in Hartford, CT, Alexa was ready to pursue a new passion in life. After dedicating the past 15 years of her life towards competitive ice hockey, she decided to hang up her skates and shift gears from a life of competition to one of self-discovery. At first, Alexa was immediately attracted to the physical demands of yoga, however, it wasn’t too long into her exploration that she discovered yoga as a guide to improve her overall wellbeing. Alexa has since completed her RYT 500 through YogaWorks and the Colorado School of Yoga. She is now employed as the Studio Director at O2 Aspen where she teaches a variety of classes focused around Integrated Vinyasa and Yin Yoga. In her role as a yoga teacher, Alexa’s goal is to spark self-awareness in her students and cultivate an immersion of yoga on their mats and into their everyday lives. She creates space for self-discovery, manifestation of intentions, and a connection between mind and body. With her thoughtful nature, Alexa is able to craft classes rooted in gratitude that consist of a balance between powerful, strong sequences and deep, mindful releases.

HOMETOWN:Rocky Hill, CT

TEACHERS & MENTORS:Alicia Cheung, Oliver Reinsch, Evan Soroka & Gina Caputo

EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

200-RYT Yoga Alliance Yoga Works 2015, 300- RYT Yoga Alliance Colorado School of Yoga 2019, Yoga Philosophy, History and Sacred Texts with Dr. Christa Schwind 2017, BS Education and Psychology.

Jenna Meyer

Jenna Meyer

Jenna started practicing Pilates as a cross-training method while training as a gymnast. Using similar muscle groups as gymnastics, she could not get enough of the low impact, strengthening, and lengthening work out. Jenna believes Pilates is for everyone at any age to keep you strong and improve your quality of life.

HOMETOWN:Winter Park, FL

TEACHERS & MENTORS:Kaytlyn Shephard, Evan Soroka, & Rael Isacowitz

BEFORE TEACHING:Travel, Attempting to be a Colorado skier, O2 Aspen Front Desk

EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

BASI

HEATHER VANDIEPEN

HEATHER VANDIEPEN

Heather's classes are approachable and emphasize on alignment with a steady connection to breath. She is continually inspired by yoga + pilates for it's transformative power, internally and externally, and finds it to be a source of joy and strength. Also loves to hike and is passionate about taking at home challenges that consist of 30 mins a day.

HOMETOWN:Sarasota, FL

TEACHERS & MENTORS:Ashley Turner, Meredith Gnau, Gina Caputo, Evan Soroka, Courtney Miller

BEFORE TEACHING:Server

EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

Heather has practiced yoga and Pilates for over 15 years, Full STOTT certification, 200-Hour Certification through CorePower Yoga

Kaytlyn Shepherd

Kaytlyn Shepherd

Kaytlyn discovered Pilates at a young age when she was suffering from debilitating back pain due to scoliosis. This is when her passion for Pilates began & Kaytlyn realized that movement truly heals. She combines this passion with the renowned BASI method to provide deliberate, attentive and energetic sessions tailored to each client. Whatever your goal my be: rehabbing an injury, maintaing strength through pregnancy or improving flexibility, Kaytlyn is dedicated to the experience of every individual to help reach your goals and improve quality of everyday life.

HOMETOWN:Coeur d’Alene, Idaho

TEACHERS & MENTORS:Rael Isacowitz, Kristi Cooper, Erica Bloom, Courtney Miller

BEFORE TEACHING:Advertising and Marketing

EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

8 Years, 500+Hour Body Arts, & Science Comprehensive Program, BASI mat certification, Pilates Method Alliance continuing education

PIPER ERIN ROTHBERG

PIPER ERIN ROTHBERG

With my well rounded background in wellness and counseling I approach each student with warmth, passion and focused attention. I believe in transformation from the inside out.

HOMETOWN:Aspen, Colorado

TEACHERS & MENTORS:Shapes Studio; Farida Sharon; University of Colorado; National Institute for Nutritional Education; Integrative School of Nutrition and Life Coaching

BEFORE TEACHING:School and Motherhood

EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

15 years Advanced Certified Pilates Instructor, Bachelors Psychology, Certified Nutritionist, Master Herbalist, Certified Lifestyle Coach

RACHEL HANSEN

RACHEL HANSEN

Rachel was introduced to Pilates by her parents at the age of 14. Suffering from scoliosis as a young child, Rachel needed something to help relieve pain and strengthen her core. When Rachel went off to college she continued her private Pilates sessions weekly. That's when her mentor, and teacher, asked her to become a certified Pilates instructor. Rachel is trained through Lotus Pilates, an extensive and comprehensive training of over 600 hours. Her instruction is a creative flow, focusing on deep core discovery while centering the exercises around the breath. Rachel's mission is to share her knowledge and passion of Pilates in an environment where her clients will truly benefit. Her understanding of Pilates and how it compliments the "Aspen Life Style" will enhance your experience and take it to the next level.

HOMETOWN:Cherry Hill, New Jersey

TEACHERS & MENTORS:Ann Trenka, Student of Mary Bowen (Jospeh Pilates original student and dancer), Mary Bowen , Corinna Casentino

EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

Lotus Pilates Certification through Balance Body University, 14 Years of Teaching Experience

Caroline Grant

Caroline Grant

Caroline has been practicing pilates since a bad ski injury in high school 9 years ago and has been obsessed since her very first class! She trained through Balanced Body and is Lagree certified.

HOMETOWN:Greenwich, CT

TEACHERS & MENTORS:Ann Toran, Jenna Meyer + Michelle Bersani

BEFORE TEACHING:Retail at O2 and Event + Influencer Marketing at Beyond Yoga

EXPERIENCE & CERTIFICATIONS

Balanced Body Pilates Training & Lagree Certified